摘要 |
<p>A modular mold assembly according to the present invention provides a modular exposed surface, which receives uncured prepreg composite material layers. In one orientation, the mold portions are mountable to each other and to a mold base such that the exposed surfaces define a continuos substantially U-shaped layup surface. In another assembly orientation secondary engagement surface are mated such that a substantially curved layup is formed from the exposed surface. In yet another mold assembly orientation, a mold support surface is mounted to a subset of the mold portions such that another layup surface is formed for composite components which require an extended portion. Guide outlines are provided within he exposed surface in predetermined areas as locators for a plurality of composite material layers which form a panel which is smaller than the exposed surface.</p> |