Ion fusion formation
US6680456B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 9, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jan 20, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 6, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K10/027
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An ion fusion formation (IFF) system uses a plasma welding torch to create ions that heat feedstock for application at a deposition point. A plasma welding torch may use argon gas or the like in order to provide extremely hot ions that impact or collide with the feedstock in order to melt it and enabling application of the melted feedstock to a deposition point on a workpiece. By positioning the workpiece, wire feeder, and/or welding torch, parts, devices, or components can be built in almost any three-dimensional shape. Parts can be manufactured in a “just-in-time fashion” with high precision and predictable performance.
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