Systems and methods for arc and node design and manufacture
US10173255B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 9, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jan 8, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D27/023
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A metal extrusion and nodes based structure is provided. The structure comprises one or more arc members connected by one or more node members, wherein the arc comprises (i) a wing feature which is configured to mate with one or more non-structural components, (ii) an internal passage feature which is configured to be inserted into a connecting feature of the corresponding node member, and (iii) one or more keying features formed from a mating interface with the corresponding node member.
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