Method for curing composite materials

Details Method for curing composite materials Method for curing composite materials

2007-11-13

2007-11-13

Padgett, Marianne (Department: 1762)

Coating processes

Direct application of electrical, magnetic, wave, or...

Polymerization of coating utilizing direct application of...

C427S002290, C433S029000, C433S215000, C362S800000, C362S804000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10072302

ABSTRACT:
A curing light system useful for curing light activated composite materials is disclosed. Various configurations of light emitting semiconductor chips and heat sinks are disclosed, as well as various structures and methods for driving, controlling and using them.

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