Systems and methods for fabricating joint members
US9975179B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 30, 2015 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 30, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/25
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for fabricating a joint designed to connect tubes for a space frame, where a space frame may be a vehicle chassis, is provided. The method may generate joints with variable geometry and fine features which may reduce production costs, reduce production time, and generate joints configured for highly specific applications. The joint may include centering features which may create a space between a surface of the tube and a surface of the joint through which adhesive may flow.
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