Abstract: Device for moulding a plastic component having at least one undercut.

Abstract: A component for a vehicle is formed at least in part from a polymer material, a first fibrous filler material, and a coating material. The polymer material defines an outer surface of the component. The first fibrous filler material is intermixed with the polymer material and exposed on the outer surface of the component. At least one layer of the coating material is disposed on the outer surface of the component such that the at least one layer of coating material adheres to the first fibrous filler material.

Abstract: In a method of producing a fluid container for a motor vehicle, at least one of at least two shells is injection-molded in a mold with a sidewall and a plurality of projections in spaced-apart relation to one another and to the sidewall. The plurality of projections is hereby injection-molded off-tool. The at least two shells are connected to form the fluid container.

Abstract: The invention relates to a field joint coating material based on a fast curable olefin liquid formulation and a process of making a field joint wherein this coating material is used.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multilayer body (100) for producing a decorated plastic article (50) having a surface relief (40). The multilayer body (100) comprises a relief film (1) with a first carrier film (2) and a structural layer (3), arranged on one side of the first carrier film (2). The multilayer body (100) also comprises a multilayer film (5) with a second carrier film (10) and at least one decorative layer (12, 14). The structural layer (3) is arranged here between the first carrier film (2) and the second carrier film (10). Furthermore, the multilayer body (100) has a film body (19) which comprises the relief film (1) and can be released from the at least one decorative layer (12, 14), and the at least one decorative layer (12, 14) is formed such that it can be deformed by the structural layer (3) formed as a stamped structure.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and systems for the preparation of a co-injection molded multilayer plastic article. Some methods include co-extruding a combined polymeric stream having an interior core stream encased by an inner stream and an outer stream. A volumetric ratio of the inner stream to outer stream is adjusted during injection of the combined stream into the a mold cavity to alter a streamline along which the interior core stream flows thereby forming cohesion member that structurally interlocks the interior layer with the inner layer, with the outer layer or with both. Some embodiments reduce or eliminate a need for addition of an adhesive in the composite stream to prevent delamination of layers of the resulting multilayer plastic article. In some embodiments, cohesion members may be employed to produce a desired cosmetic effect in a resulting article.

Abstract: An apparatus or assembly for forming injection molded magnets in permanent magnet rotors or laminations for such rotors. The assembly includes a plurality of platens defining an axial boundary of a die cavity and a plurality of support shoes that are radially moveable between a closed position defining a radial boundary of the die cavity, and an open position creating a gap between the rotor core and the plurality of support shoes. The assembly has an injection system for filling at least one of the plurality of voids of the rotor core with a magnetic slurry, and a plurality of alignment magnets configured to magnetically align the magnetic slurry.

Abstract: The subject matter of the present invention pertains to a RTM tool having a sealing system. This sealing system comprises an elastic sealing strip which is disposed in an undercut manner in one of at least two tool parts to be sealed. It is characterized in that the sealing strip is essentially stressed perpendicular to the sealing strip surface when the tool parts are closed by means of the part of the tool pressing on the sealing strip and deforming it into the sealing gap which is present, in the direction of the mould cavity. The sealing strip comes into contact with the moulding compound without forming a mechanical connection therewith.

Abstract: A system and method for production of a customizable food and beverage cooler are disclosed. In one embodiment of the system, a mold includes two primary halves configured to produce an injection molded part that is a component of the food and beverage cooler. An aperture intersects one of the primary halves of the mold to accommodate an insertion block that includes a reverse image thereon such that molten plastic flow around the reverse image produces an integrally molded image on the component of the food and beverage cooler. Further, the aperture accommodates a combination insertion block and insertion plate having the reverse image thereon. One of the insertion block or combination insertion block and insertion plate is selected for disposing in the aperture based on the desired production run of the injection molded part.

Abstract: A modular pod for an injection mold includes a molding insert shaped to produce a molded part. The modular pod can be linked with a plurality of additional modular pods to form an injection mold. When a molding insert experiences a problem, the molding insert can be removed from the mold and replaced with a replacement insert. The modular pod employs a mechanical solution to eject the formed parts from the mold, without employing hydraulics.

Abstract: A tandem mold for creating injection-molded parts from synthetic material includes a first part (2), a second part (4), a third part (6), and a guide (20, 22, 26, 28). A first parting surface is defined between the first part (2) and the third part (6), and a second parting surface is defined between the second part (4) and the third part (6). The mold also includes, for each parting surface, at least one mechanical stop (44) that is movable between a first position, where said stop prevents a drive mechanism from reaching the closed position of the mold, and a second position, or retracted position, where the mold can reach its closed position.

Abstract: An injection molding apparatus comprising a clamp plate, a heated manifold, an actuator, a mold and a cooling device, wherein the cooling device comprises: a heat transmitter comprising a distal arm or member and a proximal base or member, the distal arm or member or member being mounted by a spring loadable interconnection or engagement to or with the proximal base or member, the clamp plate, the mold, the manifold, the actuator and the heat transmitter being assemblable together in an arrangement wherein the spring loadable interconnection is loaded urging the distal end surface of the distal arm or member into compressed engagement with the clamp plate.

Abstract: A rotary-shaft type turntable positioning device of an injection molding machine includes a first encoder and a second encoder installed at a servomotor of a positioning device and a speed reducer respectively, so that after the injection molding machine finishes an injection molding, the servomotor is used to drive the driving shaft and link the output shaft to drive the driving wheel to rotate a rotary shaft, while rotating and positioning a turntable. During rotation, signals of the first encoder and the second encoder are sensed to adjust the position, so as to control the turntable to be rotated to a precise position.

Abstract: A manufacturing apparatus for liquid crystalline polyester resin pellets that is provided with: a die head with a discharge port for discharging melted liquid crystalline polyester resin supplied to the die head from a reactor through a valve; a cutter for cutting the resin discharged from the die head and solidified; and at least one perforated plate located downstream of the valve and upstream of the discharge port. The hole diameters of a plurality of die holes provided in the discharge port are 3 mm-6 mm and the average hole diameter in the perforated plate is 0.1-1.2 times the hole diameter of the die holes. A manufacturing method for liquid crystalline polyester resin pellets for cutting liquid crystalline polyester resin, which has been discharged from the die head of said apparatus via the discharge port so as to form groups of strands and solidified, into pellet form.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of panels for floor or wall coverings comprising the steps of mixing and homogenising raw materials, thereby obtaining a dryblend, extruding said dryblend, thereby obtaining one or more thermoplastic layers, laminating the afore-mentioned thermoplastic layers, thereby obtaining a panel for floor or wall coverings, wherein said raw materials and/or said dryblend are predominantly transported vertically downwards during the weighing, mixing and/or homogenising of said raw materials and during the feeding of said dryblend to extruders via feeding units,

Abstract: A resin composite having excellent strength is easily produced by using a resin foam having a specific surface roughness (Ra) as the core material of the resin composite.

Abstract: A one-step hydraulic blow molding system and method for forming a preform and a liquid filled container from the preform. The machine and method include a sealing mechanism that forms a seal primarily utilizing compressive forces in an axial direction to prevent the leakage of liquid blow medium. The sealing mechanism includes an axial end face of a forming head and an upper axial surface of a neck ring.

Abstract: A method for controlling a molding unit (10) for the forming of a container made of thermoplastic material by blow molding of a preform, with the unit (10) including: a carriage (24) that carries, in a stationary manner, a mold bottom (16); at least one stationary cylinder (32) housing a piston (98) that slides between a lower rest position and an upper boxing position in which it pushes the carriage (24) from an intermediate position to an upper molding position; actuating elements for moving the carriage (24) from its upper molding position to a lower extraction position; with the method including an extraction step (E4) wherein the movement of the carriage (24) toward its lower extraction position is initiated while the piston (98) has not yet returned into its lower rest position.

Abstract: A method and system is provided for forming a three-dimensional image and, more particularly, for making three-dimensional digital image transfer thermoformed objects on, e.g., generic molds. The system comprises a computer infrastructure operable to receive images of a subject. display the images, stitch together the images to form a single image, adjust portions of the images or single image to compensate for deformation during thermoforming of the single image, register the single image with points on a mold, and print the single image.

Abstract: Personal watercraft and personal watercraft fabrication using a thermoforming process are described. The personal watercraft manufacturing process includes a set of molds, thermoforming equipment, and thermal formable materials. The process greatly reduces manufacturing costs, decreases manufacturing time, increases part consistency and tolerances, offers better performance characteristics and durability and results in less environmentally harmful deposits and waste.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system for thermoforming a batch of dental appliances simultaneously. An embodiment of the invention includes a vacuum plate having an upper surface and a plurality of cups for receiving dental models. A polymer sheet extends over the upper surface of the vacuum plate and over the cups. A heater cap that is movable in proximity to the cups is provided to heat the polymer sheet to be formed onto the dental models. The vacuum plate is configured to create a vacuum seal between an upper edge of the cups and the polymer sheet. A vacuum source is provided to apply a vacuum to the cups below the polymer sheet wherein the pressure contained in said cups is lower than atmospheric pressure whereby at least a portion of the polymer sheet is drawn into each of the cups and drawn over the dental models to form an aligner over each of the dental models.

Abstract: A thermoforming system and related methods for manufacturing thermoplastic parts, such as interior panels for aircraft, may include a roll-to-roll operation and a forming press having at least one selectively rotatable tool. The rotatable tool, which may include a mold and/or a die, may be multifaceted, such that different faces of the tool have different mold arrangements for different forming characteristics.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide an embossed thermoplastic resin sheet that is capable of enhancing deaeration during production of laminated glass and suppressing optical distortion of the resulting laminated glass to improve the visibility when used as an interlayer film for laminated glass. The present invention also relates to an engraved roll used for production of the embossed thermoplastic resin sheet, a production method of the engraved roll, an interlayer film for laminated glass including the embossed thermoplastic resin sheet, and a laminated glass. The present invention relates to an embossed thermoplastic resin sheet having a large number of recesses and a large number of projections on at least one surface, the recesses each having a groove shape with a continuous bottom and being regularly arranged side by side in parallel with one another, the thermoplastic resin sheet having not more than three defects of the projections per mm2 on the surface.

Abstract: An imprint apparatus for forming a pattern of an imprint material on a substrate using a mold includes a heating unit, a generation unit, and a measurement unit. The heating unit irradiates a region to be processed on the substrate with light to heat the region to be processed. The generation unit generates irradiation amount distribution data, which indicates an irradiation amount distribution of light with which the heating unit is to irradiate the region to be processed. The measurement unit measures information about absorption of the light by the region to be processed. The generation unit generates the irradiation amount distribution data by correcting, using a result of measurement by the measurement unit, temporary irradiation amount distribution data temporarily generated based on a shape of the region to be processed taken before the region to be processed is heated by the heating unit.

Abstract: A method for joining two objects by anchoring an insert portion provided on one of the objects in an opening provided on the other one of the objects. The anchorage is achieved by liquefaction of a thermoplastic material and interpenetration of the liquefied material and a penetrable material, the two materials being arranged on opposite surfaces of the insert portion and the wall of the opening. Before such liquefaction and interpenetration, an interference fit is established in which such opposite surfaces are pressed against each other, and, for the anchoring, mechanical vibration energy and possibly a shearing force are applied, wherein the shearing force puts a shear stress on the interference fit.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus includes a non-ferrous cooking vessel configured to receive food. The cooking apparatus also includes a ferrous cooking vessel cover that is configured for placement over a top of the non-ferrous cooking vessel. The cooking apparatus also includes one or more induction heating elements suspended from the ferrous cooking vessel cover, and a radiation source. The radiation source is configured to deliver electromagnetic radiation to the ferrous cooking vessel cover and the one or more induction heating elements such that the ferrous cooking vessel cover and the one or more induction heating elements are heated.

Abstract: A method for waterproofing blanks of shoes, gloves, items of clothing and other clothing accessories, a blank waterproofed by the method and shoes, gloves, items of clothing and other clothing accessories provided by the waterproofed blanks, the method comprising the gluing and pressing on the surface of the blank, on the side intended to remain hidden after its application, of a waterproof and breathable assembly provided by associating a waterproof and breathable functional element in the form of a flexible sheet with at least two meshes that close it in a sandwich-like manner.

Abstract: A method for joining two objects by anchoring an insert portion provided on a first object in an opening provided on a second object. The anchorage is achieved by liquefaction of a thermoplastic material and interpenetration of the liquefied material and a penetrable material, the two materials being arranged on opposite surfaces of the insert portion and the wall of the opening. During the step of inserting the insert portion in the opening and/or during anchorage a clamping force is applied to opposing surfaces of the second object to prevent the second object from cracking or bulging.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method of making, and articles made from, a thermoplastic article comprising: depositing a plurality of layers of thermoplastic material in a preset pattern and fusing the plurality of layers of material to form the article wherein the thermoplastic material comprise a thermoplastic composition having a melt flow index of 30 grams/10 minutes to 75 grams/10 minutes when measured according to ASTM D1238-04 at 230° C. and 3.8 kilograms or a melt flow index of 30 grams/10 minutes to 75 grams/10 minutes when measured according to ASTM D1238-04 at 300° C. and 1.2 kilograms.

Abstract: A three-dimensional printing pen includes a barrel open on a first end and having an opening for receiving a melt-substrate on a second end, opposite to the first end. A nozzle is configured to receive and melt said melt-substrate and arranged to be connected to the first open end of the barrel The pen further includes a channel inside the barrel with a first opening adjacent and aligned with the opening in the barrel for receiving said melt-substrate and a second opening, opposite to said first opening, adjacent to the nozzle. A transport mechanism has a rotatable transport member which is, in use, in contact with the melt-substrate for moving the melt-substrate through towards the nozzle.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for implementing localized and directed laser welding joining techniques in a process of building up laminate layers to form and/or manufacture three-dimensional objects, parts and components (3D objects). A multi-stage 3D object forming scheme is described involving steps of laminate cutting (with lasers or other cutting devices); laminate transport between processing stations (including using one or more of conveyors, robotic pick and place devices and the like); laminate stacking, clamping and adhering through a targeted laser welding technique; and mechanical surface finishing (via CNC machining or other comparable process).

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to method and apparatuses for 3D printing. The apparatuses include a stationary workpiece stage and an optics assembly adapted to direct laser energy to different locations on the workpiece stage. The optics assembly includes one or more of an intensity-controlling mechanism, a polarization mechanism, a shape-controlling mechanism, and a beam-steering mechanism configured to direct laser energy towards the workpiece stage. The method includes directing an energy beam from a laser towards a workpiece stage while adjusting the direction of the energy beam, adjusting the intensity of the energy beam, adjusting the shape of the energy beam, or adjusting the polarization of the energy beam.

Abstract: A powder-bed-based, additive production method for producing a component is disclosed. Individual layers are applied by a support component onto the powder bed in which the component is produced. Each layer can be removed from a supply powder bed having the same dimensions as the powder bed, and the layer can be compressed using a compressor. High quality layers may be produced in this manner. The layers may be compressed and flat as a result of their contact to the carrier component, e.g., the support component. The quality of the component that is produced can thus also be improved.

Abstract: Methods and systems for three-dimensional printing of conductive materials are disclosed. A molten filament containing a conductive material is extruded from a print head of a three-dimensional printer. A magnetic field is applied to the print head. The magnetic field may be a magnet or an electromagnet. The magnetic field may be applied at the tip of the extruder, nozzle, or nozzle tip of the print head.

Abstract: A three-dimensional shaping apparatus includes: a shaping chamber configured to hold powder; a leveler configured to move from a first position to a second position in a first direction on a top surface of the powder held in the shaping chamber to flatten the top surface of the powder; an ejector configured to eject a shaping liquid to the flattened top surface of the powder held in the shaping chamber; and a suction mechanism including a suction inlet arranged close to the second position of the shaping chamber.

Abstract: Methods, apparatus, and systems for cutting material used in fused deposition modeling systems are provided, which comprise a ribbon including one or more perforations. Material is passed through at least one perforation and movement of the ribbon cuts the material. A further embodiment comprises a disk including one or more blade structures, each forming at least one cavity. Material is passed through at least one cavity and a rotational movement of the disk cuts the material. A further embodiment comprises a slider-crank mechanism including a slider coupled to a set of parallel rails of a guide shaft. The slider moves along a length of the rails to cut the material. Yet another embodiment comprises one or more rotatable blade structures coupled to at least one rod. The rotation of the blade structures causes the blade structures to intersect and cut extruded material during each rotation.

Abstract: A three-dimensional object printer uses stereolithography to form a structure and then embed one or more objects in the structure. The printer includes a controller that operates a source of ultraviolet (UV) radiation to cure a portion of a liquid photopolymer at an interface between the liquid photopolymer and the external surface of an embedded object with reference to a meniscus formed between the liquid photopolymer and the external surface of an embedded object. The incorporation of the embedded object speeds formation of the final object and increases the durability of the final object.

Abstract: A three dimensional (3D) printer comprises at least one printer robot, and each of the at least one printer robot comprises a printer head used for printing out printing material to execute 3D printing commands, a locator being capable of sensing a position of the printer head, and a processor being data communicable with the printer head and the locator. The processor is used for receiving the 3D printing commands wirelessly, retrieving the sensed position of the printer head from the locator, and controlling the printer head to adjust the position of the printer head for printing out the printing material based on the received 3D printing commands. Each of the at least one printer robot further comprises at least three robot legs. The at least three robot legs are capable of situating on a working table for weight support of the at least one printer robot during 3D printing.

Abstract: A system for rapidly adapting production of a product based on classification of production data using a classifier trained on prior production data is provided. A production control system includes a learning system and an adaptive system. The learning system trains a production classifier to label or classify previously collected production data. The adaptive system receives production data in real time and classifies the production data in real time using the production classifier. If the classification indicates a problem with the manufacturing of the product, the adaptive system controls the manufacturing to rectify the problem by taking some corrective action. The production classifier is trained using bootstrap data and corresponding example data extracted from prior production data. Once the bootstrap data is labeled, the corresponding example data is automatically labeled for use as training data.

Abstract: A calibration method of a delta 3D printer, wherein a vertical calibration mechanism is disposed on a vertical direction, a horizontal calibration mechanism is disposed on the horizontal direction and a printing-platform calibration mechanism is disposed under the printing-platform of the 3D printer. Before performing a new printing task, the 3D printer first controls three sliding components to move vertically and performs a calibration on the Z-Axis via the vertical calibration mechanism. Next, controls the nozzle to move horizontally and performs a calibration on X-Axis and the Y-Axis via the horizontal calibration mechanism. After the X-Axis, Y-Axis and Z-Axis are all calibrated, the 3D printer performs a tilt degree calibration on the printing-platform via the printing-platform calibration mechanism. Lastly, after performing all calibration operations, the 3D printer starts to execute the new printing task.

Abstract: An additive manufacturing system includes an additive manufacturing apparatus and a modeling-data providing apparatus. The modeling-data providing apparatus includes: a dividing unit configured to divide modeling data into n packets of transmission data; and a data transmitting unit configured to transmit the n packets of the transmission data to the additive manufacturing apparatus in series. The data transmitting unit is configured to confirm receipt, by a deletion-signal receiving unit, of a deletion signal indicating deletion of an ith packet of the n packets of the transmission data, and subsequently transmit an i+1th packet of the n packets of the transmission data to the additive manufacturing apparatus.

Abstract: A tool includes a head that extends form the flexible section, an emitter within the head; and a nozzle to eject a cooling fluid therefrom. A method of additively manufacturing a component including delivering series of thermal shocks to a conglomerated powder within an internal passage of an additively manufactured component to facilitate removal of the conglomerated powder.

Abstract: A tool includes a flexible section; a head that extends form the flexible section; and an exciter within the head. A method of additively manufacturing a component including burrowing a tool into a conglomerated powder within an internal passage of an additively manufactured component, the tool vibrating in a manner to facilitate removal of the conglomerated powder.

Abstract: In order to make a component for use in a motor vehicle recyclable in its entirety and at low cost, the component is molded from a particle and/or fiber composite material, which has a first component and a second component. The first component includes particles and/or fibers, which are produced from a first renewable raw material or a first mixture of a number of renewable raw materials. The second component is a matrix material, which is produced from a second renewable raw material or a second mixture of a number of renewable raw materials. The particles and/or fibers of the first component are held together by the matrix material of the second component and are for example mixed and/or embedded therein.

Abstract: A laying unit for producing a fiber composite component includes a drive device which is formed for magnetic cooperation with a running face, which provides a magnetic field and/or is ferromagnetic, to advance the laying unit on the running face. A device for producing a fiber composite component comprising a laying unit of this type and a method for producing a fiber composite component comprising a device of this type are disclosed.

Abstract: The disclosure refers to a method for manufacturing rod-shaped components of composite material, for example rowings or fillers, wherein a laminate is layered by automatically laying up a plurality of plies of composite material, which is then cut in an automated machine to obtain a plurality of rods having substantially the same cross-sectional shape. The obtained rods are then simultaneously conformed by applying heat and pressure to obtain rods with the desired cross-sectional shape. With the method of the disclosure, a large number of these types of components are produced with improved quality and in a very simple manner, using the machinery and equipment already commonly existing in a factory of aeronautic components.

Abstract: A laying unit for producing a fibre composite component is provided. The laying unit includes a housing and a plurality of fibre coils which are designed so as to be able to be unwound during a movement of the laying unit, wherein the fibre coils are provided in a movably mounted manner inside the housing.

Abstract: An apparatus for producing a fiber composite component. The apparatus includes a shaping tool and a plurality of laying units which are mechanically independent of one another and are each configured to lay a fiber material on the shaping tool, wherein the laying units each include a control device which is configured to actuate each laying unit to automatically interact with at least one other laying unit to lay a predetermined fiber arrangement together.

Abstract: Composite molded product comprising of at least one polyamide-reinforcement layer consisting of a polyamide matrix and reinforcement fibers, characterised in that the polyamide-reinforcement layer is porous due to the consolidation using a pressurised steam process.

Abstract: A manufacturing method for thermoforming a fiber-reinforced composite laminate with fiber rovings embedded within a thermoplastic matrix includes: mounting fiber rovings to a transport frame, the mounted rovings being arranged to form a support grid layer laterally framed by the transport frame, each roving being mounted on both ends under tension to the transport frame; placing a matrix material layup of thermoplastic material on top of the support grid layer, wherein the tension of the rovings and a density of the support grid layer are configured such that the support grid layer supports the matrix material layup; softening the matrix material layup by heating the support grid layer together with the matrix material layup within a heating station; forming a semi-finished composite laminate by pressing the support grid layer together with the softened matrix material layup; and consolidating the semi-finished composite laminate to form the fiber-reinforced composite laminate.