Method for producing composite laminates using a collapsible mandrel
US8293051B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 10, 2008 |
| Grant date | Oct 23, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 22, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29D99/001
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A collapsible bladder has flexible outer walls and at least one strut inside the enclosure. The strut is connected to the outer walls and controls the shape into which the enclosure may be collapsed.
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