Tool for compacting a composite preform assembly and a method for the same
US11413831B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 15, 2020 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 14, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7504
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Tool arrangement for compacting a composite preform assembly comprising a support structure preform and an array of component preforms each extending from the support structure preform and spaced apart along the support structure preform. The tool arrangement comprises a support tool defining a lay-up surface for laying up the support structure preform; a plurality of component moulds, each component mould comprising a pair of blocks configured to cooperate with one another to receive and compact a respective component preform extending from the support structure therebetween, each block having a compaction surface for engaging the component preform and a driving surface.
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