System and method for incrementally forming a workpiece
US8322176B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 11, 2009 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 24, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB21D31/005
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for incrementally forming a workpiece. A first manipulator is configured to move a first tool in multiple directions along a first surface of a workpiece. A second manipulator is configured to move a second tool in multiple directions along a second surface of the workpiece. The first and second tools move along first and second predetermined paths of motion and exert force to form the workpiece.
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