Laser-reflective compaction roller and associated fiber placement system and method
US10632717B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 28, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 15, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C2035/0838
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fiber placement system including a compaction roller rotatable about an axis of rotation, the compaction roller including a reflective layer that includes a reflective material dispersed in a polymeric material, and a light source positioned to project a beam of electromagnetic radiation proximate the compaction roller, the beam having a wavelength, wherein the reflective material has a reflectance of at least 80 percent at the wavelength.
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