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        International 7
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2026 (AACJ) 1
2025 6
2024 4
Avant 2021 5
Classe IPC
B65H 29/00 - Délivrance ou progression des articles à la sortie des machinesProgression des articles vers ou dans les piles 6
B65H 3/10 - Rouleaux aspirants 3
B25J 15/00 - Têtes de préhension 2
B25J 15/06 - Têtes de préhension avec moyens de retenue magnétiques ou fonctionnant par succion 2
B29C 70/38 - Empilage automatisé, p. ex. utilisant des robots, par application de filaments selon des modèles prédéterminés 2
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Classe NICE
07 - Machines et machines-outils 8
09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques 8
40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau 8
42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception 8
08 - Outils et instruments à main 4
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En Instance 5
Enregistré / En vigueur 11

1.

A FLEXIBLE MATERIAL ROLLING MACHINE

      
Numéro d'application 19472703
Statut En instance
Date de dépôt 2024-04-05
Date de la première publication 2026-04-30
Propriétaire LOOP TECHNOLOGY LTD (Royaume‑Uni)
Inventeur(s)
  • Garton, Timothy Matthew
  • Redman, Ian David
  • Grist, Nathan Samuel Bayliss
  • Edwards, Joel
  • Streatfeild, James Champion

Abrégé

A machine comprises a pick and place stage and includes a plurality of releasable connectors. A machine comprises a pick and place stage and includes a plurality of releasable connectors. A support material is wound over rollers onto a storage roller or spool. The backing support material provides a substantially flat surface upon which a sheet of flexible material is placed by the pick and place stage. A machine comprises a pick and place stage and includes a plurality of releasable connectors. A support material is wound over rollers onto a storage roller or spool. The backing support material provides a substantially flat surface upon which a sheet of flexible material is placed by the pick and place stage. The sheet of material and the backing support material are then wound onto the storage roller or spool which may be removed for storage and/or transportation. A machine comprises a pick and place stage and includes a plurality of releasable connectors. A support material is wound over rollers onto a storage roller or spool. The backing support material provides a substantially flat surface upon which a sheet of flexible material is placed by the pick and place stage. The sheet of material and the backing support material are then wound onto the storage roller or spool which may be removed for storage and/or transportation. Delicate sheets of pieces of flat material, such as carbon fibre, may thus be protected from damage during handling, storage and transportation that may otherwise result in damage to the material. A machine comprises a pick and place stage and includes a plurality of releasable connectors. A support material is wound over rollers onto a storage roller or spool. The backing support material provides a substantially flat surface upon which a sheet of flexible material is placed by the pick and place stage. The sheet of material and the backing support material are then wound onto the storage roller or spool which may be removed for storage and/or transportation. Delicate sheets of pieces of flat material, such as carbon fibre, may thus be protected from damage during handling, storage and transportation that may otherwise result in damage to the material. The process is reversed to lay down the material, for example into a mould, during manufacture of, for example, an aeroplane wing.

Classes IPC  ?

  • B65H 18/10 - Mécanismes d'enroulage des bandes dans lesquels l'énergie est appliquée à la broche de la bobine
  • B65H 23/195 - Positionnement, tension, suppression des à-coups ou guidage des bandes longitudinal en commandant ou régulant le mécanisme d'avance de la bande, p. ex. le mécanisme agissant sur la bande courante dans les mécanismes d'enroulage ou en liaison avec les opérations d'enroulement
  • B65H 29/00 - Délivrance ou progression des articles à la sortie des machinesProgression des articles vers ou dans les piles

2.

FIBRELINE

      
Numéro d'application 1855489
Statut Enregistrée
Date de dépôt 2025-01-31
Date d'enregistrement 2025-01-31
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Classes de Nice  ?
  • 07 - Machines et machines-outils
  • 09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
  • 40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
  • 42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception

Produits et services

Machines, namely cutting, drilling, abrading, sharpening, depositing, inspection and surface treatment machines and apparatus, machine tools, power-operated tools; motors and engines, except for land vehicles; machine coupling and transmission components, except for land vehicles; fastener insertion machines; riveting machines; machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing; machine tools; machine tools for machining and repairing parts of composite material; manufacturing equipment, namely, machines for manufacturing composite materials and structural components therefor; manufacturing equipment in the nature of 3D printers and structural components therefor for use in the creation of commercial and industrial products made of composite materials; components for 3D printers, namely, tooling for composite preform material handling; machine parts, namely, fixtures, mechanisms, and molds for composite preform manipulation for use in the manufacture of composite parts made of composite materials; machine parts made of composite materials, namely, molds for use in the manufacture of molded composite parts; labelling machines; robotic labelling machines; automated assembly machines; assembly machines; assembly line conveyor machinery; assembly presses; industrial robots; robots with articulated arms for manipulating workpieces; automatic tool changers for industrial robots; robots for use in industry; aeroplane motors; aeroplane engines; engines and motors for model vehicles, aircraft and boats; rocket engines for the propulsion of aircraft; all the above not to relate to fibreglass production. Computer software; computer software, recorded; computer software applications, downloadable; computer programmes [programs], recorded; monitors [computer programs]; testing apparatus not for medical purposes; electronic data processing equipment; real-time data processing apparatus; computer software for use in monitoring, analysing, and improving automated systems and automation processes; factory automation software; computer software in the field of automation systems, namely, vision systems, production planning software, automation software, machine control software, maintenance software; factory and manufacturing automation systems and equipment, namely, mechanical and electronic devices used to automatically locate, alter, inspect, test or sense materials or products as part of automated processes; software for programming and simulating composite parts; downloadable computer software for the design and development of composite-material models and simulation of products made of composite materials; application software for robots; user-programmable humanoid robots, not configured; humanoid robots with artificial intelligence for use in scientific research; robotic electrical control apparatus; robotic process automation [RPA] software; artificial intelligence software; artificial intelligence and machine learning software; operating system software; system support software; computer software for controlling and managing access server applications; production support software; maintenance software; predictive maintenance software; computer utility programs [program performs computer maintenance work]; digital solutions provider [DSP] software; industrial automation software; optical apparatus; lasers; laser equipment for non-medical purposes; lasers for industrial use; lasers for cleaning; optical scanners; optical readers; optical fibre arrays; sensors; sensor switches; sensor controllers; electrical sensors; light sensors; laser sensors; optical fibre sensors; optical sensors; sensors for engines; sensors and instruments for the detection of defects in composite materials and composite structures; all the above not to relate to fibreglass production. Rental and leasing of assembly machine equipment; rental and leasing of industrial robots for use in manufacturing; rental of laser cleaning machines; rental of equipment for the machining and repair of composite materials; rental of machines for use in the machining and repair of parts made from composite materials; custom and bespoke manufacturing of metal hardware, laser machines, tools for others; custom and bespoke manufacturing of robotics; custom and bespoke manufacture of electronic components for aircrafts; joinery [custom manufacture]; services for the processing of composite materials and composite mouldings, including prototypes, tooling, bespoke products and batch production runs; treatment of metals; treatment of chemical waste; treatment of materials by laser beam; all the above not to relate to fibreglass production. Scientific and technological services, research and design relating to manufacturing systems, composite deposition systems, electrical and mechanical engineering; technical engineering services; software engineering services; technical research in the field of aeronautics; engineering services relating to robotics; providing technical consultancy services for design, engineering, analysis, specification, documentation, publications, prototyping, evaluation, tooling, manufacturing, processing, facilities, inspection and repair in relation to composite materials, composite mouldings and composite repairs; technical consulting, design, development, formulation, testing and validation of composites, moulding machines and moulds, composite parts and products; research and development services relating to innovating engineering techniques and technologies; research and development services all relating to composites, composite materials and composite technologies; industrial design services; data analysis services; industrial research relating to the computerised automation of technical processes; design of robotic devices; design of computer hardware for robotic devices; design, programming and maintenance of computer software for robotic devices; providing computer software for robotic devices; design and development of computer software; design and development of computer hardware; advisory and research in the field of artificial intelligence; software as a service [SaaS]; platform as a service; design and development of computer systems; research and development of computer systems with regard to new products in the field of composite construction materials and composite construction; technical inspection and evaluation services; quality control and testing; engineering survey services; inspection of plant and machinery; services for the testing and evaluation of composite materials and composite mouldings, including prototypes, tooling, bespoke products and batch production runs; consultancy in the field of industrial and manufacturing automation; development of computer software application solutions; development services relating to computer software application solutions; engineering services; composite material engineering services; engineering consultancy relating to manufacture; consultancy, information and advisory relating to composites; all the above not to relate to fibreglass production.

3.

loop

      
Numéro d'application 1851335
Statut Enregistrée
Date de dépôt 2024-12-19
Date d'enregistrement 2024-12-19
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Classes de Nice  ?
  • 07 - Machines et machines-outils
  • 08 - Outils et instruments à main
  • 09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
  • 37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
  • 40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
  • 41 - Éducation, divertissements, activités sportives et culturelles
  • 42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception

Produits et services

Machines, namely cutting, drilling, abrading, sharpening and surface treatment machines and apparatus, machine tools, power-operated tools; motors and engines, except for land vehicles; machine coupling and transmission components, except for land vehicles; fastener insertion machines; riveting machines; machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing; labelling machines; robotic labelling machines; automated assembly machines; assembly machines; assembly line conveyor machinery; assembly presses; industrial robots; robots with articulated arms for manipulating workpieces; automatic tool changers for industrial robots; robots for use in industry; robotics for sealant applications; aeroplane motors; aeroplane engines; engines and motors for model vehicles, aircraft and boats; rocket engines for the propulsion of aircraft. Hand tools and implements, hand-operated; cutlery; side arms, except firearms; fastening and joining tools; cutting, drilling, grinding, sharpening and surface treatment hand tools; drills; manual drills; hand-operated milling cutters. Computer software; computer hardware; application software for robots; user-programmable humanoid robots, not configured; humanoid robots with artificial intelligence for use in scientific research; robotic electrical control apparatus; Robotic Process Automation [RPA] software; artificial intelligence software; artificial intelligence and machine learning software; operating system software; system support software; computer software for controlling and managing access server applications; production support software; maintenance software; predictive maintenance software; computer utility programs [program performs computer maintenance work]; Digital Solutions Provider [DSP] software; industrial automation software; optical apparatus; lasers; laser equipment for non-medical purposes; lasers for industrial use; lasers for cleaning; optical scanners; optical readers; optical fiber arrays; sensors; sensor switches; sensor controllers; electrical sensors; light sensors; laser sensors; optical fibre sensors; optical sensors; sensors for engines. Machinery installation, maintenance and repair; installation of industrial machinery; installation, maintenance and repair of robots; replacement and repair of machine components and spare parts; computer maintenance services; machinery maintenance services; maintenance of industrial machinery; maintenance of electronic apparatus; maintenance and repair of hardware for computer networks; maintenance services relating to computer hardware; advisory services relating to the installation of building automation equipment; installation of hardware for computer systems; installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware; installation, maintenance and repair of computer network and information technology equipment; rental of laser cleaning machines. Rental and leasing of assembly machine equipment; rental and leasing of industrial robots for use in manufacturing; custom and bespoke manufacturing of metal hardware, laser machines, tools for others; custom and bespoke manufacturing of robotics; custom and bespoke manufacture of electronic components for aircrafts; joinery [custom manufacture]; treatment of metals; treatment of chemical waste; treatment of materials by laser beam. Training services; training relating to computer software and software systems; education services relating to the application of computer software; training services in the field of computer software development; training services relating to the maintenance of computer controlled test systems; arranging technical instruction courses; technical training relating to safety, product installation and maintenance; educational services; educational demonstrations; organisation of events, conferences, courses, workshops relating to technical training. Scientific and technological services, research and design relating to manufacturing systems, composite deposition systems, electrical and mechanical engineering; technical engineering services; software engineering services; technical research in the field of aeronautics; engineering services relating to robotics; industrial design services; technical data analysis services; industrial research relating to the computerised automation of technical processes; design of robotic devices; design of computer hardware for robotic devices; design, programming and maintenance of computer software for robotic devices; providing computer software for robotic devices; design and development of computer software; design and development of computer hardware; advisory and research in the field of artificial intelligence; software as a service [SaaS]; platform as a service; design and development of computer systems; technical inspection services; quality control and testing; engineering survey services; inspection of plant and machinery; consultancy in the field of industrial and manufacturing automation; development of computer software application solutions; development services relating to computer software application solutions; rental and leasing of scientific and technological equipment; maintenance and repair of software for computer networks; installation of software for computer systems.

4.

LOOP

      
Numéro d'application 1851452
Statut Enregistrée
Date de dépôt 2024-12-19
Date d'enregistrement 2024-12-19
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Classes de Nice  ?
  • 07 - Machines et machines-outils
  • 08 - Outils et instruments à main
  • 09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
  • 37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
  • 40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
  • 41 - Éducation, divertissements, activités sportives et culturelles
  • 42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception

Produits et services

Machines, namely cutting, drilling, abrading, sharpening and surface treatment machines and apparatus; machine tools, power-operated tools; motors and engines, except for land vehicles; machine coupling and transmission components, except for land vehicles; fastener insertion machines; riveting machines; machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing; labelling machines; robotic labelling machines; automated assembly machines; assembly machines; assembly line conveyor machinery; assembly presses; industrial robots; robots with articulated arms for manipulating workpieces; automatic tool changers for industrial robots; robots for use in industry; robotics for sealant applications; aeroplane motors; aeroplane engines; engines and motors for model vehicles, aircraft and boats; rocket engines for the propulsion of aircraft. Hand tools and implements, hand-operated; cutlery; side arms, except firearms; fastening and joining tools; cutting, drilling, grinding, sharpening and surface treatment hand tools; drills; manual drills; hand-operated milling cutters. Computer software; computer hardware; application software for robots; user-programmable humanoid robots, not configured; humanoid robots with artificial intelligence for use in scientific research; robotic electrical control apparatus; Robotic Process Automation [RPA] software; artificial intelligence software; artificial intelligence and machine learning software; operating system software; system support software; computer software for controlling and managing access server applications; production support software; maintenance software; predictive maintenance software; computer utility programs [program performs computer maintenance work]; Digital Solutions Provider [DSP] software; industrial automation software; optical apparatus; lasers; laser equipment for non-medical purposes; lasers for industrial use; lasers for cleaning; optical scanners; optical readers; optical fiber arrays; sensors; sensor switches; sensor controllers; electrical sensors; light sensors; laser sensors; optical fibre sensors; optical sensors; sensors for engines. Rental of laser cleaning machines; machinery installation, maintenance and repair; installation of industrial machinery; installation, maintenance and repair of robots; replacement and repair of machine components and spare parts; computer maintenance services; machinery maintenance services; maintenance of industrial machinery; maintenance of electronic apparatus; maintenance and repair of hardware for computer networks; maintenance services relating to computer hardware; advisory services relating to the installation of building automation equipment; installation of hardware for computer systems; installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware; installation, maintenance and repair of computer network and information technology equipment. Rental and leasing of assembly machine equipment; rental and leasing of industrial robots for use in manufacturing; custom and bespoke manufacturing of metal hardware, laser machines, tools for others; custom and bespoke manufacturing of robotics; custom and bespoke manufacture of electronic components for aircrafts; joinery [custom manufacture]; treatment of metals; treatment of chemical waste; treatment of materials by laser beam. Training services; training relating to computer software and software systems; education services relating to the application of computer software; training services in the field of computer software development; training services relating to the maintenance of computer controlled test systems; arranging technical instruction courses; technical training relating to safety, product installation and maintenance; educational services; educational demonstrations; organisation of events, conferences, courses, workshops relating to technical training. Scientific and technological services, research and design relating to manufacturing systems, composite deposition systems, electrical and mechanical engineering; technical engineering services; software engineering services; technical research in the field of aeronautics; engineering services relating to robotics; industrial design services; technical data analysis services; industrial research relating to the computerised automation of technical processes; design of robotic devices; design of computer hardware for robotic devices; design, programming and maintenance of computer software for robotic devices; providing computer software for robotic devices; design and development of computer software; design and development of computer hardware; advisory and research in the field of artificial intelligence; Software as a Service [SaaS]; platform as a service; design and development of computer systems; technical inspection services; quality control and testing; engineering survey services; inspection of plant and machinery; consultancy in the field of industrial and manufacturing automation; development of computer software application solutions; development services relating to computer software application solutions; rental and leasing of scientific and technological equipment; maintenance and repair of software for computer networks; installation of software for computer systems.

5.

FibreFORM

      
Numéro d'application 1850532
Statut Enregistrée
Date de dépôt 2025-01-31
Date d'enregistrement 2025-01-31
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Classes de Nice  ?
  • 07 - Machines et machines-outils
  • 09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
  • 40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
  • 42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception

Produits et services

Flexible sheet processing machines for use in the handling, laying, planning, cutting, manipulating, moulding and shaping of materials including composite materials; machine tools; machine tools for use in the handling, laying, planing, cutting, manipulating, moulding and shaping of materials including composite materials; flexible sheet processing machines and machine tools for use in the handling, laying, planing, cutting, manipulating, moulding and shaping of materials including composite materials deployed using a gantry system or a robot arm; parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods. Computer software and computer applications (downloadable), all relating to machines, machine tools, machines and machine tools for use in the handling, laying, planing, cutting, manipulating, moulding and shaping of materials including composite materials and parts and fittings relating thereto; computer software and computer applications (downloadable), all relating to machines and machine tools for use in the handling, laying, planing, cutting, manipulating, moulding and shaping of materials including composite materials deployed using a gantry system or a robot arm and parts and fittings relating thereto; parts and fittings relating to all the aforesaid goods. Treatment of materials; the transformation of material namely relating to the handling, laying, planing, cutting, manipulating, moulding and shaping of materials including composite materials; custom manufacturing of products including composite materials; custom assembling of materials for others; information and advice relating to all the aforesaid services. Software as a service; platform as a service; computer software design and consultancy; development of computer platforms; design and development of computer hardware and software; scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial design services; industrial analysis and industrial research services; information and advice relating to all the aforesaid services.

6.

FIBREFORM

      
Numéro de série 79421957
Statut En instance
Date de dépôt 2025-01-31
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Classes de Nice  ?
  • 07 - Machines et machines-outils
  • 09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
  • 40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
  • 42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception

Produits et services

Flexible sheet carbon fibre processing machines for use in the handling, laying, planning, cutting, manipulating, molding and shaping of materials including composite materials; machine tools for forming, riveting, swaging, and flaring of metal and plastics; machine tools for use in the handling, laying, planning, cutting, manipulating, molding and shaping of materials including composite materials, namely, machine tools for the cutting and forming of composite materials and powered machines for cutting or shaping or finishing metals or other materials; flexible sheet carbon fibre processing machines and machine tools for use in the handling, laying, planning, cutting, manipulating, molding and shaping of materials including composite materials deployed using a gantry system or a robot arm; parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods, namely, belt pulleys being parts of machines Downloadable computer operating software and recorded computer operating application programs, all relating to machines and machine tools for use in the handling, laying, planning, cutting, manipulating, molding and shaping of materials including composite materials deployed using a gantry system or a robot arm and parts and fittings relating thereto Treatment of materials in the nature of metal, stone, glass, rubbers, plastics, ceramics composites and semiconductors; the transformation of material namely relating to the handling, laying, planning, cutting, manipulating, molding and shaping of materials including composite materials, namely, parts molding, treatment of composite plies; custom manufacturing of composite aerostructures; custom assembling of composite plies for others; information and advice relating to all the aforesaid services, namely, providing information and advice relating to material treatment Software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for monitoring and controlling the manufacturing of products including composite materials; Platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for monitoring and controlling the manufacturing of products including composite materials; computer software design and consultancy; development of computer platforms; design and development of computer hardware and software; scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto, namely, scientific research, automation software development, and technological research in the field of composite manufacturing processes; industrial design services; industrial scientific analysis and industrial research services in the field of manufacturing products including composite materials; scientific research information and advice relating to all the aforesaid services

7.

FIBRELINE

      
Numéro de série 79424153
Statut En instance
Date de dépôt 2025-01-31
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Classes de Nice  ?
  • 07 - Machines et machines-outils
  • 09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
  • 40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
  • 42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception

Produits et services

Machines, namely cutting, drilling, abrading, sharpening, depositing, inspection and surface treatment machines and apparatus, machine tools, power-operated tools, namely, cutting machines, grinding tools for grinding machines, power-operated sharpeners, ground surface finishing machines, power-operated drilling tools; motors and engines, except for land vehicles; machine coupling and transmission components, except for land vehicles; fastener insertion machines; riveting machines , namely, rivet guns ; machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing , namely, milling machines and grinding machines for the treatment of ceramics and metal ; machine tools for forming, riveting, swaging, and flaring of metal and plastics; machine tools for machining and repairing parts of composite material, namely, effectors; manufacturing equipment, namely, machines for manufacturing composite sheet plies and structural components therefor; manufacturing equipment in the nature of 3D printers and structural components therefor for use in the creation of commercial and industrial products made of composite materials; structural components for 3D printers, namely, tooling for composite preform material handling; machine parts, namely, work holding fixtures for precision machining applications, mechanisms being valves as parts of machines, and molds for composite preform manipulation for use in the manufacture of composite parts made of composite materials; machine parts made of composite materials, namely, molds for use in the manufacture of molded composite machine parts; labelling machines, namely electronic label printing machines for commercial use; robotic labelling machines being electronic label printing machines for commercial use; automated assembly machines, namely, assembly lines in the nature of a series of machines for assembling hand tools in successive stages; assembly lines, namely, a series of machines for assembling or fabricating composites in the nature of aerostructures in successive stages; assembly line conveyor machinery; assembly stamping presses; industrial robots; industrial robots with articulated arms for manipulating workpieces; automatic tool changers for industrial robots; industrial robots for use in industry; aeroplane motors; aeroplane engines; engines and motors for model vehicles, aircraft and boats; rocket engines for the propulsion of aircraft; all the above not to relate to fibreglass production Downloadable computer software for operating machines, machine tools, machines and machine tools for use in the handling, laying, planning, cutting, manipulating, molding, forming, sequencing, picking, placing and shaping of composite materials; computer monitors; robotic testing apparatus not for medical purposes; electronic data processing equipment; real-time data processing apparatus; downloadable computer software for use in monitoring, analyzing, and improving automated systems and automation processes; factory automation software, namely downloadable computer operating software in the field of automation systems, namely, vision systems, production planning software, automation software, machine control software; factory and manufacturing automation systems and equipment, namely, industrial automation controls for mechanical and electronic devices used to automatically locate, alter, inspect, test or sense materials or products as part of automated processes; downloadable software for programming and simulating composite parts; downloadable computer software for designing and developing of composite-material models and creating simulations of products made of composite materials; application software for robots, namely downloadable application software for managing and controlling robots; user-programmable humanoid laboratory robots, not configured; humanoid manufacturing robots with artificial intelligence for use in scientific research; robotic electrical control apparatus for electric motors; robotic process automation (RPA) software, in the nature of downloadable software for controlling the operation of industrial robots; artificial intelligence software, namely downloadable artificial intelligence operating software for use in the manufacturing and handling composites; downloadable artificial intelligence and machine learning software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable operating system software; downloadable system support software for directing and managing production of composites; downloadable computer software for controlling and managing access server applications; downloadable production support software for analyzing production data; downloadable maintenance software for analyzing manufacturing machines for production issues; downloadable predictive maintenance software for production of aerostructures; computer utility programs, downloadable for performing computer maintenance; downloadable digital solutions provider (DSP) software for materials measurement and inspection; downloadable industrial automation software for integrating manufacturing machine operations, tracking problems and generating production reports; optical inspection apparatus, namely for industrial use; lasers for measuring; laser equipment for non-medical purposes; lasers for industrial use; lasers for cleaning, not for medical use; optical scanners; optical readers; optical fibre arrays; sensors, namely industrial calibration sensors; sensor power switches; sensor power controllers; electrical sensors; electric light sensors; infrared laser sensors; optical fibre sensors; optical sensors; knock sensors for internal combustion engines; electric sensors and instruments for the detection of defects in composite materials and composite structures; all the above not to relate to fibreglass production Rental and leasing of assembly machine equipment; rental and leasing of industrial robots for use in manufacturing; rental of laser cleaning machines; rental of assembly machine equipment for the machining and repair of composite materials; rental of assembly machine machines for use in the machining and repair of parts made from composite materials; custom and custom bespoke manufacturing of metal hardware, laser machines, metal treating tools for others; custom and custom bespoke manufacturing of robotics; custom and custom bespoke manufacture of electronic components for aircrafts; custom manufacture of woodwork provided by joiners; treatment of chemical waste; treatment of materials by laser beam; all the above not to relate to fibreglass production Design relating to manufacturing systems, composite deposition systems, electrical and mechanical engineering, namely, technological research in the field of aeronautics manufacturing; technical engineering services relating to aeronautics and robotics; software engineering services relating to aeronautics and robotics; technical research in the field of aeronautics; engineering services relating to robotics; providing technical scientific research consultancy services for design, engineering, analysis, specification, documentation, publications, prototyping, evaluation, tooling, manufacturing, processing, facilities, inspection and repair in relation to composite materials, composite moldings and composite repairs; technical consulting, design, development, formulation, testing and validation of composites, molding machines and molds, composite parts and products, namely, scientific research technical consulting design and development of computer software, and product testing; research and development services relating to innovating engineering techniques and computer technologies; scientific research and product development services all relating to composites, composite materials and composite technologies; industrial design services; data analysis services, namely, measuring geometric molds; industrial research relating to the computerized automation of technical processes; design of robotic devices; design of computer hardware for robotic devices; design, computer programming and maintenance of computer software for robotic devices; providing temporary use of online non-downloadable computer software for robotic devices; design and development of computer software; design and development of computer hardware; technical advisory and research in the field of artificial intelligence; software as a service (SAAS) services featuring operating software for manufacturing of products including composite materials; platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer operating software platforms for manufacturing of products including composite materials; design and development of computer systems; research and development of computer systems with regard to new products in the field of composite construction materials and composite construction; technical inspection in the field of product quality control a n d product quality evaluation services; quality control for others a n d product testing; engineering survey services; inspection of plant for the existence of mold; services for the product testing and product quality evaluation of composite materials and composite moldings, including prototypes, tooling, bespoke products and batch production runs; scientific research consultancy in the field of industrial and manufacturing automation; development of computer software application solutions; development services relating to computer software application solutions; engineering services in the field of manufacturing products including composite materials; composite material engineering services; engineering consultancy relating to manufacture; scientific research consultancy, information and advisory relating to composites; all the above not to relate to fibreglass production

8.

LOOP

      
Numéro de série 79422299
Statut Enregistrée
Date de dépôt 2024-12-19
Date d'enregistrement 2026-04-28
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Classes de Nice  ?
  • 07 - Machines et machines-outils
  • 08 - Outils et instruments à main
  • 09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
  • 37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
  • 40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
  • 41 - Éducation, divertissements, activités sportives et culturelles
  • 42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception

Produits et services

Machines, namely cutting machines, drilling machines, abrading apparatus as parts for machines for processing materials, sharpening machines and surface treatment machines in the nature of machines utilizing rotational motion for high energy surface finishing; metalworking machine tools; power-operated tools, namely, cutting machines, grinding tools for grinding machines, power-operated sharpeners, ground surface finishing machines, power-operated drilling tools; motors and engines, except for land vehicles; machine coupling and transmission components, except for land vehicles; fastener insertion machines; riveting machines, namely, rivet guns; machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing, namely, milling machines and grinding machines for the treatment of ceramics and metal; labelling machines, namely, electronic label printing machines for commercial use; robotic labelling machines, namely, automatic industrial robotic labelling machine for applying labels to containers and bottles; automated assembly machines, namely, assembly lines in the nature of a series of machines for assembling hand tools in successive stages; assembly machine, namely, assembly line conveyor machinery; assembly line conveyor machinery; assembly industrial machine presses; industrial robots; industrial robots with articulated arms for manipulating workpieces; automatic tool changers for industrial robots; industrial robots for use in industry; industrial robotics for sealant applications; aeroplane motors; aeroplane engines; engines and motors for model vehicles, aircraft and boats; rocket engines for the propulsion of aircraft Hand tools and implements, hand-operated, namely, abrading instruments; table cutlery; fastening and joining hand-operated tools, namely, bolt tensioning cylinders, torque wrenches, and nut runners, all being hand-operated; cutting, drilling, grinding, sharpening and surface treatment hand tools, namely, cutting pliers, manual drills, emery grinding wheels; hand-operated hand drills; manual drills; hand-operated milling cutters Downloadable computer software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; computer hardware; downloadable application software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures for robots; user-programmable humanoid artificial intelligence robots, not configured for assembling composite aerostructures; artificial intelligence humanoid robots with artificial intelligence for use in scientific research; robotic electrical control apparatus for electric motors; downloadable Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures for robots; downloadable artificial intelligence software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable operating system software; downloadable system support software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable computer software for controlling and managing access server applications; downloadable production support software for directing and managing production of composites; downloadable maintenance software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable predictive maintenance software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable computer utility programs for analyzing computer maintenance work; downloadable Digital Solutions Provider (DSP) software for materials measurement and inspection; downloadable industrial automation software for production of composite aerostructures; optical inspection apparatus; lasers for measuring; laser equipment being lasers for non-medical purposes; lasers for industrial use; lasers for cleaning, not for medical use; optical scanners; optical readers; optical fiber arrays; electric sensors; sensor power switches; sensor power controllers; electrical sensors; electric light sensors; optical laser sensors; optical fibre sensors; optical sensors; electric sensors for engines Rental of laser cleaning machines; machinery installation, maintenance and repair; installation of industrial machinery; installation, maintenance and repair of robots for industrial production of composite aerostructures; replacement and repair of machine components and spare parts; computer hardware maintenance services; machinery maintenance services; maintenance of industrial machinery; maintenance of electronic apparatus; maintenance and repair of hardware for computer networks; maintenance services relating to computer hardware; advisory services relating to the installation of building automation equipment; installation of hardware for computer systems; installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware; installation, maintenance and repair of computer network and information technology equipment; rental of laser cleaning machines Rental and leasing of assembly machine equipment; rental and leasing of industrial robots for use in manufacturing; custom and custom bespoke manufacturing of metal hardware, laser machines, metal treating tools for others; custom and custom bespoke manufacturing of industrial robots; custom and bespoke manufacture of electronic semiconductor components for aircrafts; custom manufacture of woodwork provided by joiners; treatment of metals; treatment of chemical waste; treatment of materials by laser beam Technical computer training services; computer software and software systems training; education services, namely, providing courses in the field of computer software; training services in the field of computer software development; training services in the field of maintenance of computer controlled test systems; arranging technical instruction courses in the field of automated composite manufacturing; technical training relating to safety, product installation and maintenance, namely, driver safety, industrial robot training and training in the field of industrial robot maintenance; educational services, namely, providing courses in the field of automated composite manufacturing; educational demonstrations; organisation of events for cultural purposes, and conducting conferences, courses, workshops relating to technical training of industrial robots Scientific and technological services, research and design relating to manufacturing systems, composite deposition systems, electrical and mechanical engineering, namely, technological research in the field of automation manufacturing processes and design and development of computer hardware for automation manufacturing; technical engineering services; software engineering services; technical research in the field of aeronautics; engineering services relating to robotics; industrial design services; technical data computer systems analysis services; industrial research relating to the computerised automation of technical processes; design of industrial robotic devices; design of computer hardware for robotic devices; design, computer programming and maintenance of computer software for robotic devices; providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer software for automating composite manufacturing for robotic devices; design and development of computer software; design and development of computer hardware; technology advisory and research in the field of artificial intelligence; software as a service (SAAS) featuring software for automating composite manufacturing; platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for automating composite manufacturing; design and development of computer systems; technical inspection services, namely, composite manufacturing inspection services for quality control; quality control for others and product testing; engineering survey services; inspection of plants for the existence of mold and inspection of industrial machinery; computer technology consultancy in the field of industrial and manufacturing automation; development of computer software application solutions; development services relating to computer software application solutions; rental and leasing of scientific and technological equipment in the nature of computer hardware; maintenance and repair of software for computer networks; installation of software for computer systems

9.

LOOP

      
Numéro de série 79422362
Statut Enregistrée
Date de dépôt 2024-12-19
Date d'enregistrement 2026-04-28
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Classes de Nice  ?
  • 07 - Machines et machines-outils
  • 08 - Outils et instruments à main
  • 09 - Appareils et instruments scientifiques et électriques
  • 37 - Services de construction; extraction minière; installation et réparation
  • 40 - Traitement de matériaux; recyclage, purification de l'air et traitement de l'eau
  • 41 - Éducation, divertissements, activités sportives et culturelles
  • 42 - Services scientifiques, technologiques et industriels, recherche et conception

Produits et services

Machines, namely cutting machines, drilling machines, abrading apparatus as parts for machines for processing materials, sharpening machines and surface treatment machines in the nature of machines utilizing rotational motion for high energy surface finishing; metalworking machine tools; power-operated tools, namely, cutting machines, grinding tools for grinding machines, power-operated sharpeners, ground surface finishing machines, power-operated drilling tools; motors and engines, except for land vehicles; machine coupling and transmission components, except for land vehicles; fastener insertion machines; riveting machines, namely, rivet guns; machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing, namely, milling machines and grinding machines for the treatment of ceramics and metal; labelling machines, namely, electronic label printing machines for commercial use; robotic labelling machines, namely, automatic industrial robotic labelling machine for applying labels to containers and bottles; automated assembly machines, namely, assembly lines in the nature of a series of machines for assembling hand tools in successive stages; assembly machine, namely, assembly line conveyor machinery; assembly line conveyor machinery; assembly industrial machine presses; industrial robots; industrial robots with articulated arms for manipulating workpieces; automatic tool changers for industrial robots; industrial robots for use in industry; industrial robotics for sealant applications; aeroplane motors; aeroplane engines; engines and motors for model vehicles, aircraft and boats; rocket engines for the propulsion of aircraft Hand tools and implements, hand-operated, namely, abrading instruments; table cutlery; fastening and joining hand-operated tools, namely, bolt tensioning cylinders, torque wrenches, and nut runners, all being hand-operated; cutting, drilling, grinding, sharpening and surface treatment hand tools, namely, cutting pliers, manual drills, emery grinding wheels; hand-operated hand drills; manual drills; hand-operated milling cutters Downloadable computer software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; computer hardware; downloadable application software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures for robots; user-programmable humanoid artificial intelligence robots, not configured for assembling composite aerostructures; artificial intelligence humanoid robots with artificial intelligence for use in scientific research; robotic electrical control apparatus for electric motors; downloadable Robotic Process Automation (RPA) software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures for robots; downloadable artificial intelligence software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable operating system software; downloadable system support software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable computer software for controlling and managing access server applications; downloadable production support software for directing and managing production of composites; downloadable maintenance software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable predictive maintenance software for industrial automation of composite aerostructures; downloadable computer utility programs for analyzing computer maintenance work; downloadable Digital Solutions Provider (DSP) software for materials measurement and inspection; downloadable industrial automation software for production of composite aerostructures; optical inspection apparatus; lasers for measuring; laser equipment being lasers for non-medical purposes; lasers for industrial use; lasers for cleaning, not for medical use; optical scanners; optical readers; optical fiber arrays; electric sensors; sensor power switches; sensor power controllers; electrical sensors; electric light sensors; optical laser sensors; optical fibre sensors; optical sensors; electric sensors for engines Rental of laser cleaning machines; machinery installation, maintenance and repair; installation of industrial machinery; installation, maintenance and repair of robots for industrial production of composite aerostructures; replacement and repair of machine components and spare parts; computer hardware maintenance services; machinery maintenance services; maintenance of industrial machinery; maintenance of electronic apparatus; maintenance and repair of hardware for computer networks; maintenance services relating to computer hardware; advisory services relating to the installation of building automation equipment; installation of hardware for computer systems; installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware; installation, maintenance and repair of computer network and information technology equipment; rental of laser cleaning machines Rental and leasing of assembly machine equipment; rental and leasing of industrial robots for use in manufacturing; custom and custom bespoke manufacturing of metal hardware, laser machines, metal treating tools for others; custom and custom bespoke manufacturing of industrial robots; custom and bespoke manufacture of electronic semiconductor components for aircrafts; custom manufacture of woodwork provided by joiners; treatment of metals; treatment of chemical waste; treatment of materials by laser beam Technical computer training services; computer software and software systems training; education services, namely, providing courses in the field of computer software; training services in the field of computer software development; training services in the field of maintenance of computer controlled test systems; arranging technical instruction courses in the field of automated composite manufacturing; technical training relating to safety, product installation and maintenance, namely, driver safety, industrial robot training and training in the field of industrial robot maintenance; educational services, namely, providing courses in the field of automated composite manufacturing; educational demonstrations; organisation of events for cultural purposes, and conducting conferences, courses, workshops relating to technical training of industrial robots Scientific and technological services, research and design relating to manufacturing systems, composite deposition systems, electrical and mechanical engineering, namely, technological research in the field of automation manufacturing processes and design and development of computer hardware for automation manufacturing; technical engineering services; software engineering services; technical research in the field of aeronautics; engineering services relating to robotics; industrial design services; technical data computer systems analysis services; industrial research relating to the computerised automation of technical processes; design of industrial robotic devices; design of computer hardware for robotic devices; design, computer programming and maintenance of computer software for robotic devices; providing temporary use of non-downloadable computer software for automating composite manufacturing for robotic devices; design and development of computer software; design and development of computer hardware; technology advisory and research in the field of artificial intelligence; software as a service (SAAS) featuring software for automating composite manufacturing; platform as a service (PAAS) featuring computer software platforms for automating composite manufacturing; design and development of computer systems; technical inspection services, namely, composite manufacturing inspection services for quality control; quality control for others and product testing; engineering survey services; inspection of plants for the existence of mold and inspection of industrial machinery; computer technology consultancy in the field of industrial and manufacturing automation; development of computer software application solutions; development services relating to computer software application solutions; rental and leasing of scientific and technological equipment in the nature of computer hardware; maintenance and repair of software for computer networks; installation of software for computer systems

10.

A FLEXIBLE MATERIAL ROLLING MACHINE

      
Numéro de document 03287781
Statut En instance
Date de dépôt 2024-04-05
Date de disponibilité au public 2024-10-10
Propriétaire LOOP TECHNOLOGY LTD (Royaume‑Uni)
Inventeur(s)
  • Garton, Timothy Matthew
  • Redman, Ian David
  • Grist, Nathan Samuel Bayliss
  • Edwards, Joel
  • Streatfeild, James Champion

Classes IPC  ?

  • B65H 29/00 - Délivrance ou progression des articles à la sortie des machinesProgression des articles vers ou dans les piles

11.

A FLEXIBLE MATERIAL ROLLING MACHINE

      
Numéro d'application IB2024053357
Numéro de publication 2024/209423
Statut Délivré - en vigueur
Date de dépôt 2024-04-05
Date de publication 2024-10-10
Propriétaire LOOP TECHNOLOGY LTD (Royaume‑Uni)
Inventeur(s)
  • Garton, Timothy Matthew
  • Redman, Ian David
  • Grist, Nathan Samuel Bayliss
  • Edwards, Joel
  • Streatfeild, James Champion

Abrégé

A machine comprises a pick and place stage (101) and includes a plurality of releasable connectors. A support material (103) is wound over rollers onto a storage roller (105) or spool. The backing support material provides a substantially flat surface upon which a sheet of flexible material (1101) is placed by the pick and place stage (101). The sheet of material and the backing support material are then wound onto the storage roller or spool which may be removed for storage and/or transportation. Delicate sheets of pieces of flat material, such as carbon fibre, may thus be protected from damage during handling, storage and transportation that may otherwise result in damage to the material. The process is reversed to lay down the material, for example into a mould, during manufacture of, for example, an aeroplane wing.

Classes IPC  ?

  • B65H 29/00 - Délivrance ou progression des articles à la sortie des machinesProgression des articles vers ou dans les piles

12.

System for handling flexible material

      
Numéro d'application 16771662
Numéro de brevet 11577919
Statut Délivré - en vigueur
Date de dépôt 2018-12-17
Date de la première publication 2020-11-19
Date d'octroi 2023-02-14
Propriétaire Loop Technology Ltd (Royaume‑Uni)
Inventeur(s) Reece, Alun

Abrégé

A system for handling sheets of flexible material. The system comprises a first roller (5.2) which comprises a plurality of first releasable connectors (3.2) and a second roller (5.3) which comprises a plurality of second releasable connectors. The system further comprises an array of third releasable connectors (2.1) which is displaceable between at least the first and second rollers (5.2, 5.3). The first, second and third releasable connectors releasably attach to a sheet of flexible material in use.

Classes IPC  ?

  • B65G 49/06 - Systèmes transporteurs caractérisés par leur utilisation à des fins particulières, non prévus ailleurs pour des matériaux ou objets fragiles ou dommageables pour des feuilles fragiles, p. ex. en verre
  • B65H 3/10 - Rouleaux aspirants
  • B25J 15/06 - Têtes de préhension avec moyens de retenue magnétiques ou fonctionnant par succion

13.

A SYSTEM FOR HANDLING FLEXIBLE MATERIAL

      
Numéro d'application IB2018060184
Numéro de publication 2019/123209
Statut Délivré - en vigueur
Date de dépôt 2018-12-17
Date de publication 2019-06-27
Propriétaire LOOP TECHNOLOGY LTD (Royaume‑Uni)
Inventeur(s) Reece, Alun

Abrégé

A system for handling sheets of flexible material. The system comprises a first roller (5.2) which comprises a plurality of first releasable connectors (3.2) and a second roller (5.3) which comprises a plurality of second releasable connectors. The system further comprises an array of third releasable connectors (2.1) which is displaceable between at least the first and second rollers (5.2, 5.3). The first, second and third releasable connectors releasably attach to a sheet of flexible material in use.

Classes IPC  ?

  • B65H 5/22 - Transfert des articles retirés des pilesAlimentation des machines en articles par jet d'air ou dispositifs aspirant
  • B65H 5/10 - Pinces à mouvement oscillant ou alternatif
  • B65H 5/12 - Pinces pivotantes, p. ex. montées sur des bras, des châssis ou des cylindres
  • B65H 3/10 - Rouleaux aspirants
  • B29C 70/38 - Empilage automatisé, p. ex. utilisant des robots, par application de filaments selon des modèles prédéterminés
  • B65H 29/00 - Délivrance ou progression des articles à la sortie des machinesProgression des articles vers ou dans les piles

14.

A SYSTEM FOR HANDLING FLEXIBLE MATERIAL

      
Numéro de document 03114294
Statut En instance
Date de dépôt 2018-12-17
Date de disponibilité au public 2019-06-27
Propriétaire LOOP TECHNOLOGY LTD (Royaume‑Uni)
Inventeur(s) Reece, Alun

Abrégé

A system for handling sheets of flexible material. The system comprises a first roller (5.2) which comprises a plurality of first releasable connectors (3.2) and a second roller (5.3) which comprises a plurality of second releasable connectors. The system further comprises an array of third releasable connectors (2.1) which is displaceable between at least the first and second rollers (5.2, 5.3). The first, second and third releasable connectors releasably attach to a sheet of flexible material in use.

Classes IPC  ?

  • B29C 70/38 - Empilage automatisé, p. ex. utilisant des robots, par application de filaments selon des modèles prédéterminés
  • B65H 3/10 - Rouleaux aspirants
  • B65H 5/10 - Pinces à mouvement oscillant ou alternatif
  • B65H 5/12 - Pinces pivotantes, p. ex. montées sur des bras, des châssis ou des cylindres
  • B65H 5/22 - Transfert des articles retirés des pilesAlimentation des machines en articles par jet d'air ou dispositifs aspirant
  • B65H 29/00 - Délivrance ou progression des articles à la sortie des machinesProgression des articles vers ou dans les piles

15.

A SYSTEM FOR HANDLING FLEXIBLE MATERIALS

      
Numéro de document 03039007
Statut Délivré - en vigueur
Date de dépôt 2016-10-31
Date de disponibilité au public 2017-05-04
Date d'octroi 2026-03-24
Propriétaire LOOP TECHNOLOGY LTD (Royaume‑Uni)
Inventeur(s)
  • Cox, John
  • Garton, Tim
  • Wright, John

Abrégé

A system (100) for handling sheets of flexible material comprises: a plurality of releasable connectors (20) supported on a main carrier (110). The releasable connectors (20) are individually addressable so that when actuated a connector lifts or releases a sheet of flexible material. One or more end adjustment means is provided to vary at least one of: the orientation and/or the location of the connectors (20), with respect to a surface defined in three dimensions, such that in use the sheet of flexible material is placed in a precise user selected position on the three dimensional surface without the material creasing or wrinkling. An advantage of the present invention is that previously actuators were able to orient grippers to be normal to the surface of a cylinder; whereas the provision of parallel, flexible strips enables active surfaces to be positioned normal to the surface of complex surface, such as that defined by a cone.

Classes IPC  ?

  • B23P 15/04 - Fabrication d'objets déterminés par des opérations non couvertes par une seule autre sous-classe ou un groupe de la présente sous-classe d'aubes de turbine ou d'organes équivalents, en plusieurs pièces
  • B23Q 1/03 - Supports fixes d'outils ou de pièces
  • B25J 15/00 - Têtes de préhension
  • B25J 15/06 - Têtes de préhension avec moyens de retenue magnétiques ou fonctionnant par succion
  • B65H 29/00 - Délivrance ou progression des articles à la sortie des machinesProgression des articles vers ou dans les piles

16.

A SYSTEM FOR HANDLING FLEXIBLE MATERIALS

      
Numéro d'application IB2016056560
Numéro de publication 2017/072741
Statut Délivré - en vigueur
Date de dépôt 2016-10-31
Date de publication 2017-05-04
Propriétaire LOOP TECHNOLOGY LTD (Royaume‑Uni)
Inventeur(s)
  • Cox, John
  • Garton, Tim
  • Wright, John

Abrégé

A system (100) for handling sheets of flexible material comprises: a plurality of releasable connectors (20) supported on a main carrier (1 10). The releasable connectors (20) are individually addressable so that when actuated a connector lifts or releases a sheet of flexible material. One or more end adjustment means is provided to vary at least one of: the orientation and/or the location of the connectors (20), with respect to a surface defined in three dimensions, such that in use the sheet of flexible material is placed in a precise user selected position on the three dimensional surface without the material creasing or wrinkling. An advantage of the present invention is that previously actuators were able to orient grippers to be normal to the surface of a cylinder; whereas the provision of parallel, flexible strips enables active surfaces to be positioned normal to the surface of complex surface, such as that defined by a cone.

Classes IPC  ?