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Induction heating in low oxygen-containing atmosphere

US5554836A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 1994
Grant dateSep 10, 1996
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P10/25
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and method of induction heating wherein the heating operation is conducted in a low oxygen-containing atmosphere by the introduction of an inert gas alone or in combination with an oxygen-reacting gas through the ends of the induction coil housing or through removable covers enclosing the spaces between spaced apart housings.

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