Stir forming apparatus and method

Details Stir forming apparatus and method Stir forming apparatus and method

2003-08-12

2008-11-11

Stoner, Kiley (Department: 1793)

Metal fusion bonding

Process

Using dynamic frictional energy

C228S002100

Reexamination Certificate

active

07448528

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method for forming a workpiece to a desired, non-planar configuration are provided. At least one friction stir forming tool, having a shoulder and a pin, is used to urge the workpiece to the desired configuration and friction stir form the workpiece. The forming tool can urge the workpiece against a contour surface of a die or a shoulder that is opposite the structural member from the tool. Thus, the forming tool plasticizes a portion of the workpiece and urges the workpiece to the desired configuration. In addition, the material properties of the workpiece can be improved by the friction stir processing.

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