Patent ID: 6079245
Filing Date: 2000-06-27
Classification: B21D,B29C,Y10S

Abstract:
Device for straightening out a deformed element having undergone a deformation from an original shape, comprising:a pressure means for exerting pressure on the deformed element,a means for heating the deformed element, andat least one reinforcing support integral with said deformed element,wherein the means for exerting pressure on the deformed element is a balloon inflated by means of a fluid whose pressure is controlled,said device including two templates having the original shape of the deformed element, said two templates facing each other so that said deformed element is positioned between said two templates, one of said templates being placed inside the deformed element and the other of said templates being placed outside the deformed element, and said two templates being supported by supports and connected to flexible jacks acting on said templates so as to form a press.