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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 04, 2025
Filed:
Jun. 04, 2021
Paccar Inc, Bellevue, WA (US);
Stan Delizo, Lynnwood, WA (US);
Yen-Lin Han, Seattle, WA (US);
Brian Celustka, Mill Creek, WA (US);
Eenseung Kwak, Auburn, WA (US);
Charles Lyford, Bellevue, WA (US);
Mark Taylor, Bellevue, WA (US);
PACCAR, Inc, Bellevue, WA (US);
Abstract
The present technology describes systems and methods for a mechanized gladhand and an end effector. The mechanized gladhand may have a collar capable of rotational motion while the mating surface may be in contact with a second surface without rotating. This may reduce reaction loads while maintaining the integrity of the connection. The end effector may include a drive motor, clasping tool, and/or driving installed tool that may be used to couple a tool with the gladhand or may be used in other applications. The end effector may have a compact design to allow precise control. The movement of the end effector with the gladhand may be controlled based on image processing to align the tool with another component.