Process and apparatus for cutting or welding a workpiece
US7049540B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 20, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 23, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26F3/06
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A metal jet cutting system, which includes a jetting heat, a heater and a power source, is used for modifying a workpiece. The jetting head includes a crucible and an inlet for receiving a feed stock of a conductive material. The heater melts the conductive material in the crucible to provide a conductive fluid, which exits the jetting head via an outlet. The power source, which is in electrical communication with the conductive fluid, increases the temperature of the conductive fluid. The conductive fluid is applied to the workpiece to modify the workpiece.
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