Metal Laminating Plates for Fast Lamination Temperature Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing laminating processes are inefficient in terms of cycle times and do not effectively control temperature gradients during the lamination of layers to form a laminate composite.
Innovation Solution
The use of metallic laminating plates with high thermal conductivity (>15 W/mK) and a fluid-based heating/cooling system within a pressure chamber to control temperature gradients and reduce cycle times.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Speed
If conventional heating methods are used for laminating plates, then the structure is simple, but the heating speed is slow and cycle time is long
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies hydraulic principles by using pressurized fluid circulation through channels in the laminating plates. The fluid-based heating system enables rapid heat transfer throughout the plate structure, achieving fast heating speeds while maintaining controllable system complexity through standardized hydraulic circuit design.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the thermal parameters of the laminating plates by incorporating high thermal conductivity materials (≥15 W/mK) and implementing active fluid-based temperature control. This allows dynamic adjustment of heating rates and temperature distribution, achieving rapid heating while maintaining precise thermal management.
2Manufacturing precision
If conventional laminating plates are used, then the device structure is simple, but temperature gradient control is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements local quality control by distributing heating and cooling channels throughout the laminating plate structure. This allows different regions of the plate to be heated or cooled independently according to specific thermal requirements, achieving precise temperature gradient control for uniform laminate quality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses hydraulic fluid circulation through integrated channels to achieve precise temperature control. The fluid-based system allows independent control of heating and cooling zones, enabling accurate temperature gradient management while maintaining reasonable system complexity through standardized hydraulic components.
3Productivity
If rapid heating is implemented, then lamination speed improves, but cooling capability becomes insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges heating and cooling functions into a single integrated fluid circulation system. The same channel network and fluid circulation infrastructure serve both heating and cooling operations, allowing rapid transition between modes and eliminating the need for separate heating and cooling systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements periodic action by alternating between heating and cooling phases using the same fluid circulation system. The fluid can be rapidly switched between hot and cold states, enabling quick transition between heating and cooling modes to minimize cycle time and maximize productivity.
4Power
If high thermal conductivity materials are used for laminating plates, then heat flow increases, but heat loss increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses hydraulic fluid circulation to deliver heat directly to the laminate through controlled convection. This targeted heat delivery method ensures high heat flow to the workpiece while minimizing radiative and conductive heat losses to the surrounding environment, improving overall thermal efficiency.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
This approach allows for rapid heating and cooling of laminating plates, resulting in a significant reduction of lamination time and improved bonding of layers.
Implementation Method 1
the laminating plates are metallic and have a thermal conductivity of at least 15 W/mK, preferably 50-80 W/mK. This enables a high heat flow
Implementation Method 2
a heated fluid to be passed through during the heating phase to enable rapid heating
Implementation Method 3
the laminating plates are metallic and have a thermal conductivity of at least 15 W/mK, preferably 50-80 W/mK. This enables a high heat flow
Implementation Method 4
the cooling phase can be carried out by introducing a cool fluid
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AI summary
The invention relates to a laminating device, comprising at least one laminating tool (11) which includes an upper tool (32) and a lower tool (33) and at least one laminating plate (12) in each case, between which a stack (36) of several layers (35) is arranged to form a laminate composite (38), characterized in that the at least one metallic laminating plate (12) has a thermal conductivity of at least 15 W/mK.