Modularized insulation blanket for thermal and/or acoustical insulation.
The modularized insulation blanket has a cover formed of a distal layer
and proximal layer in sealed mated relationship. The distal and proximal
layers are sealed along longitudinal and latitudinal heat-sealed seams
that define a plurality of modules. The heat-sealed seam may be creased
so as to be foldable and/or perforated to provide a tear line. Within the
modules are batting blocks. The blankets may be attached to surface
structures such as the interior skin surface of an aircraft fuselage,
pipes or other structures with retention systems. The blankets may be
formed in an apparatus including a platen, heat seal rollers or heating
sealing mechanisms, and edge sealers.