Power source and method for induction heating of articles
US5672290A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 1995 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05B2206/023
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A power source for induction heating of articles containing ferromagnetic particles. An arrangement including the article is exposed to an electromagnetic field at a first power level for a first predetermined period of time and, subsequently to an electromagnetic field at a second power level for a second predetermined period of time. In comparison to conventional power sources, the article may be exposed to an electromagnetic field for a longer period of time without damage.
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