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Method of making a cure tool with integrated edge breather

US8298473B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 15, 2009
Grant dateOct 30, 2012
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Expiry dateJun 6, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S425/047
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of making a tool for curing a composite layup and a method of removing air and volatiles from a composite layup during curing. The tool includes a tool body having a surface adapted to support a composite layup and includes an integrated breather for allowing removal of air from the layup during curing.

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