Automated ply layup system
US9969131B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 22, 2011 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T156/10
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An automated ply layup system uses a robot and an end effector for selecting plies from a kit and placing the plies at predetermined locations on a tool by further employing cameras for ply location detection, a laser scanner for detection and ply placement within a location on the tool, and compact sensors for compacting plies onto the tool.
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