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Method for producing composite laminates using a collapsible mandrel

US8293051B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 10, 2008
Grant dateOct 23, 2012
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Expiry dateJun 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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