Method of material property modification with ultrasonic energy
US6562166B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 11, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 20, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2313/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method of achieving a workpiece material property change using a horn with a set of activation teeth as a source of ultrasonic energy and an anvil with a second set of activation teeth. The workpiece is engaged in tension between the two sets of activation teeth.
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