Methods and systems for thermal forming an object
US9108338B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 19, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 18, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 28, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29B2013/027
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and system for thermal forming an object. A mold is provided, a shape of which corresponds to a desired shape of the object. A material is inserted into a heating area, and the material is heated using a plurality of independently controllable heat sources that heat different areas of the material. The heated material is then disposed over or into at least a portion of the mold so as to deform the material. The deformed material may then be trimmed so as to form the object.
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