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High temperature materials processing furnace

US6361312B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 28, 2000
Grant dateMar 26, 2002
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Expiry dateJun 28, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF27B17/02
  • WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention is directed to an automated materials processing furnace capable of high temperature operation. The furnace is moveable and enables sample insertion into either end and includes a stationary sample affixed to a replaceable tray. The furnace enables the processing of material samples under both terrestrial and microgravity conditions and also provides for the monitoring of process parameters.

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