Processes and tooling associated with diffusion bonding
US11346362B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 25, 2017 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 22, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02T50/60
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fixture assembly including a first fixture portion; a second fixture portion that interfaces with the first fixture portion; and a bladder assembly mounted to the second fixture portion to face the first fixture portion. A method of manufacturing a fan blade includes inserting a blade body and a cover into a fixture; and deploying a bladder assembly within the fixture to press the cover into the blade body.
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