TUBE-SHAPED STRUCTURES
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE602020049093
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2019-07-11
- Filing Date
- 2020-01-20
- Publication Date
- 2025-04-09
- Estimated Expiration
- 2040-01-20
AI Technical Summary
Existing tubular structures, such as pipes, are often heavy, difficult to modify, and lack precise control over dimensions and integration of components, leading to issues with vibration, noise, and limited functionality.
A method for manufacturing tubular structures by convolutely winding sheet metal about a mandrel, allowing for precise control over interior and exterior dimensions, integration of features like insulation zones, secondary fluid passageways, and integrated couplings, and the use of multiple materials for enhanced properties.
The method enables the production of lightweight, high-quality tubular structures with improved vibration and noise dampening, enhanced functionality, and precise dimensional control, addressing the limitations of traditional manufacturing methods.