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Strip forming apparatus for rapid solidification

US5345993A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 7, 1993
Grant dateSep 13, 1994
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Expiry dateSep 7, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB22D11/0651
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Molten metal dispensed upon the surface of an adjacent rotating drum produces a ribbon of solidified metal which separates from the drum while the drum is rotating. To prevent ripples from forming in the surface of the ribbon, a casting surface on the periphery of the rotating drum includes structure to minimize the ratio of transverse heat flow rate from the casting surface to radial heat flow rate.

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