Continuous casting of discrete shapes
US5103892A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 17, 1991 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB22D11/0605
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Continuous casting of discrete solid shapes from a molten material using modified continuous casting machines and processes are disclosed. In a conventional twin belt continuous caster, for example, forming means such as dividers are employed on the upper belt to define a mold cavity in the casting region of the machine. Different size and shape forming means may be used to provide a variety of cast products.
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