Method of peening an obstructed region of a metal assembly
US11486021B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 3, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E30/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for peening an obstructed region of a metal assembly that is obstructed by an obstructing part of the metal assembly is provided. The method includes determining an optimal peening path for treating the obstructed region irrespective of the obstructing part; identifying a portion of the obstructing part within the optimal peening path; determining a section of the portion of the obstructing part that is removable without affecting a mechanical integrity and functionality of the obstructing part; removing, by machining, the section so as to create additional space along the optimal peening path; and peening the obstructed region, a path of the peening at least partially crossing through the additional space. A method for peening a nuclear reactor pressure vessel is also provided.
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