Multi-axis system and method for applying fastening means

摘要

A multi-axis fastening system (10) for installing a fastener in a workpiece includes a fastener installation device (12) movable along a first axis (26) and operable to install the fastener in the workpiece. The system (10) also includes a table (16) having a longitudinal axis (60) substantially orthogonal to the first axis (26) and operable to move along a second axis (44,48) substantially orthogonal to the first axis (26) and the longitudinal axis (60). The system (10) further includes a carriage (14) mounted on the table (16) and operable to support and move the workpiece along the longitudinal axis (60). <IMAGE>