Steam-blocking cooling systems that help facilitate directional solidification
US10105756B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 2, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 23, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 27, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B10/52
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An example cooling system for a mold assembly includes a quench plate that defines one or more discharge ports and one or more recuperation ports. A fluid is circulated from the one or more discharge ports to the one or more recuperation ports to cool the mold assembly. A blocking ring is positioned on the quench plate and defines a central aperture for receiving a bottom of the mold assembly. An insulation enclosure having an interior for receiving the mold assembly is positioned on the blocking ring. The blocking ring prevents vapor generated by the fluid contacting the bottom of the mold assembly from migrating into the interior of the insulation enclosure.
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