摘要 |
An automated apparatus for grinding an ice blade on an ice skate is disclosed. The apparatus includes a processor, an input means, a skate holder, a measuring device, and a grinding device. The input means is in communication with the processor to permit a user to select an ice blade grinding option. The skate holder is configured to releasably hold an ice skate in a fixed grinding position. The measuring device is in communication with the processor, and is configured to measure a shape of the ice blade. The grinding device is in communication with the processor, and is configured to perform a grinding action on the ice blade based on the selected ice blade grinding option, to change the shape of the ice blade to a desired shape. Also disclosed are methods of measuring, sharpening, and grinding an ice blade, as well as ice blade measuring and grinding systems utilizing the aforesaid methods. |