Method, computer software code, and system for restoration of master and articulating rods
US7373916B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 29, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 29, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/2162
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for restoring a length of at least one of a master rod and an articulating rod, the method including determining a length of the rod, if the rod is within an acceptable length, cleaning the rod, applying a masking material to a part of the rod to be protected, grit blasting the part of the rod not protected by the masking material, and applying a thermal spray to the part of the rod not protected by the masking material to increase the length of the rod.
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