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Stacked rotary acoustic horn

US5645681A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJul 5, 1996
Grant dateJul 8, 1997
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Expiry dateJul 5, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C66/1122
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A rotary acoustic horn imparts energy at a selected wavelength, frequency, and amplitude. The horn includes a base portion and a plurality of weld faces. Each weld face has a diameter that expands and contracts with the application of ultrasonic energy. The weld faces are spaced from each other and are mounted in one of series and parallel with each other.

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