Apparatus for drying ceramic structures using dielectric energy
US5406058A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 30, 1993 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 30, 2013 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05B2206/046
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention features a process and apparatus for drying ceramic structures in an electromagnetic energy field. The apparatus comprises a cradle or setter for supporting the ceramic structure which is made of a light-weight, tough, temperature-resistant material which does not absorb energy in the radio frequency range, for example, fiberglass reinforced polyester. The setter is also characterized by many apertures to allow passage of air or moisture, and is designed to avoid trapped air volumes.
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