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Friction stir welding tool

US10016838B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 10, 2017
Grant dateJul 10, 2018
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Expiry dateMar 10, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K20/1255
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A friction stir welding tool attachable to a spindle of a machine tool includes: a shank connected to the spindle; a chuck connected to the shank through a heat insulating portion; a welding tool connected to the chuck and usable for friction stir welding; and a cooling jacket provided on a circumferential surface of the chuck. The cooling jacket is provided with a refrigerant path for delivering a refrigerant.

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