Directional solidification method and apparatus
US6896030B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 30, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 30, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB22D27/045
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Apparatus and method for DS casting using one or more thermal baffle members positionable at a lower open end of a directional solidification casting furnace by movement of a ram on which a mold to be cast is moved relative to the casting furnace. A unique thermal baffle member can be used for each particular series or run of molds to be cast.
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