Tape lamination machine scrap collection assembly
US11685147B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 17, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 17, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/1994
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A scrap collection assembly for a tape lamination head that applies a plurality of composite tape segments includes a crack-off assembly with a scrap crack-off redirect roller configured to engage one or more composite tape segments and one or more scrap portions; and a secondary crack-off roller configured to engage one or more composite tape segments and one or more scrap portions; a pivot that connects the crack-off assembly to the tape lamination head, wherein the secondary crack-off roller selectively moves about the pivot to change a direction of composite tape movement.
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