公开(公告)号：US20070075049A1

公开(公告)日：2007-04-05

申请号：US11242736

申请日：2005-10-04

Applicant: Robin Stevenson ,  Pei-Chung Wang ,  Michael Karagoulis ,  Hai-Lung Tsai

Inventor： Robin Stevenson ,  Pei-Chung Wang ,  Michael Karagoulis ,  Hai-Lung Tsai

IPC: B23K11/30

CPC classification number: B23K11/3054

Abstract: According to the invention a hollow cylindrical shank of electrically conducting metal is connected to a resistance welder. A coolant supply tube passes through the shank and has an interior coolant supply passage. The coolant supply tube has an outer diameter less than the inner diameter of the hollow cylindrical shank. A weld cap seats on the shank and has a cap tip and a cap skirt that depends from the cap tip and is attached to the shank. An underside of the cap tip faces the shank and the supply tube. A coolant receiving bore formed into the underside of the weld cap extends into the cap tip to receive the coolant supply tube part way into the bore. The bore formed into the underside of the cap tip defines a bore sidewall that provides added area of heat transfer contact between the coolant and the cap tip.

公开(公告)号：US20060175381A1

公开(公告)日：2006-08-10

申请号：US11055368

申请日：2005-02-10

Applicant: Pei-Chung Wang ,  Robin Stevenson

Inventor： Pei-Chung Wang ,  Robin Stevenson

IPC: B23K20/12

CPC classification number: B21J15/027 ,  B21J15/043 ,  B23K20/1245 ,  B29C65/0672 ,  B29C65/069 ,  B29C65/602 ,  B29C66/1122 ,  B29C66/21 ,  B29C66/5326 ,  B29C66/8322 ,  F16B29/00 ,  Y10T428/2495 ,  Y10T428/31678

Abstract: A friction stir nut is disclosed. The friction stir nut includes a body, a cap, and an anti-rotation feature. The body has an elongated cylindrical shank extending between a first end and a second end, the cap being disposed at the second end, and the anti-rotation feature being disposed at the cap and/or an outer surface of the body. The body and cap have a blind axial hole extending from the first end to the second end, the first end being blind and the second end being open. The outer surface of the first end has a flat surface oriented substantially perpendicular to the axis of the shank, and the body has a cylindrical wall thickness suitable for receiving internal threads. In response to a mandrel tool friction stir welding the friction stir nut to a workpiece and then being extracted, uniform internal threads result at the body. The anti-rotation feature bonds to the workpiece by metallurgical bonding and/or mechanical bonding.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种摩擦搅拌螺母。 摩擦搅拌螺母包括主体，盖子和防旋转特征。 主体具有在第一端和第二端之间延伸的细长圆柱形柄，帽设置在第二端处，并且防旋转特征设置在主体的帽和/或外表面处。 主体和盖具有从第一端延伸到第二端的盲轴向孔，第一端是盲型的，第二端是敞开的。 第一端的外表面具有基本上垂直于柄的轴线定向的平坦表面，并且主体具有适于接纳内螺纹的圆柱形壁厚。 响应于心轴工具摩擦搅拌将摩擦搅拌螺母焊接到工件上，然后被抽出，在身体上产生均匀的内螺纹。 防旋转特征通过冶金结合和/或机械粘结结合到工件。

公开(公告)号：US20060145498A1

公开(公告)日：2006-07-06

申请号：US11028912

申请日：2005-01-04

Applicant: Andrew Bartos ,  Teresa Holiness ,  Robin Stevenson ,  Devadatta Kulkarni

Inventor： Andrew Bartos ,  Teresa Holiness ,  Robin Stevenson ,  Devadatta Kulkarni

IPC: B62C1/06

CPC classification number: B60P1/003 ,  B60P3/40 ,  Y10T70/5381 ,  Y10T292/54

Abstract: A latch assembly includes a plunger having a ramp and a lip, with a support member defining an opening through which the plunger extends. A support surface partially defines the opening and supports the plunger. The plunger is selectively movable between an extended position, in which the plunger protrudes a first distance from the opening, and a retracted position, in which the plunger protrudes a second distance from the opening, with the second distance being less than the first distance. In the extended position, the ramp and the lip are on a first side of the opening. In contrast, in the retracted position, the ramp and the lip are on a second side of the opening, with the lip engaging the support member to maintain the retracted position.

Abstract translation: 闩锁组件包括具有斜面和唇缘的柱塞，其中支撑构件限定了柱塞延伸穿过的开口。 支撑表面部分地限定开口并支撑柱塞。 柱塞可以选择性地在其中柱塞从开口突出第一距离的延伸位置和缩回位置之间移动，在该缩回位置中柱塞从开口突出第二距离，第二距离小于第一距离。 在延伸位置，斜面和唇缘位于开口的第一侧。 相反，在缩回位置，斜面和唇缘位于开口的第二侧上，其中唇缘与支撑构件接合以保持缩回位置。

公开(公告)号：US20060125267A1

公开(公告)日：2006-06-15

申请号：US11009528

申请日：2004-12-10

Applicant: Robin Stevenson ,  Devadatta Kulkarni ,  Andrew Bartos ,  Teresa Holiness

Inventor： Robin Stevenson ,  Devadatta Kulkarni ,  Andrew Bartos ,  Teresa Holiness

IPC: B62C1/06

CPC classification number: B60P1/003

Abstract: A sliding load floor assembly for a motor vehicle comprises a sliding platform configured to receive a load floor and slidable along a support frame fixed to the vehicle. The support frame includes upper and lower flanges. An axle extends outward from the sliding platform, with a roller rotatably attached thereto and movable along the upper and lower flanges. The roller configuration elevates the sliding platform above a vehicle floor, while allowing the sliding platform the move between a stowed position and an extended position. A wedge is configured to exert a vertical force upon a portion of the sliding platform in the stowed position, thereby preventing vertical movement of the roller to reduce vibration. At least one detent member and at least one latch member are selectively engageable with one another to restrict movement of the sliding platform with respect to the support rail.

公开(公告)号：US20060124697A1

公开(公告)日：2006-06-15

申请号：US11008427

申请日：2004-12-09

Applicant: Robin Stevenson ,  Pei-Chung Wang

Inventor： Robin Stevenson ,  Pei-Chung Wang

IPC: A47J36/02

CPC classification number: B23K11/3018

Abstract: An improved spot welding tip is adapted for welding a set of adjacent members within a heated zone during a welding program, wherein a quantity of energy is produced, and for reducing the final base temperature of the heated zone. The tip presents a distal engaging surface for contacting one of the members and defines a preferably inner space located a preferred distance from the surface. A phase changing body is releasably retained within the space. At least a portion of the body changes from a first phase to a second phase by absorbing at least a portion of the heat energy during the welding program.

公开(公告)号：US07013768B2

公开(公告)日：2006-03-21

申请号：US10951539

申请日：2004-09-28

Applicant: Robin Stevenson ,  Pei-Chung Wang

Inventor： Robin Stevenson ,  Pei-Chung Wang

IPC: B25B23/08

CPC classification number: B23K20/122 ,  Y10T29/49968

Abstract: A friction stir rivet is rotated and driven through a first fusible workpiece into an engaged second fusible workpiece, causing local portions of the first and second workpieces to plasticize. A slideable cap contacts the exposed surface of the first workpiece shortly after the process begins. The contact causes the cap to act as a retaining element, limiting the escape of plasticized material from stir site. Once the rivet is driven into the first and second workpieces, rotation ceases and the plasticized material hardens around the rivet. A weld is thus created, joining the workpieces and encompassing the rivet, which provides additional mechanical strength.

Abstract translation: 摩擦搅拌铆钉被旋转并通过第一可熔工件驱动到接合的第二可熔工件中，导致第一和第二工件的局部部分增塑。 过程开始后不久，可滑动盖接触第一工件的暴露表面。 接触导致盖作为保持元件，限制了增塑材料从搅拌部位的逸出。 一旦铆钉被驱动进入第一和第二工件，旋转停止，并且塑化的材料在铆钉周围硬化。 因此产生焊缝，连接工件并包围铆钉，其提供额外的机械强度。

公开(公告)号：US06993423B2

公开(公告)日：2006-01-31

申请号：US10324468

申请日：2002-12-19

Applicant: Robert R. Inman ,  Robin Stevenson ,  Clark E McCall

Inventor： Robert R. Inman ,  Robin Stevenson ,  Clark E McCall

IPC: G06F7/00

CPC classification number: B60N2/0248

Abstract: A method for adjusting a plurality of vehicle cockpit devices via a two-part process that utilizes device position constraints to determine candidate arrangements and then, ultimately, recommended arrangements of the vehicle cockpit devices to determine a desired setting of the various devices. The position constraints are determined using positioning data obtained from an occupant. An exploratory search routine is used to determine the candidate arrangements with the cockpit devices being moved to each candidate arrangement so that the occupant can be queried concerning the desirability of each such arrangement. The occupant's responses are then stored for later retrieval. Thereafter, a plurality of recommended arrangements of the cockpit devices are determined using a meta-heuristic pattern search along with a neural network search accelerator that permits screening of each recommended arrangement. The occupant can then select one of the recommended arrangements as a final positioning arrangement of the cockpit devices.

Abstract translation: 一种用于通过利用设备位置约束来确定候选布置的两部分过程来调整多个车辆驾驶舱的方法，然后最终确定车辆座舱设备的推荐布置以确定各种设备的期望设置。 使用从乘员获得的定位数据来确定位置约束。 使用探索性搜索程序来确定驾驶舱装置被移动到每个候选布置的候选布置，使得可以针对每个这样的布置的可取性查询乘客。 然后存储乘客的响应以便稍后检索。 此后，使用元启发式模式搜索确定驾驶舱装置的多个推荐布置以及允许筛选每个推荐装置的神经网络搜索加速器。 然后乘客可以选择推荐的布置之一作为驾驶舱装置的最终定位装置。

公开(公告)号：US20050269758A1

公开(公告)日：2005-12-08

申请号：US11145418

申请日：2005-06-03

Applicant: Ivan Sears ,  Robin Stevenson ,  Roland Menassa

Inventor： Ivan Sears ,  Robin Stevenson ,  Roland Menassa

IPC: B23K11/11 ,  B23K37/04 ,  B23K37/047 ,  B25B1/24 ,  B25B5/16

CPC classification number: B23Q1/035 ,  B23K11/11 ,  B23K37/0435 ,  B23K37/0443 ,  B23K37/047 ,  B25B1/2421

Abstract: A reconfigurable clamp for a flexible manufacturing system comprises a body portion, a plurality of pins slidably engaged within sleeves formed in the body portion, a compression spring attached to each shaft of the plurality of pins, a reservoir comprising a magnetorheological fluid in operative communication with the plurality of pins, and an electromagnet in operative communication with the magnetorheological fluid, wherein the electromagnet selectively increases a yield stress property of the magnetorheological fluid; and a matching pressure foot.

Abstract translation: 用于柔性制造系统的可重构夹具包括主体部分，可滑动地接合在形成在主体部分中的套筒内的多个销，附接到多个销中的每个轴的压缩弹簧，包括磁流变流体的储存器， 所述多个销和与所述磁流变流体可操作地连通的电磁体，其中所述电磁体选择性地增加所述磁流变流体的屈服应力特性; 和匹配的压脚。

公开(公告)号：US20050269756A1

公开(公告)日：2005-12-08

申请号：US11144261

申请日：2005-06-03

Applicant: Robin Stevenson ,  Roland Menassa ,  Ivan Sears

Inventor： Robin Stevenson ,  Roland Menassa ,  Ivan Sears

IPC: B23K11/11 ,  B23K37/04 ,  B25B5/16

CPC classification number: B23K11/11 ,  B23K37/0435 ,  B23K37/0443 ,  B23Q1/035

Abstract: Reconfigurable clamps, clamp systems are disclosed herein that are suitable for a flexible manufacturing process such as, for example, in the manufacture of automotive body panels. The reconfigurable clamp generally includes a body comprising a sleeve extending into a stationary portion and through a rotatable portion, wherein the rotatable portion includes a slot opening coaxially aligned with the sleeve, and wherein the slot opening comprises a termination point; a shaft fixedly attached to the rotatable portion; and a pin disposed in sliding engagement with the sleeve, wherein the pin comprises a head, a shaft extending from the head, and a compression spring in operative communication with the shaft and the stationary portion, wherein the shaft further comprises an engageable portion adapted to lockingly engage the termination point upon rotation of the rotatable portion.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了可重构的夹具，夹具系统，其适用于柔性制造工艺，例如汽车车身面板的制造。 可重构夹具通常包括主体，其包括延伸到固定部分中并通过可旋转部分的套筒，其中可旋转部分包括与套筒同轴对准的狭槽开口，并且其中，狭槽开口包括终止点; 固定地连接到所述可旋转部分的轴; 以及销，其设置成与所述套筒滑动接合，其中所述销包括头部，从所述头部延伸的轴和与所述轴和所述固定部分可操作地连通的压缩弹簧，其中所述轴还包括可接合部分， 在可旋转部分旋转时，锁定地接合端接点。

公开(公告)号：US20050263359A1

公开(公告)日：2005-12-01

申请号：US11078848

申请日：2005-03-11

Applicant: Nilesh Mankame ,  Robin Stevenson ,  Alan Browne ,  Nancy Johnson ,  Gary Jones ,  John Ulicny

Inventor： Nilesh Mankame ,  Robin Stevenson ,  Alan Browne ,  Nancy Johnson ,  Gary Jones ,  John Ulicny

IPC: B60T1/00 ,  B65D33/30 ,  E05B15/04 ,  E05B47/00 ,  E05B65/12 ,  F15B15/20 ,  F15B15/26 ,  F15B21/06 ,  F16D63/00 ,  F16F5/00 ,  F16F9/34 ,  F16F9/36 ,  F16F9/46 ,  F16F9/54 ,  F16F9/56 ,  F16F15/00

CPC classification number: F16F9/56 ,  E05B47/0009 ,  E05B47/0011 ,  E05B51/005 ,  E05B81/20 ,  E05B2015/0493 ,  F15B15/204 ,  F15B15/26 ,  F15B21/065 ,  F16F9/368 ,  F16F9/46 ,  F16F9/466 ,  F16F9/54 ,  F16F15/005 ,  F16F2224/025 ,  F16F2224/0258 ,  F16F2224/0283 ,  F16F2224/045 ,  Y10T70/5093 ,  Y10T292/1082 ,  Y10T292/17 ,  Y10T292/699

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a strut assembly 10 comprising a housing 2; a piston 3 in slideable communication with the housing 2; an actuator 16 in operative communication with the piston 3 and/or the housing 2; wherein the actuator 16 is adapted to change the location of the housing 2 from a first position to a second position and/or change in a stroke length of the piston 3. Disclosed herein too is a method for changing the strut length of a strut assembly 10 comprising activating an actuator 16 that is in operative communication with a housing 2 or a piston of the strut assembly 10; and changing in the location of the housing 2 from a first position to a second position and/or changing a stroke length of the piston 3.

Abstract translation: 这里公开了一种支柱组件10，其包括壳体2; 与壳体2可滑动连通的活塞3; 与活塞3和/或壳体2可操作地连通的致动器16; 其中致动器16适于将壳体2的位置从第一位置改变到第二位置和/或改变活塞3的冲程长度。 这里也公开了一种用于改变支柱组件10的支柱长度的方法，包括启动与支架组件10的壳体2或活塞可操作地连通的致动器16; 并且将壳体2的位置从第一位置改变到第二位置和/或改变活塞3的行程长度。