RATCHET TOOL
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE602019067912
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2018-10-26
- Filing Date
- 2019-10-21
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-26
- Estimated Expiration
- 2039-10-21
AI Technical Summary
Powered ratchet tools face challenges in efficiently applying torque to fasteners in hard-to-reach locations and maintaining consistent operation across various positions, particularly in vertically narrow crevices, due to limitations in their drive mechanisms and pawl engagement systems.
The powered ratchet tool incorporates a drive mechanism with a yoke, first and second pawls biased towards the toothed surface of the output member, and a magnet-sensor system for precise alignment and control, allowing for reciprocating motion and torque transmission through a series of 'driving' and 'ratcheting' pivot motions, enabling efficient loosening and tightening of fasteners.
This configuration allows for effective torque application and efficient loosening and tightening of fasteners in hard-to-reach locations by ensuring consistent pawl engagement and precise control of the output member's position, enhancing operational efficiency and versatility.