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Reinforcement ring for carrier head

US9381613B2 · kind B2 · utility

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19Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 24, 2014
Grant dateJul 5, 2016
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Expiry dateJun 29, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24B41/061
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A reinforcement ring is for placement in a carrier head to abut an inner surface of a perimeter portion of a flexible membrane. The reinforcement ring includes a substantially vertical cylindrical portion, a first flange projecting inwardly from the bottom of the cylindrical portion, and a second flange projecting outwardly from a bottom of the cylindrical portion. The second flange projects downwardly at a non-zero angle from vertical.

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