So, looking for a table saw and the only safety saw I can find is by "SawStop". After reading up on this a little, I see the guy who invented these is a lawyer and sues any other manufacturer that tries to make a safer table saw.
His patents are expired, so why no new designs on the market?
Bosch had one on the market, but he sued them and Bosch left the market. Now, even though the patents are expired, Bosch hasn't brought their saw back to the US. And the Bosch is being sold in Europe.
Anyone know of any other flesh detecting saws?
His patents are expired, so why no new designs on the market?
US7895927B2 - Power equipment with detection and reaction systems - Google Patents
Woodworking machines and safety methods for use with those machines are disclosed. The machines include a detection system adapted to detect one or more dangerous conditions and a reaction system associated with the detection system. The reaction system can include an explosive to trigger the...
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US8011279B2 - Power equipment with systems to mitigate or prevent injury - Google Patents
Woodworking machines are disclosed having cutting tools for cutting workpieces. The machines include a detection system adapted to detect one or more dangerous conditions between a person and the cutting tool. The machines also include a mechanism having a moveable component adapted to move upon...
patents.google.com
Bosch had one on the market, but he sued them and Bosch left the market. Now, even though the patents are expired, Bosch hasn't brought their saw back to the US. And the Bosch is being sold in Europe.
Bosch, SawStop Embroiled in REAXX™ Table Saw Lawsuit - Woodworking | Blog | Videos | Plans | How To
Despite ongoing litigation, Bosch anticipates REAXX availability in stores June 1.
www.woodworkersjournal.com
SawStop vs Bosch Reaxx Lawsuit
The latest SawStop vs Bosch Reaxx lawsuit ruling is in favor of SawStop. Any firm conclusions are pending further litigation of these saws.
www.protoolreviews.com
Anyone know of any other flesh detecting saws?