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Apparatus and method for forming structural preforms

US6478926B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 31, 2000
Grant dateNov 12, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 31, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C2035/0877
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and process to form structural preforms from an electromagnetic energy activated binder and reinforcing material using low cost tooling. The apparatus includes one or more lay-up stations and forming stations.

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