SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATING LINE RETRACTION ON A REEL

摘要

A system and method are disclosed for automating extension and/or retraction of a line on a spool. The system detachably couples a spool of line to an automated winding portion such as a power drill, extends the line out from the spool in some embodiments, positions a distal end of the line at a desired position, performs an operation with the line, and automatically retracts the line. A winding portion, such as an electric drill, couples to a mounting end of a spool of line. The winding portion receives power from a power source and actuates to rotate the spool in a first direction for extending the line, and a second direction for retracting the line. A distal end of the line positions at a desired point away from the spool. An operation is performed with the line in conjunction with automated extension and retraction of the line. Finally, the winding portion powers refraction of the line back onto the spool.

主权项

1. A rotary device to automate the retraction of a line, the rotary device comprising:
a handheld power drill, the handheld power drill being configured to automatically rotate, the power drill further comprising a winding portion mounting end for mounting a detachable device; a spool, the spool being configured to carry the line, the spool being disposed to detachably join with the power drill, the spool being operable to be rotated by the power drill for retracting the line, the spool comprising a spool mounting end, the spool mounting end being configured to couple to the power drill mounting end, the spool further comprising a spool handle end, the spool handle comprising a handle for helping to control the rotary device; and a power source, the power source being operable to power the winding portion.