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Flexible shape low volume autoclave

US8876999B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims

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Assignee

The Boeing Company · US

Inventors

Sergey D. Barmichev · Kirkland, US
Max U. Kismarton · Renton, US
Stephen T. Brown · Everett, US

Key dates

Filing date	Jun 12, 2007
Grant date	Nov 4, 2014
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Dec 2, 2031

Classification

Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
CPC primaryY02T50/40
WIPO fieldOther special machines
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Techniques and apparatus for providing a flexible shape low volume autoclave are disclosed. In one embodiment, an autoclave includes an elongated pressure vessel that is sealed on both ends and has a circumferential joint between a first portion and a second portion. The autoclave further includes the portions defining an interior configured for accepting an elongated part, the joint being configured to create an angle between the portions and further creating an opening with a seal, the opening facilitating an insertion of the part into the interior, and the seal enabling pressurization of the interior.

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