High temperature support apparatus and method of use for casting materials
US8951345B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 26, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 2, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T117/1064
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention relates to a system and a method of use for large ceramic member support and manipulation at elevated temperatures in non-oxidizing atmospheres, such as using carbon-carbon composite materials for producing high purity silicon in the manufacture of solar modules. The high temperature apparatus of this invention includes one or more support ribs, one or more cross braces in combination with the one or more support ribs, and a shaped support liner positionable upon the one or more support ribs and the one or more cross braces.
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