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Method and apparatus for heat treating

US5306359A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 6, 1993
Grant dateApr 26, 1994
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Expiry dateMay 6, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF27B9/066
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for heat treating an aluminum part is provided. The method includes heat treating the aluminum alloy part with direct radiation from a source of infrared energy until the part attains a desired state of heat treatment. The method and apparatus further include monitoring of the part and controlling the intensity of the radiation source through proportional control in response to the measured temperature.

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