Method and preform for forming a device comprising a shape memory polymer
US12011869B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2105/253
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
There is provided herein a method of manufacturing a device comprising at least a first fibre using a draw apparatus, the method comprising: providing a first preform comprising a shape memory polymer to the draw apparatus; heating a first portion of the first preform; and drawing, using the draw apparatus, the heated first portion in order to form the first fibre.
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