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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Aug. 17, 2004
Filed:
Oct. 31, 2000
Njell J. Cooley, Davenport, IA (US);
Jan C. Mangelsen, Charlotte, IA (US);
Genesis Systems Group, Davenport, IA (US);
Abstract
A fluid powered rotary indexer includes a housing with a piston rotatably mounted therein. The housing includes ports providing fluid communication to opposing compartments within the housing so as to rotate the piston clockwise or counterclockwise upon the introduction of fluid into one compartment or the other. The piston is rotatably supported by a bearing which is mounted to a work surface. An adapter is connected to the piston for rotation therewith and supports a tool or work piece. The sealing rings are provided between the piston and the housing to provide a fluid seal for the chamber. A central opening is provided in the assembly through which cables, wires, and tubing can be extended.