Mold insert assembly and method of use
US8714513B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 7, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB22D15/02
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Embodiments of a mold insert assembly and methods of use are disclosed herein. A mold insert assembly includes, but is not limited to a driving member that moves between a retracting position and an extending position, a plurality of first-segment members engaging the driving member and moving between a first retracted position and a first extended position and a plurality of second-segment members proximate the plurality of first-segment members and configured to move between a second retracted position and a second extended position as the driving member moves to the extending position. The plurality of first-segment members and second-segment members cooperate to form a substantially liquid-tight periphery when the driving member is in the extending position. The plurality of first-segment members second-segment members are configured to move towards the first and second retracted positions, respectively when the driving member moves towards the retracting position.
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