Out-of-position friction stir welding of high melting temperature alloys
US7270257B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 11, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23K2103/05
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for performing friction stir welding of non-planar materials having high melting temperatures, wherein a process is provided for performing longitudinal and radial welds on objects such as pipes, flanges, tanks, and shrouds, and wherein an active or passive mandrel provides support for the friction stir welding process.
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