Patent Application
20250012151
The present invention relates generally to the field of drill bits. More specifically, the present invention relates to a reamer drill bit device that provides a reamer drill bit with improved drilling stability and penetration. Accordingly, the present disclosure makes specific reference thereto. Nonetheless, it is to be appreciated that aspects of the present invention are also equally applicable to other like applications, devices, and methods of manufacture.
Standard drills and drill bits, utilized in conjunction with a directional boring drill machine, are acknowledged for their effectiveness, however, they often require a substantial amount of time to fulfill a drilling task. The inherent characteristics of these standard drill bits, notably their considerable weight and bulkiness, can pose operational challenges, particularly for those who are not well-versed in managing such specialized equipment. Consequently, achieving precision in boring a hole of the desired size in the ground using standard drill bits can become a formidable task, necessitating a heightened level of skill and patience.
In light of these challenges, the introduction and utilization of reamer drill bits have been identified as a significant advancement in the field of drilling. Reamer drill bits are engineered to address the limitations of standard drill bits, offering enhanced versatility and adaptability to varying drilling conditions. These bits are specifically designed to enlarge the diameter of a pre-drilled hole with precision and efficiency, thereby facilitating the creation of holes of desired sizes without the need for multiple adjustments or replacements.
The structure of reamer drill bits, characterized by multiple cutting edges, ensures a smoother and more uniform drilling process. This is particularly advantageous when navigating through diverse soil compositions, terrains, and encountering obstacles such as rocks or roots, which are common impediments in directional boring. The smoother operation of reamer drill bits not only contributes to a reduction in the time required to complete a job but also minimizes wear and tear on the equipment, thereby extending its operational lifespan.
Furthermore, reamer drill bits are equipped with advanced features that enable operators to maintain better control during the drilling process. This enhanced controllability is pivotal in reducing the likelihood of errors and ensuring the accurate and efficient achievement of the desired bore size. The incorporation of reamer drill bits thus presents a viable solution to the challenges associated with using standard drill bits, especially in terms of operational difficulty and time consumption.
While reamer drill bits have indeed emerged as a significant advancement in the drilling industry, addressing many limitations of standard drill bits, they are not without their own set of challenges and problems. These issues can sometimes impede the drilling process. For example, existing reamer drill bits are susceptible to wear and tear, especially when used in extremely hard or abrasive ground conditions. This accelerated wear can result in reduced effectiveness over time, necessitating frequent replacements or repairs. Such interruptions can prolong the drilling process, thereby negating some of the time efficiency advantages associated with using reamer drill bits.
Another challenge arises in maintaining the stability and balance of reamer drill bits during operation. Due to their design, these bits can sometimes face difficulties in maintaining a straight trajectory, leading to deviations and inaccuracies in the borehole. This can be particularly problematic in applications where precision and alignment are paramount, requiring additional time and effort for corrections and adjustments.
Additionally, the selection of the appropriate reamer drill bit for a specific ground condition and application can be challenging. The diversity in soil compositions and the presence of obstacles necessitate a thorough understanding of the reamer's capabilities and limitations. The mismatch between the reamer bit and the ground condition can result in suboptimal performance, potentially causing delays and additional operational challenges.
Vibration and noise generation is another concern with the use of reamer drill bits. In some instances, these bits can produce excessive vibrations and noise during operation, leading to operator discomfort and potential health and safety risks. Addressing these issues requires additional safety measures and potentially specialized equipment, adding to the operational complexity and cost.
Therefore, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an improved drill bit for a directional boring drill machine. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a reamer drill bit device. More specifically, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a reamer drill bit device that is more durable than existing bits of the like. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a reamer drill bit device that is more stable during use. In addition, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a reamer drill bit device that can easily penetrate a plurality of ground surface types.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a reamer drill bit device. The device is comprised of a boring drill bit comprised of a guide that attaches around the bit to keep the bit in place within a boring hole and to ensure even turning within said hole. The guide preferably encloses both sides of the bit to prevent debris from contacting the bit. The guide is also comprised of a plurality of secondary bits positioned radially around the guide that move debris such as gravel and dirt out of the hole being drilled and allow the device to penetrate a plurality of ground surface types.
In this manner, the reamer drill bit device of the present invention accomplishes all the forgoing objectives and provides an improved drill bit for a directional boring drill machine. More specifically, the device provides a drill bit for boring drilling that is more durable than existing bits of the like. Further, the device is more stable during use than existing bits of the like. In addition, the device can easily penetrate a plurality of ground surface types.
The following presents a simplified summary to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed innovation. This summary is not an extensive overview, and it is not intended to identify key/critical elements or to delineate the scope thereof. Its sole purpose is to present some general concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.
The subject matter disclosed and claimed herein, in one embodiment thereof, comprises a reamer drill bit device comprised of at least one boring bit with at least one guide that attaches to and around the bit. During use, the guide helps keep the bit in place within a boring hole such that the bit turns evenly in the hole. The bit preferably has at least one tooth that is used to cut through the ground surface the bit drills through. The bit is positioned within at least one bit opening of a guide. More specifically, the guide encloses both sides of the bit. This allows the bit to cut freely while remaining unobstructed by debris.
At least one pin can be placed through openings of the bit and guide in order to secure the guide around the bit. The guide is preferably dome-like in shape with a base comprised of at least one bit. In the preferred embodiment, the guide has a plurality of bits positioned radially along the base, wherein the bits extend outwards from the base. The bits are preferably acorn drill bits that move debris such as gravel and dirt out of the hole being drilled and allow the device 100 to penetrate a plurality of ground surface types.
Accordingly, the reamer drill bit device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it provides an improved drill bit for a directional boring drill machine. More specifically, the device provides a drill bit for boring drilling that is more durable than existing bits of the like. Further, the device is more stable during use than existing bits of the like. In addition, the device can easily penetrate a plurality of ground surface types. In this manner, the reamer drill bit device overcomes the limitations of existing boring drill bits known in the art.
To the accomplishment of the foregoing and related ends, certain illustrative aspects of the disclosed innovation are described herein in connection with the following description and the annexed drawings. These aspects are indicative, however, of but a few of the various ways in which the principles disclosed herein can be employed and are intended to include all such aspects and their equivalents. Other advantages and novel features will become apparent from the following detailed description when considered in conjunction with the drawings.
The description refers to provided drawings in which similar reference characters refer to similar parts throughout the different views, and in which:
The innovation is now described with reference to the drawings, wherein like reference numerals are used to refer to like elements throughout. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a thorough understanding thereof. It may be evident, however, that the innovation can be practiced without these specific details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices are shown in block diagram form to facilitate a description thereof. Various embodiments are discussed hereinafter. It should be noted that the figures are described only to facilitate the description of the embodiments. They are not intended as an exhaustive description of the invention and do not limit the scope of the invention. Additionally, an illustrated embodiment need not have all the aspects or advantages shown. Thus, in other embodiments, any of the features described herein from different embodiments may be combined.
As noted above, there exists a long-felt need in the art for an improved drill bit for a directional boring drill machine. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a reamer drill bit device. More specifically, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a reamer drill bit device that is more durable than existing bits of the like. There also exists a long-felt need in the art for a reamer drill bit device that is more stable during use. In addition, there exists a long-felt need in the art for a reamer drill bit device that can easily penetrate a plurality of ground surface types.
The present invention, in one exemplary embodiment, is comprised of a reamer drill bit device. The device is comprised of at least one boring bit with at least one guide that attaches to and around the bit, wherein the guide helps keep the bit in place within a boring hole such that the bit turns evenly in the hole. The bit preferably has at least one tooth that is used to cut through the ground surface the bit drills through. The bit is positioned within at least one bit opening of a guide. More specifically, the guide encloses both sides of the bit. This allows the bit to cut freely while remaining unobstructed by debris.
At least one pin can be placed through openings of the bit and guide in order to secure the guide around the bit. The guide is preferably dome-like in shape with a base comprised of at least one bit. In the preferred embodiment, the guide has a plurality of bits positioned radially along the base, wherein the bits extend outwards from the base. The bits are preferably acorn drill bits that move debris such as gravel and dirt out of the hole being drilled and allow the device 100 to penetrate a plurality of ground surface types.
Accordingly, the reamer drill bit device of the present invention is particularly advantageous as it provides an improved drill bit for a directional boring drill machine. More specifically, the device provides a drill bit for boring drilling that is more durable than existing bits of the like. Further, the device is more stable during use than existing bits of the like. In addition, the device can easily penetrate a plurality of ground surface types. In this manner, the reamer drill bit device overcomes the limitations of existing boring drill bits known in the art.
Referring initially to the drawings,
The bit 110 is positioned within at least one bit opening 128 of a guide 120. More specifically, the guide 120 encloses both sides 116 of the bit 110. However, the guide 120 does not cover the teeth 114 of the bit 110 to allow the teeth 114 to cut freely while remaining unobstructed by debris.
The guide 120 is comprised of at least one opening 126. The bit 110 is also comprised of at least one opening 112. At least one pin 130 can be placed through both openings 112,126 in order to secure the guide 120 around the bit 110. The pin 130 may further be secured on one or both sides of the guide 120 via at least one fastener 132 such as a clip, pin, screw, bolt, etc.
The guide 120 is preferably dome-like in shape. The guide 120 preferably has a generally circular base 122. The base 122 is comprised of at least one bit 124. In the preferred embodiment, the guide 120 has a plurality of bits 124 positioned radially along the base 122, wherein the bits 124 extend outwards from the base 122. The bits 124 are preferably acorn drill bits, but may be any bit type or cutting structure known in the art. The bits 124 move debris such as gravel and dirt out of the hole being drilled and allow the device 100 to penetrate a plurality of ground surface types.
The guide 120 may also be comprised of at least one bolt and nut assembly 140. The assembly 140 allows straps, wiring, etc. to be attached to the device 100 and back pulled through a boring hole.
Certain terms are used throughout the following description and claims to refer to particular features or components. As one skilled in the art will appreciate, different persons may refer to the same feature or component by different names. This document does not intend to distinguish between components or features that differ in name but not structure or function. As used herein “reamer drill bit device” and “device” are interchangeable and refer to the reamer drill bit device 100 of the present invention.
Notwithstanding the forgoing, the reamer drill bit device 100 of the present invention and its various components can be of any suitable size and configuration as is known in the art without affecting the overall concept of the invention, provided that they accomplish the above-stated objectives. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that the size, configuration, and material of the reamer drill bit device 100 as shown in the FIGS. are for illustrative purposes only, and that many other sizes and shapes of the reamer drill bit device 100 are well within the scope of the present disclosure. Although the dimensions of the reamer drill bit device 100 are important design parameters for user convenience, the reamer drill bit device 100 may be of any size, shape, and/or configuration that ensures optimal performance during use and/or that suits the user's needs and/or preferences.
Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. While the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all the described features. Accordingly, the scope of the present invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications, and variations as fall within the scope of the claims, together with all equivalents thereof.
What has been described above includes examples of the claimed subject matter. It is, of course, not possible to describe every conceivable combination of components or methodologies for purposes of describing the claimed subject matter, but one of ordinary skill in the art may recognize that many further combinations and permutations of the claimed subject matter are possible. Accordingly, the claimed subject matter is intended to embrace all such alterations, modifications, and variations that fall within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, to the extent that the term “includes” is used in either the detailed description or the claims, such term is intended to be inclusive in a manner similar to the term “comprising” as “comprising” is interpreted when employed as a transitional word in a claim.
The present application claims priority to, and the benefit of, U.S. Provisional Application No. 63/512,329, which was filed on Jul. 7, 2023, and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63512329 | Jul 2023 | US |
