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Fly-cutting system and method, and related tooling and articles

US9003934B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 19, 2010
Grant dateApr 14, 2015
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Expiry dateMay 19, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/24479
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods of fly-cutting a workpiece are disclosed, and in methods in which the position of a fly-cutting head or its associated cutting element is known as a function of time. Also disclosed are methods of forming features, such as grooves or groove segments, in a workpiece such as a cylindrical roll. The features may be provided according to one or more disclosed patterns. Articles made using tools machined in the manner described are also provided, such as polymeric film or sheeting that exhibit certain beneficial properties.

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