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Composite induction consolidation apparatus and method

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OSTI ID:1459548

A composite induction consolidation apparatus includes a base mandrel and a ferromagnetic base mandrel facesheet having a specific Curie temperature carried by the base mandrel. The base mandrel facesheet is adapted to support a composite part and allow ambient air pressure to compact the composite part against the base mandrel facesheet. At least one magnetic induction coil is provided in the base mandrel.

Research Organization:
The Boeing Company, Chicago, IL (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
FG36-08GO18135
Assignee:
The Boeing Company (Chicago, IL)
Patent Number(s):
10,000,026
Application Number:
13/082,532
OSTI ID:
1459548
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English