Resin infusion of composite parts using a perforated caul sheet
US8940213B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 11, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 27, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/06
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Resin infused composite parts are fabricated using a caul sheet having perforations therein for optimizing the flow of resin through the parts and allowing a simplified tooling and consumable arrangement for complex parts while achieving a smooth, aerodynamic caul-side or bag-side finish.
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