Multi-shouldered fixed bobbin tools for simultaneous friction stir welding of multiple parallel walls between parts
US7198189B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 26, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 26, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K2101/045
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tool for making simultaneously a plurality of parallel friction stir welds includes at least one shank for holding in a chuck or collet of a friction stir welding machine, a plurality of friction stir welding pins, and friction stir welding shoulders including at least four working surfaces adjacent said pins, the shoulders and pins mounted in axial relationship; dimensions of said friction stir welding pins and shanks corresponding to dimensions and spacings of said friction stir welds.
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