Patents by Inventor Otto Lenherr

Otto Lenherr has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20020038923
    Abstract: The invention relates to a Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) process for manufacturing fiber-reinforced components (31) with at least one closed or undercut space (35). A two-part mould with a cavity is charged with reinforcing fibers and a shape-stable supporting core of wax that can be melted out of the cavity. The core is produced from a cast preform by means of at least one shape-forming step. A plastic matrix capable of flowing is injected into the cavity of the closed mould forming a shaped fiber-composite mass and hardened to give the fiber-reinforced component (31). The shape-stable fiber-reinforced component (31) is removed from the mould and subjected to tempering. During tempering the core is melted and drained off from the fiber-reinforced component—leaving behind a closed or undercut space (35)—and the molten core material is cast to provide a new preform (1).
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2001
    Publication date: April 4, 2002
    Applicant: Alcan Technology & Management Ltd.
    Inventor: Otto Lenherr