Balloon wing forming apparatus and method

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2006-10-31

2006-10-31

McDowell, Suzanne E. (Department: 1732)

Plastic and nonmetallic article shaping or treating: processes

Direct application of electrical or wave energy to work

Using sonic, supersonic, or ultrasonic energy

C264S479000, C264S069000

Reexamination Certificate

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07128868

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for shaping at least a portion of a medical balloon comprise a balloon shaping device capable of applying a radial inward force to at least a portion of the medical balloon and at least one vibratory device capable of applying vibratory energy to the at least a portion of the medical balloon.

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