Automated fiber placement compensation
US9694546B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 12, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 4, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C70/382
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method is provided to compensate for misplacement of tows by a fiber placement machine automatically controlled by programmed instructions. The method includes laying down a test layup of fiber tows using the machine; scanning the test layup to determine the position of the test layup relative to reference standards; determining misplacements in the position of the test layup; and, modifying the programmed instructions to compensate for the misplacements.
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