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Ti-Ni-Nb alloy device

US9205178B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 2006
Grant dateDec 8, 2015
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2400/16
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A Ti—Ni—Nb alloy device is provided which is a shape memory device excellent in response characteristics. The Ti—Ni—Nb alloy device is made of a Ti—Ni—Nb alloy which finishes transformation at a temperature lower than 10° C. after start of reverse transformation.

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