Apparatus for immobilizing a frame structure in its free state to establish a net datum position thereof

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 6629354
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09711644

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An apparatus for finding and immobilizing a vehicle chassis frame in its free state to form a net datum position in the design-intent position. The chassis frame is positioned between a plurality of opposed pads. The opposed pads are advanced from a retracted position to an advanced position to find the chassis frame. The opposed pads engage the chassis frame such that there is minimal displacement or deformation thereof. Once the opposed pads find their respective reference contact surfaces on the chassis frame, a locking mechanism is provided for locking the pair of opposed pads in place in the advanced position so as to immobilize the chassis frame therebetween. Subsequently, a forming and piercing mechanism may be used to fabricate locating features net to the frame fixture and in design-intent position on the chassis frame.

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UTICA ENTERPRISES INC5750 NEW KING DRIVE SUITE 200 TROY MI 48098

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Kline, John Rochester, MI 12 133

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