High transformation temperature shape memory alloy
US5114504A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 1990 |
| Grant date | May 19, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC22F1/006
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A high temperature titanium-based shaped memory alloy contains from at least 0.1 at. % hafnium. Articles formed from the disclosed alloy have high transformation temperatures. The alloy of the invention can be successfully hot and cold worked to make articles such as springs and wires.
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