Pre-processing techniques to produce complex edges using a glass slumping process
US8549882B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 30, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 8, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC03B2225/02
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus, systems and methods for forming complex edges on a glass member through the use of a glass slumping process are disclosed. According to one aspect of the invention, a method of forming a complex edge in a glass forming process includes grinding an edge of a glass member and polishing the edge of the glass member. Grinding the edge of the glass member causes the edge of the glass member to have a first level of complexity. The method also includes performing a slumping process on the glass member. Performing the slumping process causes the edge of the glass member to have a second level of complexity that is more complex than the first level of complexity.
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