Discovery AFP/ATL

System Features:

• Multi-material research and development configuration

• Manual head exchange capability

• High-reliability design specifications

• KUKA Fortec or equivalent robotic platform exclusively

• Multi-tow and single-tow AFP processing capabilities

Tow Configuration:

• AFP processing: 4, 8, 16, or expanded tow arrangements

• Tow widths: 6.35mm (1/4"), 12.7mm (1/2"), or 25.4mm (1")

• Single-tape AFP capability: 6.35mm (1/4") to 50.8mm (2") tape widths

Material Compatibility:

• Thermoset, thermoplastic, and dry fiber processing

Performance Parameters:

• Maximum layup rate: 80 m/min*

• Cut-and-restart precision: ±2.5mm*

• Course placement tolerance: -0/+2.5mm*

• Minimum cut/restart spacing: ≤10mm*

• Minimum course length: 120mm*

Heating Systems:

• Infrared heating: 1kW and higher

• Laser heating: 3, 4, 6kW or greater capacity

• Integrated infrared and visual process monitoring cameras

*Performance dependent on material properties, cell configuration, controller specifications, tooling geometry, and processing speed for production reliability

Tape Processing Capabilities:

• ATL processing: up to 300mm (12") wide tape configurations

• Available widths: 50mm (2"), 75mm (3"), 150mm (6"), 300mm (12")

Cutting Technology:

• Dual ultrasonic knife contour cutting system

• Pre-layup defect detection capabilities

• Proprietary ATL head design

System Architectures:

• Robotic, high-rail gantry, low-rail portal, and column formats

• Available with optional environmental enclosures

Scale Variants:

• Laboratory-scale R&D units

• Industrial-scale serial production equipment

Integration & Customization:

• Multi-function work-cell integration for enhanced throughput and ROI

• Tailored design features and specialized capabilities upon request

Motion Control:

• Integrated robotic linear and tool rotational axes

Automation & Integration:

• Industrial barcode scanning with factory automation interfaces

• Laser projection guidance paired with in-line defect inspection systems

Finishing Capability:

• Ultrasonic trimming module for precision edge processing