TPI Composites, Inc.
Magnetically attached flanges
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Abstract:
A mold for forming a wind turbine blade comprising first and second mold surfaces including a flange portion having an opening therein, wherein the first and second mold surfaces are configured for relative movement therebetween from an open position to a closed position. The opening of the first flange portion is aligned with the opening of the second flange portion when in the closed position, and a first magnet is disposed within the opening in the opening of the first mold surface, and a second magnet is disposed within the opening of the second mold surface.
Status:
Grant
Type:
Utility
Filling date:
8 Aug 2018
Issue date:
18 May 2021