Reducing force needed to form a shape from a sheet metal
US8578748B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 8, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 4, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB21D31/005
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus comprises a platform, a stylus, and a heating system. The platform is capable of holding a sheet of material. The stylus is capable of impinging the sheet of the material to incrementally form a shape for a part. The heating system is capable of heating at least a portion of the sheet of material in a location on the sheet of material prior to the stylus impinging the location.
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