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System and method for manufacturing hollow tubular jewellery

US11134760B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 4, 2020
Grant dateOct 5, 2021
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Expiry dateJun 4, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB21D9/04
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system for manufacturing hollow tubular jewellery comprises a die and core assembly for extruding a hollow metallic tube, wherein a core is positioned within a die of the die and core assembly to define three-dimensional surfaces or curved surfaces of a hollow metallic tube. A mandrel is provided for bending the hollow metallic tube, wherein the mandrel is fixed proximal from the die and core assembly. A laser source is provided, which is configured to emit a laser beam to form perforations on the hollow metallic tube. The system includes a fixture which is adapted to hold the hollow metallic tube. The fixture is configured to rotate and tilt to adjustably position a three-dimensional surface or curved surface of the hollow metallic tube perpendicular to the laser beam for forming perforations.

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