Metal products having improved surface properties and methods of making the same
US12000031B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC22F1/05
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Provided herein are continuously cast aluminum alloy products exhibiting uniform surface characteristics. The aluminum alloy products have a first surface comprising a width, wherein the first surface comprises an average of 50 exudates or less per square centimeter across the width of the first surface. Also provided herein are methods of making aluminum alloy products having improved surface characteristics. Further provided are methods and systems for manufacturing aluminum alloy products, such as sheets, having reduced surface defects.
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