Flexible mask and means for applying to honeycomb structures
US4576774A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 1984 |
| Grant date | Mar 18, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2004 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24744
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention is directed to means for expediting the fabrication of selectively-manifolded honeycomb structures for use as fluid filter elements. The method comprises the use of flexible masks which are properly aligned to the end faces of a honeycomb structure utilizing vibratory motion in conjunction with a locating wire. By varying the configuration of the masks, it is possible to fabricate a fluid filter element having a center zone which is selectively manifolded and an outer portion wherein at least the ends of the honeycomb structure cells are completely filled.
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