Patent · US Expired

Wear protection on a rock bit

US6564884B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 31, 2001
Grant dateMay 20, 2003
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Expiry dateJun 4, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T408/81
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

Using inserts which are welded in place allows the use of hardfacing in the immediate vicinity of the inserts. Areas of high wear, such as cutting structures and gage areas, can use a combination of ultra-hard inserts with hardfacing for protection against wear. The inserts slows wear, while the hardfacing prevents erosion around the inserts.

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