Multifunctional mandrel end cap and method
US10086534B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 22, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C70/546
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multifunctional mandrel end cap for the fabrication of composite parts having an end cap core operatively connected to a mandrel and substantially sealed using a bonding agent or end cap sheath. The end cap sheath substantially encloses the end cap core and seals engage perimeter sealing features of the end cap core. The end cap core has a passageway fluidly connecting the mandrel with a vacuum source. The vacuum source is engageable by a vacuum conduit having one or more vacuum conduit perimeter sealing features.
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