Composite articles comprising protective sheets and related methods
US8545959B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 23, 2006 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 16, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/31551
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods of the invention include those for applying protective sheets to composite articles. According to these methods and resulting composite articles, a protective sheet is applied to at least a portion of an exterior surface formed from a composite material and where protection is desired. At least one exterior surface of the composite article to be protected can be integrally formed in the presence of the protective sheet. Improved bonding of the protective sheet to the composite article and improved processing efficiency are advantageously achieved according to the invention.
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