Tool catcher system

A tool catcher system, comprising:

• a plurality of ring segments, the plurality of ring segments are configured to move radially inward and radially outward to selectively couple to a tool;
• a spring plate configured to couple to and move with the plurality of ring segments;
• an actuator system configured to move the spring plate in a first direction to release the tool;
• and
• a spring configured to bias the spring plate in a second direction opposite the first direction to capture the tool.

A tool catcher system, comprising:

• a housing, the housing defining a bore through the housing, the housing is configured to receive a tool;
• a plurality of ring segments, the plurality of ring segments are configured to move radially inward and radially outward to selectively couple to and uncouple from the tool;
• a support plate configured to support the plurality of ring segments;
• a spring plate configured to support a spring, wherein the spring plate is configured to drive the plurality of ring segments radially inward;
• an actuation plate configured to contact and drive the plurality of ring segments radially outward;
• and
• an actuator system configured to move the actuator plate.