Metal matrix composite structure and method
US6884522B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 17, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24942
- WIPO fieldSemiconductors
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Compound preforms are provided having a first region, including a porous ceramic and a second region including a porous or solid ceramic in which the two regions differ in composition. The compound preform is infiltrated with a liquid metal which is then solidified to form a metal matrix composite.
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