Patent ID: 6508617
Filing Date: 2003-01-21
Classification: B25J,B66C

Abstract:
An apparatus for lifting and rotating an object, said apparatus comprising:a support structure; an inner frame assembly, said inner frame assembly translating horizontally and vertically from a first position to a second position along the framework, and comprising a support member having a first and second end and top and bottom surfaces, a plurality of extension arms disposed at the first and second ends of the support member, a central shaft attached to the top surface of the support member substantially perpendicular to the support member, and one or more bearings that facilitate 360Â° rotation along the axis of the central shaft; and a plurality of rotating shafts, coupled to the extension arms, and comprising bearings that allow 360Â° rotation along the axis of the rotating shaft and one or more part grips to engage the object.