Friction stir welding using a PCBN-based tool
US12246391B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 5, 2023 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2043 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K20/22
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This disclosure relates to a friction stir welding tool insert comprising a polycrystalline cubic boron nitride, PCBN, composite material with a textured surface layer. The textured surface layer comprises a pre-defined repeating pattern.
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