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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 04, 2014
Filed:
Jun. 12, 2007
Sergey D. Barmichev, Bothell, WA (US);
Max U. Kismarton, Renton, WA (US);
Stephen T. Brown, Everett, WA (US);
Sergey D. Barmichev, Bothell, WA (US);
Max U. Kismarton, Renton, WA (US);
Stephen T. Brown, Everett, WA (US);
The Boeing Company, Chicago, IL (US);
Abstract
Techniques and apparatus for providing a flexible shape low volume autoclave are disclosed. In one embodiment, an autoclave includes an elongated pressure vessel that is sealed on both ends and has a circumferential joint between a first portion and a second portion. The autoclave further includes the portions defining an interior configured for accepting an elongated part, the joint being configured to create an angle between the portions and further creating an opening with a seal, the opening facilitating an insertion of the part into the interior, and the seal enabling pressurization of the interior.