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Robotic “layup” of composite materials

David Groppe (David Groppe is based at Composite Systems Inc., Arnold, CA, USA.)

Assembly Automation

ISSN: 0144-5154

Article publication date: 1 June 2003

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Abstract

This paper describes the history and current technology behind composite manufacturing and the development of a precision feed endeffector (PFE). The PFE is used on the end of a robot arm and performs many functions associated with the handling of prepreg and semipreg materials. The PFE helps to achieve higher levels of accuracy and productivity for automated layup systems.

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Groppe, D. (2003), "Robotic “layup” of composite materials", Assembly Automation, Vol. 23 No. 2, pp. 153-158. https://doi.org/10.1108/01445150310471392

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MCB UP Ltd

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