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Method of designing and producing carbon fiber connecting rods

US11806946B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJun 2, 2020
Grant dateNov 7, 2023
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Expiry dateSep 16, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/06
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods of designing and producing a connecting rod using carbon fiber reinforced epoxy molding compound composite material are provided, such that the method allows connecting rod designer to machine several different connecting rod designs, lengths, and beams. The material is molded into a near-net shape. After molding, the blank is machined into the final shape of a connecting rod and the material is sealed.

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