Metal tools and implements – making – Blank or process – Drill
Patent
1997-07-30
1999-03-09
Watts, Douglas D.
Metal tools and implements, making
Blank or process
Drill
175417, B21K 502, E21B 1052
Patent
active
058786341
ABSTRACT:
A method for making an earth boring drill bit which includes an outer shell having an external surface adapted to carry cutting elements and a unitary shank and bit core which is fitted into the outer shell. The shell and bit core are threadably engaged with one another or are interferingly engaged. The shell and bit core may be welded, secured with brazing alloys or with high temperature adhesives. In one embodiment, a ridge formed on the shank is received in a groove formed on an interior surface of the shell to prevent relative rotational movement of the shank and shell during drilling. In another embodiment, the shell is formed using matrix infiltration techniques. After the shell is formed, it is heated to braze cutters thereto. While still hot from the brazing process, the shell and shank are fitted together. After cooling the shell contracts to form heat shrink connection between the shell and the shank.
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Baker Hughes Incorporated
Watts Douglas D.
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