Induction heating compaction system
US9527237B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 4, 2013 |
| Grant date | Dec 27, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2995/0013
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An induction heating compaction system is provided. The system includes an induction heating member and a compaction member. The induction heating member is configured to generate an electromagnetic field at a select frequency. The select frequency causes at least one of the fibers and matrix in pre-preg material to heat up. The compaction member has at least a portion that is made from a material that is transparent to the select frequency of the electromagnetic field generated by the induction heating member. The compaction member includes a cooling assembly that is configured and arranged to extract heat from the pre-preg material, while compacting the pre-preg material.
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