Apparatus for assembly of axisymmetric and non-axisymmetric rigid parts
AssigneeCarnegie Mellon University
InventorsRobert H. Sturges, Jr., Schitt Laowattana
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Abstract
An azimuth angle compensation device adapted for use with an assembler device for inserting an object into a workpiece, whereby the assembler device establishes a centerline corresponding substantially to an insertion axis of the object to be inserted into the workpiece. The azimuth compensation device includes: (1) a first member; (2) a second member; and (3) structure connecting the first and second members for causing the second member and the object to rotate about the centerline through at least one angle and in at least one direction when the object is brought into contact with the workpiece by the assembler device.
Claims53
A system for assembling products, said system comprising:
- an assembler device for inserting an object into a workpiece, said assembler device establishing a centerline corresponding substantially to an insertion axis of said object:
- and
- an azimuth angle compensation device operably connected to said assembler device and said object for causing rotation of said object about said centerline when said object is brought into contact with said workpiece by said assembler device.
An azimuth compensation device for use with an assembler device for inserting an object into a workpiece, said assembler device establishing a centerline corresponding substantially to an insertion axis of said object, said azimuth compensation device comprising:
- a first member;
- a second member;
- and
- means connecting said first and second members for causing said second member and said object to rotate about said centerline through at least one angle and in at least one direction when said object is brought into contact with said workpiece by said assembler device.
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