Method and apparatus for forming tooling and associated materials therefrom
US9993946B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 5, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 16, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2905/12
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Described herein is a method of forming tooling used to form a material. The method includes positioning a first susceptor made from a first susceptor material between first and second dies. At least one of the first and second dies includes a forming surface having a desired shape. The method further includes positioning a second susceptor made from a second susceptor material between the first and second dies such that the first susceptor is interposed between the second susceptor and the forming surface. Additionally, the method includes positioning a first bladder between the first and second dies such that the second susceptor is interposed between the first bladder and the first susceptor. Also, the method includes inflating the first bladder to concurrently deform the first susceptor and second susceptor into the desired shape.
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