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Metallic bladders

US9662742B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 7, 2014
Grant dateMay 30, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29K2905/00
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method and apparatus is presented. A method may comprise positioning a metallic bladder within a tool, the tool having a number of die liners that generate heat when exposed to a magnetic field; applying the magnetic field to the number of die liners to heat the metallic bladder; and pressurizing the metallic bladder.

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