Patent ID: 9096389
Filing Date: 2015-08-04
Classification: B65G,E21B,E21C

Abstract:
1. A load translation device operable to move a component in a surface mining system, the load translation device comprising: an actuator including a first portion and a second portion moveable with respect to the first portion, wherein the second portion is coupled to the component; a ground drilling device coupled to and moveable with the first portion, the ground drilling device including a drill member defining a drill axis and a drive for rotating the drill member about the drill axis and for moving the drill member axially along the drill axis; and a frame coupled to and moveable with the second portion, the frame coupleable to the component such that movement of the first portion relative to the second portion causes movement of the ground drilling device relative to the component, wherein the frame is coupled to the component at a position spaced from where the second portion is coupled to the component.