Method and system for batch preforming of fiber bundles
US11345061B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2020 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2105/06
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A preformer capable of simultaneously forming plural preforms includes a forming surface and source of heat. The forming surface includes guides to keep fiber bundles, the nascent form of the preforms, spaced apart and to maintain their cross-sectional dimension. In some embodiments, the preformer further includes a source of energy, and in some embodiments, the preformer includes a source of energy and a cooling source. A method for forming preforms is also disclosed.
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