Methods of forming and stamping tailor friction stir welded blanks with enhanced edge stretch
US12109646B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2023 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K2103/10
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A stamped part includes a first blank, a second blank, and a weld joining the first blank to the second blank. The weld includes opposing ends. At least one of the opposing ends of the weld is recessed from adjacent edges of the first and second blanks.
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