System and head for continuously manufacturing composite structure
US11130284B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 19, 2019 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y30/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A print head is disclosed for use in an additive manufacturing system. The print head may include a discharge outlet configured to discharge a continuous reinforcement, and an applicator disposed upstream of the discharge outlet and configured to apply a solid film to the continuous reinforcement prior to discharge. The print head may also include a cure enhancer configured to soften the solid film after discharge.
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