Backing film removal system and method for fiber placement machine
US8012291B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 11, 2006 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 30, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/1994
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides an apparatus and associated method for removing backing film from tape or tape during the fiber placement process. The present invention uses a passive (non-powered) take-up roller to wind up the backing film that has been separated from the tape.
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