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Method and apparatus for laser welding with plasma suppression

US7241965B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 9, 2003
Grant dateJul 10, 2007
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Expiry dateJun 9, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K26/702
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Laser welding apparatus, in which a laser beam is impinged upon a component to be welded at a laser beam impingement point, wherein a plasma suppressor is arranged to impinge a jet of gas on the component at an angle to its surface, flowing towards the laser beam impingement point.

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