Pour ladle for molten metal
US8327915B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 25, 2011 |
| Grant date | Dec 11, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB22D41/58
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A casting apparatus and a method of forming a casting using the casting apparatus is disclosed, the casting apparatus comprising a ladle having a hollow interior adapted to receive a molten material therein; a nozzle in fluid communication with the hollow interior, the nozzle having a first portion disposed outside of the ladle and a second portion disposed within the hollow interio; an additive feeder in fluid communication with the hollow interior of the ladle; and a gas conduit in fluid communication with the hollow interior of the ladle.
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