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Method of refining glass and product obtained

US8168552B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 9, 2006
Grant dateMay 1, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 22, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC03C1/02
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The subject of the invention is a method of refining glass for which the temperature (T log 2) corresponding to a viscosity of 100 poise (10 Pa·s) is greater than or equal to 1480° C., characterized in that sulfides are used as a refining agent. It also relates to the glass article capable of being obtained by this method.

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