Friction welding method and products made using the same
US7823763B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 29, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2305/12
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method including providing a first portion including one of an annular portion or a hub portion; rotating a second portion including the other of the hub portion or the annular portion; and pressing the second portion against the first portion such that friction between the hub portion and the annular portion causes a weld joint to be created; and wherein the annular portion may or may not include a frictional damping means, which may include an insert.
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