18563267. POWER TOOL simplified abstract (Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation)
Contents
POWER TOOL
Organization Name
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
Inventor(s)
Gerald A. Zucca of Akron OH (US)
Connor W. Mattox of Milwaukee WI (US)
POWER TOOL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18563267 titled 'POWER TOOL
The abstract describes a patent application for a power tool that includes a tool element extending from a housing, an electric motor within the housing, a switch to activate the motor, an eccentric drive connected to the motor to convert rotational input into a reciprocating motion of the tool element, and a controller to manage the motor's operation. The motor can rotate in two directions, and the eccentric drive reciprocates the tool element accordingly. The controller alternates between the two motor modes with each switch actuation.
- The power tool has a tool element, electric motor, switch, eccentric drive, and controller.
- The motor can rotate in two directions, and the eccentric drive converts this into reciprocating motion.
- The controller alternates between the motor modes with each switch actuation.
Potential Applications: - Construction industry for drilling or cutting tasks - Woodworking for shaping or carving - Metalworking for grinding or polishing
Problems Solved: - Efficiently converting rotational motion into reciprocating motion - Providing control over the direction and speed of the tool element
Benefits: - Versatile tool for various applications - Precise control over tool movement - Enhanced efficiency in completing tasks
Commercial Applications: Power tools equipped with this technology can be marketed to professionals in the construction, woodworking, and metalworking industries for improved productivity and precision.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the eccentric drive convert rotational input into reciprocating motion? 2. What are the potential safety features integrated into the power tool design?
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in electric motor technology and control systems for power tools to enhance performance and user experience.
Original Abstract Submitted
A power tool includes a tool element extending from a housing, an electric motor disposed within the housing, a switch actuatable to energize the electric motor, an eccentric drive coupled to the electric motor and configured to convert a rotational input from the motor into a reciprocating motion of the tool element, and a controller configured to control operation of the electric motor. The electric motor is operable in a first mode to rotate in a first direction and in a second mode to rotate in a second direction opposite the first direction. The eccentric drive is configured to reciprocate the tool element when the electric motor is operated in the first mode and when the electric motor is operated in the second mode. The controller is configured to control the electric motor to alternate between the first mode and the second mode with each actuation of the switch.
