Abstract: A machine and method for moulding a composite of complex nodal structure includes laying down under CNC a reinforcement (38) of constant cross-section repeatedly into and along channels (26) of a mold (24) and through nodes of the structure, closing the mold, impregnating it with resin and curing the resin.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 24, 2000
Date of Patent:
January 30, 2007
Assignee:
Coretex Structures Limited
Inventors:
Andrew Mills, Steven Cousins, Lee Bateup, Robert Backhouse