Apparatus and methods for forming composite stiffeners and reinforcing structures
US8366981B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 15, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24995
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A composite structure is provided. The structure includes at least one ply of preimpregnated material formed into a curved elongated member of continuous fibers onto a mandrel. The fibers have a select orientation. The curved elongated member has a length and a cross-sectional geometry that varies along the length.
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