INDUCTION WELDING THERMOPLASTIC BODIES WITH MULTIPLE FIBER ORIENTATIONS

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INDUCTION WELDING THERMOPLASTIC BODIES WITH MULTIPLE FIBER ORIENTATIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18403336 titled 'INDUCTION WELDING THERMOPLASTIC BODIES WITH MULTIPLE FIBER ORIENTATIONS

The abstract of the patent application describes a manufacturing method involving two thermoplastic bodies with embedded fibers and a conductive element for induction welding.

The first and second thermoplastic bodies contain parallel first and second fibers that are angularly offset.
A conductive element is positioned vertically next to the first thermoplastic body's surface for induction welding.
The conductive element consists of two segments aligned with the parallel fibers in each thermoplastic body.
The first portion of the conductive element overlaps the second portion for effective welding.

Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for lightweight and durable components - Aerospace industry for structural components - Electronics industry for integrated circuits and sensors

Problems Solved: - Enhanced bonding between thermoplastic bodies - Efficient manufacturing process for composite materials

Benefits: - Improved structural integrity - Reduced production time and costs - Increased durability and strength of components

Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Induction Welding Method for Thermoplastic Composites" This technology can be utilized in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics for manufacturing lightweight and durable components.

Prior Art: Researchers can explore prior studies on induction welding methods for thermoplastic materials and composite structures to understand the evolution of this technology.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in induction welding techniques for thermoplastic composites to leverage the latest innovations in manufacturing processes.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the angular offset of fibers in thermoplastic bodies affect the welding process? 2. What are the key advantages of using a conductive element for induction welding in composite materials?

Original Abstract Submitted

During a manufacturing method, a first thermoplastic body is arranged with a second thermoplastic body. The first thermoplastic body and/or the second thermoplastic body includes a plurality of fibers embedded within a thermoplastic matrix. The fibers include a plurality of parallel first fibers and a plurality of parallel second fibers that are angularly offset from the parallel first fibers. A conductive element is arranged vertically next to a surface of the first thermoplastic body. The first thermoplastic body is induction welded to the second thermoplastic body using the conductive element. The conductive element includes a first segment and a second segment. The first segment is at least substantially parallel with the plurality of parallel first fibers. The second segment is at least substantially parallel with the plurality of parallel second fibers. A first portion of the conductive element is vertically above and overlaps a second portion of the conductive element.