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Forming and bonding of glass components for portable electronic devices

US12195379B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 16, 2021
Grant dateJan 14, 2025
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC03B2215/406
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Techniques for making glass components for electronic devices are disclosed. The techniques disclosed herein can be used to modify a glass workpiece to form a three-dimensional glass component, such as a glass cover member. The techniques may involve reshaping the glass workpiece, fusing glass layers of the workpiece, or combinations of these. Glass components and electronic devices including these components are also disclosed.

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