Amalgamation joining methods and apparatuses
US10744718B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 14, 2017 |
| Grant date | Aug 18, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF16B2015/0069
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method or apparatus for joining a first component to a second component with an amalgamation plate includes heating the first component, the second component, the amalgamation plate, or combinations thereof, with either a joining tool or a heating element. The components are attached to the amalgamation plate with the joining tool, such that the first component, amalgamation plate, and the second component are fixedly attached to one another, and the amalgamation plate may be substantially surrounded by the first component and the second component, such that it is hidden from exposure. Portions of the amalgamation plate may be embedded into the components via rotation and/or linear force. A portion of the amalgamation plate may be recessed within the joining tool or an anvil before attaching the amalgamation plate to the either component.
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