Fixture assembly for forming prototype parts on an incremental forming machine

摘要

An incremental forming machine binder is provided that has a blank holding opening that may be subdivided into smaller blank holding openings. The opening is subdivided by one or more clamping modules that are connected by connecting modules to each other and the frame. Clamps are attached to the clamping modules to clamp blanks in the blank holding openings. Multiple blanks may be secured to the binder for incremental forming.

主权项

1. A binder comprising:
a primary frame defining an opening; a plurality of connecting members connectable to the primary frame having at least two connecting ends, a plurality of clamp support segments each connected to one of the connecting ends of one of the connecting members, and a reinforcement member extending through the connecting members and the clamp support segments to support at least one blank within a subdivided opening; and a plurality of alignment pins received on either a first end or a second end of the clamp support segments, wherein the alignment pins are received by the connecting ends of the connecting members.