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VACUUM SHROUD FOR USE WITH DRILLING TOOLS

  • US 20090181606A1
  • Filed: 01/14/2009
  • Published: 07/16/2009
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/15/2008
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A device, comprising:

  • a body having an upper surface extending to a lower edge, the lower edge being configured to be placed against a work surface to form an enclosed cavity between the body and the surface;

    a vacuum port extending from the body in fluid communication with the cavity,a drilling hole formed in the body, the drilling hole being configured to provide access for a tool to the work surface; and

    a support structure located adjacent the drilling hole and defining at least a portion of the drilling hole, the support structure being attached to the body and being configured to contact the work surface and support the body against the surface, preventing the collapse of the body due to vacuum pressure.

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