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Systems and methods for removing a backing from a ply of composite material

US11964459B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateOct 14, 2022
Grant dateApr 23, 2024
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Expiry dateOct 14, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T156/195
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system and method for removing a backing from a ply of composite material is disclosed. The system includes a roller having a roller axis and a roller surface that circumscribes the roller axis. The system also includes an adhesion feature disposed on the roller surface. The system further includes a roller drive to move the roller along a travel path that is perpendicular to the roller axis and to rotate the roller about the roller axis.

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