CROSS TABLE Russian patent published in 2011 - IPC B23Q1/26 

FIELD: process engineering.

SUBSTANCE: invention relates to machine building, namely, to device to drive processed workpiece along two mutually perpendicular axes. Proposed cross table comprises modules of lengthwise and crosswise feed made up of the base with guides, carriage arranged on guides and carriage drive made up of linear motor with inductor and armature. Inductor of each module is secured to the base of appropriate module while armature is jointed with appropriate carriage. Said table is controlled by program control unit connected with modules of lengthwise and crosswise feed via cables connected to one feed carriage to control said modules via interconnection of said modules.

EFFECT: simplified design, higher precision of positioning.

2 cl, 3 dwg