Multi-alloy vertical semi-continuous casting method
US8985190B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB22D11/007
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to a method for the vertical semi-continuous direct chill casting of composite billets or plates comprising at least two layers of aluminum alloys, using a separator which is in contact with the solidification front and which provides a seal between the two alloys during casting, said separator being vibrated while it is in contact with the solidification front, so that the separator is not frozen in and entrained by the solid metal. The invention also relates to a device that can be used to carry out said method.
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