Patents Assigned to Applied Theory, Division of U.S.N.R., Inc.
  • Veneer lathe charging method for determining log spin axis
    Patent number: 4965734
    Abstract: A veneer lathe charging apparatus includes a break-beam scanning system and a computer for determining an optimal log spin axis. The charging apparatus further includes charger arms independently operable and adjustable to transfer a log from a scanning station to a veneer lathe so that a predetermined spin axis is precisely aligned in the chucks of a veneer lathe. Additionally, there is provided an extendible-retractable spindle assembly operable for rotating a log during scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 1989
    Date of Patent: October 23, 1990
    Assignee: Applied Theory, Division of U.S.N.R., Inc.
    Inventors: Paul O. Edwards, William E. Bolton, Larry C. Hunter, Amos A. Horner