Multi-state bladder for manufacture of composite material
US10059041B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 10, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 12, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2022/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Within examples, methods and systems for a multi-state bladder or elastomeric apparatus for manufacture of composite material are provided. The elastomeric apparatus includes a housing having a flexible surface state and a rigid surface state, a rod within the housing extending along a length of the housing, and a plurality of components mounted to the rod, such that in an engaged position of the rod the plurality of components cause the housing to have the rigid surface state, and in a disengaged position of the rod the plurality of components enable the housing to have the flexible surface state.
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