Highly formable automotive aluminum sheet with reduced or no surface roping and a method of preparation
US9828652B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 2016 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC22F1/05
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed are novel processes to increase productivity on a continuous anneal and solution heat treatment line for heat-treatable automotive aluminum sheet products with high T4 and after-paint bake strengths and reduced roping. As a non-limiting example, the processes described herein can be used in the automotive industry. The disclosed heat treatable alloys and processes also may be applicable to the marine, aerospace, and transportation industries.
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