公开(公告)号：US5249785A

公开(公告)日：1993-10-05

申请号：US871321

申请日：1992-04-20

Applicant: Paul E. Nelson ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

Inventor： Paul E. Nelson ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

IPC: B25B11/00

CPC classification number: B25B11/005

Abstract: A reconfigurable fixture for holding a plurality of workpieces in proper position for manufacturing. The fixture includes an array of interleaved uniformly spaced contoured headers, with a predetermined set of headers corresponding to a predetermined workpiece contour. Each set of contoured headers may be simultaneously laterally displaced from an inactive stored position to a locked, active forward position, wherein the selection and movement of the set of headers is controlled by a computer controller. Each contoured header has a set of vacuum cups, that, when activated, pulls the predetermined workpiece against the contoured edges of the predetermined set of headers.

Abstract translation: 一种用于将多个工件保持在适当位置进行制造的可重构夹具。 固定装置包括交错均匀间隔成形的集管的阵列，其中预定的一组集管对应于预定的工件轮廓。 每组轮廓头部可以同时从非活动存储位置横向移位到锁定的主动向前位置，其中，该组头部的选择和移动由计算机控制器控制。 每个成型的头部具有一组真空杯，当被激活时，将预定工件拉到预定集合头的轮廓边缘上。

公开(公告)号：US06141848A

公开(公告)日：2000-11-07

申请号：US106636

申请日：1998-06-28

Applicant: David A. Yousko ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein ,  David M. Kozy ,  Dennis M. Cordy ,  Edward F. Neary ,  Hinrich C. Patjens

Inventor： David A. Yousko ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein ,  David M. Kozy ,  Dennis M. Cordy ,  Edward F. Neary ,  Hinrich C. Patjens

IPC: B21J15/10 ,  B23B41/00 ,  B23B47/28 ,  B23P21/00 ,  B64F5/00 ,  B21J15/14

CPC classification number: B64F5/0009 ,  B21J15/10 ,  B21J15/142 ,  B23B41/00 ,  B23B47/28 ,  B23P21/00 ,  B23P2700/01 ,  Y10T29/5118 ,  Y10T29/5191

Abstract: An assembly cell for accurate placement of stringer clips in a channel of a stringer for a compound contour section of an airplane fuselage, and for holding the clips at a predetermined orientation while drilling holes for fastening the clips in the stringers includes a fixture having locating surfaces for holding the stringer in a configuration that is the same as the configuration it will have when installed at its designated position in the airplane. The fixture has headers adjustable to conform to the shape of the airplane in which the stringers will be installed, The headers have clamps for securing the stringers against accurately machined reference surfaces on the headers. An end effector is held by a machine tool in the assembly cell for gripping a stringer clip and inserting it into the stringer channel. The end effector has spreader bars for insertion in the stringer channel operable to spread sidewalls of the stringer and widen the channel to facilitate insertion of the stringer clip, and has clamp bars positionable on opposide sides of the stringer and operable to close on the stringer to squeeze the stringer sidewalls on the stringer clip after insertion in the channel. Opposed drills on the end effector have right angle drives holding drill bits for simultaneously match drilling holes through the sidewalls and through the stringer clip. The end effector machine tool operates as a positioning mechanism for accurately for positioning the drills at each stringer clip location along the stringer clip to positions corresponding to the contour of the fuselage at each of the locations under control of a CNC machine controller.

Abstract translation: 一种用于将桁条夹准确地放置在用于飞机机身的复合轮廓部分的纵梁的通道中并用于将夹子保持在预定取向同时钻出用于将夹子紧固在桁条中的孔的组装单元包括具有定位表面 用于将桁条保持在与安装在飞机上的指定位置时将具有的配置相同的构造。 夹具具有可调节的头部，以符合其中将要安装桁条的飞机的形状。头部具有用于将桁条固定在标头上的精确加工的参考表面的夹具。 端部执行器由装配单元中的机床保持，用于夹紧桁条夹并将其插入桁条通道。 末端执行器具有用于插入在纵梁通道中的扩张杆，其可操作地扩展纵梁的侧壁并且加宽通道以便于插入桁条夹子，并且具有可定位在桁条的反对面侧上的夹持杆，并可操作以在纵梁上闭合至 在插入通道后挤压桁条夹子上的纵梁侧壁。 末端执行器上的相对的钻头具有保持钻头的直角驱动器，用于同时匹配通过侧壁和通过桁条夹的钻孔。 末端执行器机床用作定位机构，用于在CNC机器控制器的控制下的每个位置处精确地将钻杆沿着纵梁夹具定位在与每个位置相对应的机身轮廓处的位置。

公开(公告)号：US09770871B2

公开(公告)日：2017-09-26

申请号：US11751928

申请日：2007-05-22

Applicant: Joseph D. Brennan ,  George D. Hempstead ,  Darrell D. Jones ,  Matthew K. Lum ,  Peter D. McCowin ,  Terrence J. Rowe ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

Inventor： Joseph D. Brennan ,  George D. Hempstead ,  Darrell D. Jones ,  Matthew K. Lum ,  Peter D. McCowin ,  Terrence J. Rowe ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

IPC: B29C70/30 ,  B29C70/32 ,  B29C70/54 ,  B29C70/38 ,  B29L31/30

CPC classification number: B29C70/30 ,  B29C70/32 ,  B29C70/386 ,  B29C70/541 ,  B29L2031/3076 ,  Y10T29/49622 ,  Y10T29/53

Abstract: Method and apparatus for layup placement on a layup structure is provided. The method includes iteratively loading a layup for the layup structure on a support frame of a saddle module; aligning the saddle module with a pre-selected registration position corresponding to a predetermined application path on the layup structure; and impressing the layup into forced contact with the layup structure along the predetermined application path using a predetermined application force. The apparatus includes a plurality of saddle modules configured to operate in unison, wherein the plurality of saddle modules is configured to receive a pre-selected composite material layup.

公开(公告)号：US5127139A

公开(公告)日：1992-07-07

申请号：US682622

申请日：1991-04-08

Applicant: Peter D. McCowin ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

Inventor： Peter D. McCowin ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

IPC: B23B39/22

CPC classification number: B23B39/22 ,  Y10T29/5107 ,  Y10T408/29 ,  Y10T408/378 ,  Y10T408/557 ,  Y10T408/5635

Abstract: A stringer clip end effector (21) suitable for use with a computer-controlled (CC) machine tool is disclosed. The stringer clip end effector (21) includes a pair of jaws (45,47) for picking up a clip (23) at a presentation location. After being moved by the CC machine tool to an insertion location adjacent to a hat-shaped stringer (31), a pair of cams (60a, 60b) located on opposite sides of the clip (23) are extended into the stringer cavity (25) and rotated to spread the stringer walls (27,29). Thereafter, the clip (23) is positioned in the stringer cavity (25). Then, the cams (60a, 60b) are rotated to a nonspread position, and clamp elements (49a, 49b, 51a, 51b) are actuated to press the walls (27, 29) of the stringer (31) against the clip (23). Next, drill bits (57a, 57b, 59a, 59b) that face the outer surface of the stringer walls (27, 29) are energized and moved toward the stringer walls. After holes are drilled through the stringer walls and the clip, the drill bits are withdrawn. Thereafter, the clip (23) is either released while lying between the walls of the stringer (31), or withdrawn from the stringer (31) and moved to a temporary storage location.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种适用于计算机控制（CC）机床的纵梁夹具端部执行器（21）。 桁条夹端部执行器（21）包括用于在呈现位置拾取夹子（23）的一对钳口（45,47）。 在通过CC机床移动到靠近帽形桁条（31）的插入位置之后，位于夹子（23）相对两侧的一对凸轮（60a，60b）延伸到桁条腔（25） ）并旋转以扩展纵梁壁（27,29）。 此后，夹子（23）位于纵梁腔（25）中。 然后，凸轮（60a，60b）旋转到非扩展位置，并且致动夹紧元件（49a，49b，51a，51b）以将桁条（31）的壁（27,29）压靠在夹子（23）上 ）。 接下来，面向纵梁壁（27,29）的外表面的钻头（57a，57b，59a，59b）被激励并朝向纵梁移动。 钻孔穿过纵梁和夹子后，钻头被取出。 此后，将夹子（23）放置在桁条（31）的壁之间，或从桁条（31）中取出并移动到临时存放位置。

公开(公告)号：US5477596A

公开(公告)日：1995-12-26

申请号：US225197

申请日：1994-04-04

Applicant: Hugh R. Schlosstein ,  James D. McCowin

Inventor： Hugh R. Schlosstein ,  James D. McCowin

IPC: B23B47/28 ,  B23Q3/18 ,  B23Q9/00 ,  B23Q11/10 ,  B23P21/00 ,  B23B41/00

CPC classification number: B23B47/28 ,  B23Q11/10 ,  B23Q3/186 ,  B23Q9/0064 ,  Y10T29/49996 ,  Y10T29/5107 ,  Y10T29/5191 ,  Y10T29/53013 ,  Y10T29/53978

Abstract: A machine for positioning clips in channel-shaped airplane fuselage stringers, and drilling holes in the stringers and clips, includes an elongated beam support having a box beam supported on five floor engaging legs and supporting a carriage assembly positioned on said beam and supported on bearings traveling along rails on the beam for longitudinal movement therealong. A motive mechanism, including a servomotor in the carriage and driving a pinion engaged with a rack fastened to the beam moves carriage longitudinally along the beam. An index mechanism including a fixed end stop at a known position indexes a stringer on the beam at a fixed reference position thereon. The stringer is centered under a drill by a centering mechanism mounted on the carriage, and a drill system drills a series of vertical holes along the channel floor of the stringer at locations specified in a digital product definition of said part. A multiplicity of clips is held in a clip cartrige for feeding the clips in order to a gripper for gripping, moving and placing a series of clips in the stringer channel and holding the clips in a specified position while they are drilled by two opposed drills disposed on a horizontal axis orthogonal to the stringer axis for drilling through side walls of the stringer and the clip positioned in said stringer. A pads positioner mounted for lateral movement toward and away from the axis of the stringer receives the clip cartrige and positions clips from the cartrige at a specified position to be gripped and picked up by the gripper. A position feedback and control system receives product definition information from a central product definition repository and translates the product definition information into machine instructions for moving elements of the machine to correct positions for drilling holes in the stringer and stringer clip to match corresponding holes drilled in airplane fuselage panels and frames to enable the parts to be positioned accurately with respect to each other without use of hard tooling.

公开(公告)号：US4727637A

公开(公告)日：1988-03-01

申请号：US5242

申请日：1987-01-20

Applicant: Richard J. Buckwitz ,  Leslie A. Anderson ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein ,  Alfred E. Walter, Jr.

Inventor： Richard J. Buckwitz ,  Leslie A. Anderson ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein ,  Alfred E. Walter, Jr.

IPC: H01R43/20 ,  B23Q17/00 ,  B23P21/00 ,  B23Q15/00

CPC classification number: H01R43/20 ,  Y10T29/49131 ,  Y10T29/49769 ,  Y10T29/4978 ,  Y10T29/53013 ,  Y10T29/53091 ,  Y10T29/53174

Abstract: A contact which is attached to a wire is fitted in a hole of a connector by first identifying the wire to which the contact is attached. The location of the hole that is to receive the contact is determined automatically from an electronic data lookup table, and a signal is provided which positions an end portion of a fiber optic rod in line with the correct hole of the connector. The opposite end of the fiber optic rod is optically coupled to a source of light. The fiber optic rod is advanced so that it enters the hole and projects from the opposite side of the connector identifying the correct hole. Light emitted from the fiber optic rod facilitates visual identification of the hole from which the rod is projecting. Therafter, the fiber optic rod is retracted, and the contact is inserted into the hole.

Abstract translation: 通过首先识别连接有接触件的导线，将连接到电线的触点安装在连接器的孔中。 从电子数据查找表自动确定接收触点的孔的位置，并且提供将光纤棒的端部与连接器的正确孔一致的信号。 光纤棒的相对端光耦合到光源。 光纤杆前进，使其进入孔并从连接器的相对侧突出，识别正确的孔。 从光纤棒发射的光有助于目视识别杆从其突出的孔。 后退，光纤杆缩回，接触插入孔中。

公开(公告)号：US4664737A

公开(公告)日：1987-05-12

申请号：US681222

申请日：1984-12-13

Applicant: Hugh R. Schlosstein

Inventor： Hugh R. Schlosstein

IPC: B29C37/00 ,  B29C43/12 ,  B29C43/36 ,  B29C65/00 ,  B29C70/44 ,  B32B31/00

CPC classification number: B29C70/44 ,  B29C37/0085 ,  B29C43/3642 ,  B29C65/5042 ,  B29C65/5057 ,  B29C66/1122 ,  B29C66/43 ,  B29C66/433 ,  B29C66/7485 ,  B29C2043/3644 ,  B29C43/12 ,  B29C65/4835 ,  B29C66/71 ,  B29K2019/00 ,  B29K2083/00 ,  Y10S52/13 ,  Y10T428/24322 ,  Y10T428/24785 ,  Y10T428/31663

Abstract: Improvements in securing a blanket in place in vacuum bagging and like operations. Known systems for securing the blanket are cumbersome and time consuming and do not allow sufficient adjustment of the tension on the blanket. The system of the invention allows quick and easy attaching and detaching of the blanket, allows a wide range of adjustment of the tension, and does not require accurate alignment of the blanket. A strip (32) of net material is attached to a blanket (30) around the periphery of the blanket (30). A plurality of horizontally spaced pins (20) are secured to a lay-up structure (2) and positioned to extend downwardly and outwardly. The blanket (30) is placed over the structure (2) with the net (32) hanging down around pins (20). Net (32) is pulled over the free ends (22) of pins (20) to extend free ends (22) through holes (38) formed by the net structure. Tension may be adjusted by extending pins (20) through different holes (38).

Abstract translation: 将毯子固定在真空袋装和类似操作中的改进。 用于固定毯子的已知系统是麻烦和耗时的，并且不允许充分调整毯子上的张力。 本发明的系统允许快速且容易地安装和拆卸毯子，允许张力的宽范围调节，并且不需要毯子的精确对准。 网材料条（32）附着在毯子（30）周围的毯子（30）上。 多个水平间隔开的销（20）固定到叠层结构（2）上并定位成向下和向外延伸。 毯子（30）放置在结构（2）上方，网（32）垂直于销（20）。 网（32）被拉过销（20）的自由端（22），以通过由网结构形成的孔（38）延伸自由端（22）。 可以通过将销（20）延伸穿过不同的孔（38）来调节张力。

公开(公告)号：US08568551B2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-29

申请号：US11751931

申请日：2007-05-22

Applicant: Joseph D. Brennan ,  George D. Hempstead ,  Darrell D. Jones ,  Matthew K. Lum ,  Peter D. McCowin ,  Terrence J. Rowe ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

Inventor： Joseph D. Brennan ,  George D. Hempstead ,  Darrell D. Jones ,  Matthew K. Lum ,  Peter D. McCowin ,  Terrence J. Rowe ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

IPC: B32B37/10

CPC classification number: B29C70/30 ,  B29C70/545 ,  B29L2031/3082 ,  Y02T50/43 ,  Y10T29/49622 ,  Y10T29/53004 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T156/1002

Abstract: A pre-patterned layup kit with layup patterned to accommodate an airframe topological feature, trimmed to fit a preselected target region of a layup structure, and conformed to the target region contour. The kit can be fabricated in advance of airframe manufacture and stored until use. The kit includes a flexible carrier upon which the layup is laid, and a release layer between the layup and the carrier. The layup has multiple laminae oriented to an carrier indexing element, and indexed to the target region thereby. A kit manufacturing method includes preparing the laminae constituent of the layup, preparing the carrier, and laying down the laminae on the carrier to make the kit. The kit can be compacted, inspected, and prepared for storage. The layup can be fabricated of a pre-patterned lamina or multiple laminae that are shaped and trimmed to accommodate an airframe topological feature.

Abstract translation: 具有图案化以适应机身拓扑特征的预制图案叠层套件，其被修剪以适合上层结构的预选目标区域，并且符合目标区域轮廓。 该套件可以在机身制造之前制造并存储直到使用。 套件包括铺设铺层的柔性载体，以及铺层和载体之间的释放层。 叠层具有定向到载体分度元件的多个层，并由此指定到目标区域。 试剂盒制备方法包括制备铺层的薄片成分，制备载体，以及将载片上的薄片铺放在载体上以制备试剂盒。 试剂盒可以压实，检查和准备储存。 叠层可以由预先图案化的薄片或多个薄片制成，其被成形和修整以适应机身拓扑特征。

公开(公告)号：US07654379B2

公开(公告)日：2010-02-02

申请号：US11758281

申请日：2007-06-05

Applicant: Mark C. Boberg ,  Mark P. Proulx ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein ,  C. Warren Turner ,  Gaye Turner, legal representative

Inventor： Mark C. Boberg ,  Mark P. Proulx ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein ,  C. Warren Turner

IPC: B65G47/00

CPC classification number: B23Q39/02 ,  B23C3/002 ,  B23C2215/04 ,  B23Q7/1405 ,  B23Q7/1426

Abstract: A system and method for machining an elongate workpiece in a plurality of work cells are provided. The work cells are positioned along a substantially linear process flow path so that the work operations can be performed on different lengthwise portions of the workpiece simultaneously. A transport system advances the workpiece from an infeed system along the process flow path, thereby moving the lengthwise portions of the workpiece successively through the work cells. The transport system includes a plurality of pallets that can be engaged to the workpiece so that the workpiece is supported by the pallets throughout at least part of the machining system.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于在多个工作单元中加工细长工件的系统和方法。 工作单元沿着基本上线性的工艺流动路径定位，使得可以在工件的不同纵向部分上同时进行加工操作。 运输系统沿着工艺流程从进料系统推进工件，从而使工件的纵向部分依次移动通过工作单元。 输送系统包括多个可以与工件接合的托盘，使得工件在整个加工系统的至少一部分中由托板支撑。

公开(公告)号：US20100012260A1

公开(公告)日：2010-01-21

申请号：US11751931

申请日：2007-05-22

Applicant: Joseph D. Brennan ,  George D. Hempstead ,  Darrell D. Jones ,  Matthew K. Lum ,  Peter D. McCowin ,  Terrence J. Rowe ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

Inventor： Joseph D. Brennan ,  George D. Hempstead ,  Darrell D. Jones ,  Matthew K. Lum ,  Peter D. McCowin ,  Terrence J. Rowe ,  Hugh R. Schlosstein

IPC: B32B37/02 ,  B21D53/92

CPC classification number: B29C70/30 ,  B29C70/545 ,  B29L2031/3082 ,  Y02T50/43 ,  Y10T29/49622 ,  Y10T29/53004 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T156/1002

Abstract: A pre-patterned layup kit with layup patterned to accommodate an airframe topological feature, trimmed to fit a preselected target region of a layup structure, and conformed to the target region contour. The kit can be fabricated in advance of airframe manufacture and stored until use. The kit includes a flexible carrier upon which the layup is laid, and a release layer between the layup and the carrier. The layup has multiple laminae oriented to an carrier indexing element, and indexed to the target region thereby. A kit manufacturing method includes preparing the laminae constituent of the layup, preparing the carrier, and laying down the laminae on the carrier to make the kit. The kit can be compacted, inspected, and prepared for storage. The layup can be fabricated of a pre-patterned lamina or multiple laminae that are shaped and trimmed to accommodate an airframe topological feature.

Abstract translation: 具有图案化以适应机身拓扑特征的预制图案叠层套件，其被修剪以适合上层结构的预选目标区域，并且符合目标区域轮廓。 该套件可以在机身制造之前制造并存储直到使用。 套件包括铺设铺层的柔性载体，以及铺层和载体之间的释放层。 叠层具有定向到载体分度元件的多个层，并由此指定到目标区域。 试剂盒制备方法包括制备铺层的薄片成分，制备载体，以及将载片上的薄片铺放在载体上以制备试剂盒。 试剂盒可以压实，检查和准备储存。 叠层可以由预先图案化的薄片或多个薄片制成，其被成形和修整以适应机身拓扑特征。