CLAMPS AND METHODS OF FORMING CLAMPS

摘要

Apparatuses include first and second monolithic members that are coupled together, that are configured to move relative to each other, and that are configured so that they cannot be decoupled from each other without destruction of one or both of the two monolithic members. Apparatuses further include a third monolithic member configured to be selectively coupled to at least one of the first monolithic member and the second monolithic member. Methods of forming and using such apparatuses also are disclosed. Some monolithic members are formed utilizing an additive manufacturing process so that they are restricted from being decoupled from each other. Some apparatuses define clamps. Some clamps are used to precisely align laser projection alignment targets for use with laser projection alignment systems.

主权项

1. A clamp, comprising:
a first monolithic member; a second monolithic member coupled to the first monolithic member and configured to be selectively moved relative to the first monolithic member; and a third monolithic member configured to be selectively coupled to at least one of the first monolithic member and the second monolithic member; wherein the first monolithic member and the second monolithic member are configured so that the second monolithic member cannot be decoupled from the first monolithic member without destruction of one of the first monolithic member and the second monolithic member.