System, print head, and compactor for continuously manufacturing composite structure
US11110655B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 8, 2018 |
| Grant date | Sep 7, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 27, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/25
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A compactor is disclosed for use with an additive manufacturing print head. The compactor may include a housing connectable to the additive manufacturing print head. The compactor may also include a compacting wheel, and at least one spring disposed in the housing and configured to exert an axial force on the compacting wheel. The compactor may further include a piston moveable to adjust a distance between the housing and the compacting wheel.
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