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Method for induction melting reactive metals and alloys

US4738713A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 4, 1986
Grant dateApr 19, 1988
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Expiry dateDec 4, 2006

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P10/25
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for melting a charge of reactive metals or metal alloys is disclosed in which the charge is induction melted in a segmented crucible in the absence of insulating slag, under a non-reactive environment utilizing an induced alternating current.

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