Patent No. EP3664968 (titled "Driving Apparatus And Method For Using A Driving Apparatus") was filed by Hilti on Jul 30, 2018. The application was issued on Jan 18, 2023.
A fastener driving device with an electronic control system that automatically transitions between standby and operating modes based on user movement and trigger activation. The device features a motion sensor that detects when the user is holding the device, and a trigger switch that initiates the driving process. The electronic control system manages power delivery from a rechargeable battery, monitors device status, and enables features such as alignment aids and motor feedback.

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