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Method and apparatus for manufacturing composite structures

  • US 6,692,681 B1
  • Filed: 01/29/1997
  • Issued: 02/17/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/29/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method useful in forming a composite body, comprising the steps of:

  • providing a mandrel body having an outer surface;

    positioning a bladder having outer and inner surfaces around said mandrel body;

    said bladder having at least one caul sheet section coupled to said outer surface of said bladder; and

    placing a plurality of fibers around said bladder and caul sheet to form an uncured body.

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