Patents by Inventor Dirk Kammermeier

Dirk Kammermeier has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8894331
    Abstract: A tool includes a parent body (12) and at least two cutting inserts (14) fastened directly or indirectly to the parent body (12). A central clamping device (30) is configured to clamp the cutting inserts (14) in an oriented position relative to the parent body (12). An assembly includes the tool (10) and a jig (32), which can accommodate the tool (10) in such a way that the cutting insert (14) is located in a desired position on the tool (10) and can be clamped in the desired position by actuating the clamping device (30). A method for fastening at least one cutting insert (14) to the parent body (12) includes fitting the parent body (12) with the cutting insert (14); arranging the parent body (12) in a jig (32); bringing the cutting insert (14) into a desired position; and clamping the cutting insert (14) in the desired position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: Kennametal Inc.
    Inventors: Andreas Wuerfels, Dirk Kammermeier
  • Publication number: 20120321399
    Abstract: A tool includes a parent body (12) and at least two cutting inserts (14) fastened directly or indirectly to the parent body (12). A central clamping device (30) is configured to clamp the cutting inserts (14) in an oriented position relative to the parent body (12). An assembly includes the tool (10) and a jig (32), which can accommodate the tool (10) in such a way that the cutting insert (14) is located in a desired position on the tool (10) and can be clamped in the desired position by actuating the clamping device (30). A method for fastening at least one cutting insert (14) to the parent body (12) includes fitting the parent body (12) with the cutting insert (14); arranging the parent body (12) in a jig (32); bringing the cutting insert (14) into a desired position; and clamping the cutting insert (14) in the desired position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2011
    Publication date: December 20, 2012
    Applicant: KENNAMETAL INC.
    Inventors: Andreas Wuerfels, Dirk Kammermeier
  • Patent number: 8251621
    Abstract: A device for supplying coolant into a shank of a rotary tool as well as a rotary tool, in particular a drill. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: Kennametal Inc.
    Inventor: Dirk Kammermeier
  • Patent number: 8171608
    Abstract: Tool and method for machining a workpiece, such as a milling tool, including at least one cutting insert and including a grinding wheel, for machining a workpiece, and the method thereof. The grinding wheel is axially extendable relative to a base body of the tool via fluid actuation from a cooling fluid supply. Additionally, cooling fluid is also provided to a grinding surface of the grinding wheel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2012
    Assignee: Kennametal Inc.
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Karen Anne Craig
  • Patent number: 7878738
    Abstract: A milling cutter, such as a surface or face milling cutter, and a cutting insert for a milling cutter. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2011
    Assignee: Keenametal Inc.
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Nikhilesh Kumar Reddy Mylavaram, Martin Bernard, Bernhard Liebl
  • Patent number: 7665937
    Abstract: Milling cutter (1), which can rotate about a cutter longitudinal axis (A), comprises a sleeve-shaped shaft (2) provided with an inner lying chip evacuation channel (11), which is arranged, in essence, symmetric to the cutter longitudinal axis (A), and with a suction opening (12). The milling cutter also comprises a milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c), which is held coaxial to the cutter longitudinal axis (A) and to the shaft (2) while being held on said shaft and which comprises, as cutting edges (7, 9), a face cutting edge (7) and a peripheral cutting edge (9). At least one cutting edge (7, 9) forms a positive rake angle (?Ya,?Yr) on the periphery of the milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c). The milling cutter (1) is particularly suited for machining light metals, especially for circular milling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2010
    Assignee: Kennametal Inc.
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Peter Mergenthaler
  • Patent number: 7509897
    Abstract: Milling cutter (1), which can rotate about a cutter longitudinal axis (A), comprises a sleeve-shaped shaft (2) provided with an inner lying chip evacuation channel (11), which is arranged, in essence, symmetric to the cutter longitudinal axis (A), and with a suction opening (12). The milling cutter also comprises a milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c), which is held coaxial to the cutter longitudinal axis (A) and to the shaft (2) while being held on said shaft and which comprises, as cutting edges (7, 9), a face cutting edge (7) and a peripheral cutting edge (9). At least one cutting edge (7, 9) forms a positive rake angle (?a, ?r) on the periphery of the milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c). The milling cutter (1) is particularly suited for machining light metals, especially for circular milling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2009
    Assignee: Kennametal Inc.
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Peter Mergenthaler
  • Publication number: 20080310929
    Abstract: Tool and method for machining a workpiece, such as a milling tool for machining a workpiece, and the method thereof. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2007
    Publication date: December 18, 2008
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Karen Anne Craig
  • Publication number: 20080260479
    Abstract: A device for supplying coolant into a shank of a rotary tool as well as a rotary tool, in particular a drill. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2008
    Publication date: October 23, 2008
    Inventor: DIRK KAMMERMEIER
  • Publication number: 20080226402
    Abstract: A milling cutter, such as a surface or face milling cutter, and a cutting insert for a milling cutter. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2007
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Inventors: Dirk KAMMERMEIER, Nikhilesh Kumar Reddy MYLAVARAM, Martin BERNARD, Bernhard LIEBL
  • Publication number: 20080095589
    Abstract: Milling cutter (1), which can rotate about a cutter longitudinal axis (A), comprises a sleeve-shaped shaft (2) provided with an inner lying chip evacuation channel (11), which is arranged, in essence, symmetric to the cutter longitudinal axis (A), and with a suction opening (12). The milling cutter also comprises a milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c), which is held coaxial to the cutter longitudinal axis (A) and to the shaft (2) while being held on said shaft and which comprises, as cutting edges (7, 9), a face cutting edge (7) and a peripheral cutting edge (9). At least one cutting edge (7, 9) forms a positive rake angle (?a, ?r) on the periphery of the milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c). The milling cutter (1) is particularly suited for machining light metals, especially for circular milling. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2007
    Publication date: April 24, 2008
    Inventors: Dirk KAMMERMEIER, Peter MERGENTHALER
  • Publication number: 20080069651
    Abstract: Milling cutter (1), which can rotate about a cutter longitudinal axis (A), comprises a sleeve-shaped shaft (2) provided with an inner lying chip evacuation channel (11), which is arranged, in essence, symmetric to the cutter longitudinal axis (A), and with a suction opening (12). The milling cutter also comprises a milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c), which is held coaxial to the cutter longitudinal axis (A) and to the shaft (2) while being held on said shaft and which comprises, as cutting edges (7, 9), a face cutting edge (7) and a peripheral cutting edge (9). At least one cutting edge (7, 9) forms a positive rake angle (?a, ?r) on the periphery of the milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c). The milling cutter (1) is particularly suited for machining light metals, especially for circular milling. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 23, 2007
    Publication date: March 20, 2008
    Inventors: Dirk KAMMERMEIER, Peter MERGENTHALER
  • Patent number: 7311481
    Abstract: Milling cutter (1), which can rotate about a cutter longitudinal axis (A), comprises a sleeve-shaped shaft (2) provided with an inner lying chip evacuation channel (11), which is arranged, in essence, symmetric to the cutter longitudinal axis (A), and with a suction opening (12). The milling cutter also comprises a milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c), which is held coaxial to the cutter longitudinal axis (A) and to the shaft (2) while being held on said shaft and which comprises, as cutting edges (7, 9), a face cutting edge (7) and a peripheral cutting edge (9). At least one cutting edge (7, 9) forms a positive rake angle (?a, ?r) on the periphery of the milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c). The milling cutter (1) is particularly suited for machining light metals, especially for circular milling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2007
    Assignee: Kennametal Inc.
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Peter Mergenthaler
  • Publication number: 20050129476
    Abstract: Milling cutter (1), which can rotate about a cutter longitudinal axis (A), comprises a sleeve-shaped shaft (2) provided with an inner lying chip evacuation channel (11), which is arranged, in essence, symmetric to the cutter longitudinal axis (A), and with a suction opening (12). The milling cutter also comprises a milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c), which is held coaxial to the cutter longitudinal axis (A) and to the shaft (2) while being held on said shaft and which comprises, as cutting edges (7, 9), a face cutting edge (7) and a peripheral cutting edge (9). At least one cutting edge (7, 9) forms a positive rake angle (?a, ?r) on the periphery of the milling head (3, 3a, 3b, 3c). The milling cutter (1) is particularly suited for machining light metals, especially for circular milling. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2004
    Publication date: June 16, 2005
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Peter Mergenthaler
  • Patent number: 6210083
    Abstract: A method for supplying the working parts of a cutting tool with a lubricant which both cools and lubricates the cutting tool. A dispenser is connected directly or indirectly to the cutting tool to enable lubricant to be fed to the working parts of the cutting tool through at least one channel in the cutting tool. A cutting tool is also disclosed with a shaft, a cutter, at least one internal lubricant channel and at least one reservoir being fitted as a dispenser for the lubricant. The reservoir is directly or indirectly connected to the cutting tool by mechanical connections and to the at least one lubricant channel to permit the passage of lubricant. In addition, a tool holder designed to hold the cutting tool is disclosed. The tool holder has an internal dispenser for the lubricant. The dispenser is connected, when the cutting tool is fixed in place, to the at least one lubricant channel in the cutting tool to permit the passage of lubricant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2001
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Bernhard Borschert
  • Patent number: 6116825
    Abstract: A method for supplying the working parts of a boring tool, in particular a drill, with a lubricant which both cools and lubricates the drill. A dispenser is connected directly or indirectly to the drill to enable lubricant to be fed to the working parts of the drill through at least one channel in the drill. A boring tool, in particular a drill, is also disclosed with a shaft, a cutter, at least one internal lubricant channel and at least one reservoir being fitted as a dispenser for the lubricant. The reservoir is directly or indirectly connected to the drill by mechanical connections and to the at least one lubricant channel to permit the passage of lubricant. In addition, a tool holder designed to hold the drill is disclosed. The tool holder has an internal dispenser for the lubricant. The dispenser is connected, when the drill is fixed in place, to the at least one lubricant channel in the drill to permit the passage of lubricant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2000
    Assignee: Kennametal Hertel AG Werkzeuge + Hartstoffe
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Bernhard Borschert
  • Patent number: 6045301
    Abstract: A drill is disclosed with a least one central channel for cooling-lubricant oil feed. The drill has a shaft with at least one flute extending in a spiral around the shaft axis. The oil, fluid, and gas is fed to the point of application of the drill through lateral outlet apertures which are joined to the at least one oil channel by connecting channels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2000
    Assignee: Kennametal Hertel AG Werkzeuge +Hartstoffe
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Bernhard Borschert
  • Patent number: 5829926
    Abstract: A rotary drill comprising a shaft of full carbide metal which shaft is to be connected to the driving spindle of a machine tool. The shaft contains helically extending ducts which run adjacent to one another through the shaft, substantially longitudinally, for transporting cooling fluid to the cutting edge of the drill. At least two of the ducts are covered by a common sealing plate adjacent the cutting end of the shaft, with the sealing plate being a distance from the cutting edges of the drill, to create a closed fluid flow path between the ducts to permit dry operation of the drill.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 1996
    Date of Patent: November 3, 1998
    Assignee: Kennametal Hertel AG
    Inventor: Dirk Kammermeier
  • Patent number: 5716170
    Abstract: A diamond coated elongate rotary cutting member and method of making the same. The cutting member includes an axially forward cutting surface, a flute and a fluted land. The cutting member comprises a substrate with hard grains bonded together with a metallic binder. The substrate has a first substrate region that presents an irregular surface so as to define the axially forward cutting surface and the fluted land. The first substrate region contains relatively large hard grains near the surface thereof that are larger in size than the hard grains in the interior of the substrate. A diamond coating is on the surface of the first substrate region. The substrate has a second substrate region that defines the flute.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 1996
    Date of Patent: February 10, 1998
    Assignee: Kennametal Inc.
    Inventors: Dirk Kammermeier, Aharon Inspektor, Wolfgang Borchert