17957610. STACKING TOOL FIXTURE FOR FORCED FLOW CHEMICAL VAPOR INFILTRATION simplified abstract (Raytheon Technologies Corporation)
Contents
- 1 STACKING TOOL FIXTURE FOR FORCED FLOW CHEMICAL VAPOR INFILTRATION
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 STACKING TOOL FIXTURE FOR FORCED FLOW CHEMICAL VAPOR INFILTRATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
STACKING TOOL FIXTURE FOR FORCED FLOW CHEMICAL VAPOR INFILTRATION
Organization Name
Raytheon Technologies Corporation
Inventor(s)
Alyson T. Burdette of Gilbertsville PA (US)
STACKING TOOL FIXTURE FOR FORCED FLOW CHEMICAL VAPOR INFILTRATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17957610 titled 'STACKING TOOL FIXTURE FOR FORCED FLOW CHEMICAL VAPOR INFILTRATION
Simplified Explanation
The tooling assembly described in the abstract is designed for use in chemical vapor infiltration (CVI) processes. It consists of a tower structure made up of multiple tooling fixtures, with a central channel running through them and a lid covering the top of the tower. Each tooling fixture has walls that enclose an internal volume and holes in at least one wall to allow flow communication with the external environment. The fixtures are in physical contact with each other.
- Tower structure with central channel and lid
- Tooling fixtures with walls and holes for flow communication
- Physical contact between adjacent tooling fixtures
Potential Applications
The tooling assembly can be used in industries where CVI processes are employed, such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics manufacturing.
Problems Solved
1. Facilitates uniform and efficient chemical vapor infiltration processes 2. Provides a stable and secure structure for holding materials during CVI
Benefits
1. Improved control over the CVI process 2. Enhanced structural integrity of the final product 3. Increased productivity and efficiency in manufacturing processes
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing CVI processes in industries like aerospace, automotive, and electronics manufacturing.
Possible Prior Art
Prior tooling assemblies for CVI processes may exist, but specific examples are not provided in the abstract.
Unanswered Questions
How does the tooling assembly improve the efficiency of CVI processes?
The tooling assembly streamlines the CVI process by providing a stable and secure structure for holding materials, ensuring uniform infiltration and enhancing the overall quality of the final product.
What are the specific industries that can benefit from using this tooling assembly?
Industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics manufacturing can benefit from the tooling assembly's ability to optimize CVI processes and improve the quality of the manufactured products.
Original Abstract Submitted
A tooling assembly suitable for use in chemical vapor infiltration (CVI) comprises a plurality of tooling fixtures arranged as a tower, with a central channel extending therethrough along a channel axis, and a lid atop the tower and covering the central channel. Each tooling fixture of the plurality of tooling fixtures comprises a plurality of walls defining an internal volume, and a plurality of holes through at least one wall of the plurality of walls, the plurality of holes placing the internal volume in flow communication with an external environment. Each tooling fixture of the plurality of tooling fixtures is in physical contact with an adjacent tooling fixture.
