Expandable fabric mold
US4483467A · kind A · utility
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29Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 21, 1982 |
| Grant date | Nov 20, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 21, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA41H5/01
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for use in forming fabric into a predetermined three-dimensional shape. The apparatus includes a contoured mold having at least two parts which are movable between a retracted position and an expanded position. A fabric holding mechanism is provided for holding a fabric shell placed over the mold in fixed position on the mold when the mold parts are in expanded condition. A driving assembly is mounted on one of the mold parts and operatively associated with the other mold part for effecting relative expansion thereof.
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