Method of applying one or more electromagnetic beams to form...

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2004-10-27

2010-10-26

Heinrich, Samuel M (Department: 3742)

Electric heating

Metal heating

By arc

C219S121760

Reexamination Certificate

active

07820937

ABSTRACT:
A process and apparatus is provided for forming a fusion bond between two materials. The process begins by forming a bond site by positioning a portion of a first body with respect to a portion of a second body. The first and second bodies may be components of a medical device such as a catheter, for example. At least one collimated beam of electromagnetic energy is generated and directed onto portions of the first and second bodies within the bond site so that at least one fusion zone having an increased temperature is formed.

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