Reinforced aluminum metal composite carrier
US6623867B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 13, 2001 |
| Grant date | Sep 23, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 1, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/12764
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention is generally directed towards a carrier of a motor vehicle. The carrier is formed of a first portion and the second portion. The first portion is made of aluminum having ceramic particles reinforcing the aluminum matrix. The second portion is made of unreinforced aluminum metal or metal alloy. Preferably the second portion is present in form of discrete pockets in the first portion and is adapted to be machined or welded.
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