Solid state deposition for cosmetic enhancement of anodized friction stir processed parts
US9611562B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Apr 4, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC25D11/04
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The described embodiments relate generally to methods to enhance cosmetic surfaces of friction stir processed parts. More specifically a method for applying cold spray over a weld line generated by the friction stir processing is disclosed. Methods are also disclosed for blending the cold spray applied over the weld line in with a cosmetic surface portion of friction stir processed parts. In some embodiments cold spray can be used to on its own to create a cosmetic join between various parts.
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