Metal fusion bonding – Process – Diffusion type
Reexamination Certificate
2004-10-22
2009-02-03
Kerns, Kevin P (Department: 1793)
Metal fusion bonding
Process
Diffusion type
C228S128000, C228S119000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07484651
ABSTRACT:
Accordingly, the present invention provides a method for joining metallic members, which can be used to join component sub-assemblies. Further, the present invention provides a method for repairing a component by replacing a damaged portion and re-inserting a replacement section. In general, the present invention provides in one embodiment a method for joining metallic members comprising: preparing a surface of a first metallic member, thereby providing an oxide-free surface; preparing a surface of a second metallic member, thereby providing an oxide-free surface; applying pressure to the first and second metallic members, thereby forcing the surface of the first metallic member and the surface of the second metallic member together and forming a joint area; sealing an outer edge of the joint area; and subjecting the members to a hot isostatic process operation.
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Frederick Gregory J.
Gandy David Wayne
McGehee Andrew
Peterson, Jr. Artie Gene
Aboagye Michael
Electric Power Research Institute Inc.
Kerns Kevin P
Kilpatrick & Stockton LLP
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