Meta platforms technologies, llc (20240208123). MOLDS AND APPARATUS FOR MOLDING OPTICAL COMPONENTS simplified abstract

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MOLDS AND APPARATUS FOR MOLDING OPTICAL COMPONENTS

Organization Name

meta platforms technologies, llc

Inventor(s)

Christopher Jack Brown of Deming WA (US)

Kurt Jenkins of Sammamish WA (US)

MOLDS AND APPARATUS FOR MOLDING OPTICAL COMPONENTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240208123 titled 'MOLDS AND APPARATUS FOR MOLDING OPTICAL COMPONENTS

Simplified Explanation:

The patent application describes a mold assembly consisting of two molds and a lock that can be mounted on one mold and coupled with the other to maintain their relative position during the molding process.

  • The mold assembly includes a first mold, a second mold, and a lock.
  • The lock is mounted on one of the molds and coupled with the other mold to maintain their position.
  • The lock is in a closed position during the molding process.
  • The invention aims to improve the precision and stability of the molding process.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Two molds and a lock for maintaining their position during molding.
  • Improved precision and stability in the molding process.
  • Releasable coupling mechanism for easy operation.

Potential Applications:

  • Injection molding processes.
  • Manufacturing of plastic or metal parts.
  • Prototyping and rapid manufacturing.

Problems Solved:

  • Ensures accurate alignment of molds.
  • Prevents shifting or misalignment during molding.
  • Enhances the quality of molded products.

Benefits:

  • Increased efficiency in the molding process.
  • Consistent and high-quality output.
  • Reduced waste and rework.

Commercial Applications:

Injection molding industries, manufacturing companies, prototyping services.

Questions about Mold Assembly: 1. How does the lock mechanism improve the molding process? 2. What materials are suitable for use with this mold assembly?

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Original Abstract Submitted

a mold assembly includes a first mold, a second mold, and a lock mounted on one of the first mold or the second mold and releasably coupled with the other of the first mold or the second mold for maintaining a position of the other of the first mold or the second mold relative to the one of the first mold or the second mold while the lock is in a closed position. also disclosed are a molding apparatus and a method for molding.