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УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ РЕГИСТРАЦИИ ПАРАМЕТРОВ СЖАТИЯ ГАЗА СХОДЯЩИМСЯ ПОЛУСФЕРИЧЕСКИМ ЛАЙНЕРОМ

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УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ИМПУЛЬСНОГО СЖАТИЯ ГАЗОВ

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СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ АЛМАЗОВ И АЛМАЗОПОДОБНЫХ ВЕЩЕСТВ

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СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ АЛМАЗОВ

Сущность изобретения: адиабатическое сжатие смеси двух грамм-молекул ацетилена с одной грамм-молекулой углекислого газа с катализатором магнием и окисью магния в резиновой емкости, обмазанной изнутри "жидким" стеклом. В результате химической реакции смесь нагреется до 1530oС, а давление повышается до 1000 ат. Газообразный углерод десублимируется в монокристалл с выделением энергии, полученной при сублимации 5 грамм-атомов углерода. Кристалл алмаза прозрачен для любого излучения и не может поглотить световую энергию, нагреться и превратиться в графит. Таким образом, кристалл преодолевает энергетический барьер графитизации и остается алмазом. Положительный эффект: за один цикл получают монокристалл алмаза "чистой воды" до трехсот карат (60 грамм) и более.

УСТРОЙСТВО СФЕРИЧЕСКОЙ ФОРМЫ ДЛЯ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЯ СЖИМАЕМОСТИ ГАЗОВ В ОБЛАСТИ МЕГАБАРНЫХ ДАВЛЕНИЙ

Изобретение относится к области исследований квазиизэнтропической сжимаемости газов в мегабарной области давлений. Раскрыто устройство сферической формы для исследования сжимаемости газов в области мегабарных давлений, содержащее заряд взрывчатого вещества, охватывающий двухкаскадную металлическую камеру с полостями для напуска газа посредством коаксиального трубопровода, проходящего через заряд и камеру, каждый каскад которой включает две соединенные между собой полуоболочки, при этом двухкаскадная камера содержит внутреннюю оболочку из сплава вольфрама, которая имеет меньшую толщину, чем наружная, и окружена демпфирующей оболочкой из капролона, которая одновременно является крепежным элементом внутреннего каскада в полости внешнего каскада, при этом полуоболочки каскадов соединены между собой посредством лазерной сварки в вакууме. Изобретение обеспечивает расширение функциональных возможностей устройства для исследования сжимаемости газов путем расширения диапазона термодинамического ...

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СПОСОБ УТИЛИЗАЦИИ БОЕПРИПАСОВ

Использование: утилизация боеприпасов с получением технических (кластерных) алмазов и отходов металлов в виде осколков боеприпасов. Сущность изобретения: при подрыве по меньшей мере одного боеприпаса или его части в резервуаре, заполненном жидкой средой, акустическая жесткость которой ниже акустической жесткости стенок резервуара, получают алмазосодержащую шихту и металлические осколки боеприпасов, пригодные для дальнейшей переработки. Способ позволяет повысить производительность до уровня массового промышленного процесса, обеспечивает взрывобезопасность, технологичность и экологическую безопасность. 6 з.п.ф-лы, 1 ил.

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Изобретение относится к области неорганической химии углерода, конкретно к ультрадисперсным углеродным материалам, и может быть использовано для получения новых композиционных материалов, в частности кристаллического карбина. Устройство для синтеза кристаллического карбина содержит вертикально смонтированные и последовательно расположенные основание, корпус с камерой, в которой размещена ампула сохранения с графитом, ударник в виде металлического диска и заряд взрывчатого вещества. Над взрывчатым веществом размещен генератор плоской ударной волны, составляющий с взрывчатым веществом пиротехнический заряд, под взрывчатым веществом установлено направляющее стальное кольцо, в полости которого размещен ударник из алюминия, расположенный над корпусом, стальная ампула сохранения включает основание и крышку, скрепленные между собой резьбовым соединением, при этом во внутреннем объеме ампулы размещен вкладыш в виде стального диска с цилиндрическим углублением в центральной части и установленным ...

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Способ уничтожения токсичных химических веществ используется для уничтожения токсичных химических веществ, материалов и отходов. Предлагаемое изобретение предусматривает использование энергии взрыва взрывчатых веществ для термического разложения в сильной ударной волне уничтожаемых материалов, в том числе за счет отбора энергии взрыва летящим ударником и ее передачи уничтожаемым материалам в процессе столкновения ударника и уничтожаемых материалов с последующим образованием химически устойчивых, безвредных соединений, в том числе с захоронением их под землей. Уровни нагружения уничтожаемых материалов обеспечивают универсальность способа для широкого круга химических материалов. Изобретение обеспечивает эффективное и надежное уничтожение токсичных химических веществ, универсальность процесса для различных видов веществ, возможность организации процесса уничтожения вблизи мест складирования или захоронения.

СПОСОБ СИНТЕЗА ВЕЩЕСТВА В "КИМБЕРЛИТОВОЙ ТРУБКЕ"

... 1 Способ синтеза вещества в "кимберлитовой трубке", включающий нагрев вещества за счет экзотермической реакции, обработку его ударным давлением и охлаждение на отдельной подложке, отличающийся тем, что охлаждение вещества производится в замкнутом по сечению канале при многократном ударном сжатии. 2. Способ по п. 1, отличается тем, что подложка может иметь сужающийся канал и дополнительно сжимать вещество, за счет ударной волны, загоняющей подложку в конус оправки.

СПОСОБ И УСТРОЙСТВО СИНТЕЗА АЛМАЗОВ

Способ и устройство синтеза алмазов относятся к технологии получения синтетических алмазов. Цель изобретения - получение кристаллов алмаза в сотни каратов. Способ получения кристалла заключается в наращивании затравочного кристалла малых размеров путем сжатия графита, окружающего затравочный кристалл, импульсы давления, создаваемым лазерным излучением, в области дозародышевого состояния при высоком давлении (около 40 ГПа). Устройство синтеза алмазов состоит из камеры синтеза, заготовки, лазерного устройства, пульта управления им. Заготовка (мишень) представляет собой куб прессованного графита, покрытый слоем волокнистого композита. В центре каждой грани на наружной стороне слоя предусмотрен конический выступ, который при падении на него лазерного излучения повышает степень сжатия (давления) на графит.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ДЕТОНАЦИОННОГО СИНТЕЗА АЛМАЗА

... 1. Устройство для детонационного синтеза алмаза, содержащее взрывозащитную камеру для удержания продуктов взрыва ВВ, в которой выполнена по меньшей мере одна горловина загрузки и выгрузки, снабженная крышкой с элементами запирания и герметизации, отличающееся тем, что горловина камеры имеет круглое проходное отверстие, на внутренней поверхности горловины, обращенной к боковой поверхности крышки, выполнена фиксирующая кольцевая проточка, нижняя стенка которой ориентирована горизонтально и служит опорой для элемента запирания, а верхняя стенка выполнена скошенной относительно нижней стенки, по периферии крышки равномерно по окружности размещены по меньшей мере три запорных клиновых элемента, крышка выполнена из двух соосно размещенных и составляющих единое целое цилиндров, в полости цилиндра меньшего диаметра, размещенного снаружи, установлен механизм гидропривода клиновых элементов, которые поджаты периферийной частью верхнего торца второго цилиндра крышки и опорной стенкой кольцевой проточки ...

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ РЕГИСТРАЦИИ ПРОФИЛЕЙ СКОРОСТИ СВОБОДНОЙ ПОВЕРХНОСТИ ПРИ ПОВЫШЕННЫХ ТЕМПЕРАТУРАХ

Устройство для регистрации профилей скорости свободной поверхности при повышенных температурах, характеризующееся тем, что включает в себя основание, на котором расположен плоской формы образец материала, ударник для формирования ударной волны в образце в виде алюминиевого диска, который установлен на расстоянии над основанием с образцом, генератор плоской ударной волны для разгона ударника, состоящий из заряда ВВ с парафиновой вкладкой, инициируемый от детонатора, при этом устройство снабжено нагревателем с плавной регулировкой температуры разогрева спирали, заключенной в керамический корпус, и который через тонкую металлическую пластинку прижат к поверхности образца, и термопарой, располагаемой между ними, при этом керамический корпус нагревателя выполнен с центральным отверстием для пропуска зондирующего луча лазера интерферометрического измерителя скорости.

СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ АЛМАЗОВ

Способ получения алмазов, включающий прессование графитного порошка в капсуле пресс-формы с помощью взрыва заряда ВВ, отличающийся тем, что параметры процесса прессования рассчитывают по формулам, а прессование производят пунсоном, который зачеканивают в капсуле ударником, причем применяют следующие расчетные формулы: где F - сила удара ударника, Н; D - диаметр пуансона, м; S - площадь торца пуансона, м2; Н - высота беспористой порошковой графитной заготовки перед переходом ее в алмаз, м; σ - напряжение сжатия графита при его переходе в алмаз, Па; S1 - площадь торца ударника, м2; σ1 - напряжение смятия материала капсулы, Па; h - глубина смятия капсулы торцем ударника, м; K - коэффициент учета формы торца ударника; T - температура при переходе графита в алмаз,oК; γ - плотность графита, кг/м3; C - удельная теплоемкость графита при заданной температуре, Дж/(кг•oК); f - коэффициент трения графита по стали; Q - затрата энергии при переходе графитной заготовки в алмаз, Дж.

УСТРОЙСТВО СФЕРИЧЕСКОЙ ФОРМЫ ДЛЯ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЯ СЖИМАЕМОСТИ ГАЗОВ В ОБЛАСТИ СВЕРХВЫСОКИХ ДАВЛЕНИЙ

... 1. Устройство сферической формы для исследования сжимаемости газов в области сверхвысоких давлений, содержащее заряд взрывчатого вещества, охватывающий металлическую оболочку с полостью для напуска газа посредством трубопровода, проходящего через указанные заряд и оболочку, отличающееся тем, что со стороны полости трубопровод выполнен расходящимся под заданным углом к оси трубопровода с образованием в оболочке отверстий, вдоль трубопровода установлен металлический стержень.2. Устройство по п. 1, отличающееся тем, что внутри металлического стержня установлена термопара.

СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ СВЕРХТВЕРДОГО КОМПАКТНОГО МАТЕРИАЛА

Изобретение относится к области получения сверхтвердого компактного материала на основе алмаза и/или алмазоподобных модификаций нитрида бора и позволяет получать компакты с высокими эксплуатационными характеристиками. Сущность: предварительно уплотненную смесь порошков сверхтвердого материала с 3-90 об.% одного из металлов группы железа в виде ультрадисперсного монокристаллического порошка помещают в устройство сверхвысокого давления и воздействуют на него ударной волной с амплитудой на фронте 1-25 ГПа.

Химический реактор сжатия свободного поршневого типа

ХИМИЧЕСКИЙ РЕАКТОР СЖАТИЯ СВОБОДНО ПОРШНЕВОГО ТИПА, включающий укрепленный на основании корпус,имеющий цилиндрическую реакщюнную камеру с размещенным внутри нее свободным поршнем двухстороннего действия не выполненными в ней отверстиями для ввода сырья и вывода продуктов, отличающийся тем, что,с целью повышения производительности реактора и селективности процесса по продукту. реакционная камера установлена вертикально , а отверстия для ввода сырья расположены на расстоянии .2,5d от отверстий для вывода продуктов из той же рабочей .полости камеры, где f - расстояние между отверстиями для ввода сырья и вывода продуктов из той же рабочей полости, d - диаметр камеры. 2.Реактор по п,1, о т л и ч а ющ и и с я тем, что отверстия для вывода продуктов снабжены управляемыми клапанами. 3.Реактор попп.1, 2, отличающийся тем, что отверстия для ввода сырья выполнены в торце реакционной камеры и расположены сим (Л метрично относительно оси камеры, 4.Реактор по пп,1, 2, отличающийся тем, что отверстия ...

Устройство для создания высокого давления

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ СОЗДАНИЯ ВЫСОКОГО ДАВЛЕНИЯ, содержащее пуансоны, состоящие из рабочей и опорных частей , и установленный между ними контейнер из упругопластичного материала для размещения обрабатываемого образца , отличающееся тем. что, с целью повыйения давления, рабочие и опорные части пуансонов установлены на расстоянии один от другой перпендикулярно оси приложения давления, на обращенных друг к другу торцах рабочих и опорных частей выполнены кольцевые канавки, рабочая часть пуансона снабжена цент-: ральной вставкой из сверхтвердого материала и коаксиально с ней установленной цилиндрической прокладкой из пластичного материала, устройство дополнительно снабжено кольцевой йрокладкой из упругопластичного материала , установленной между торцами рабочей и опорной частей пуансонов, пьезоэлектрическим элементом и зарядом взрывчатого вещества, установленными коаксиально в полости кольцевой прокладки.

Устройство для исследования кинетики химических реакций

Способ управления химическим реактором сжатия

Separating radionuclides from contaminated material, comprises e.g. introducing material into container having liquid and first and second electrode, and crushing material and accumulating radionuclides in liquid by generating voltage pulse

Separating radionuclides from contaminated material, comprises (a) introducing the contaminated material into a container, which contains a liquid, and exhibits at least one first and a second electrode, (b) generating at least one voltage pulse between the electrodes such that the contaminated material is crushed and the radionuclides are accumulated in the liquid, and (c) separating the liquid.

EXPLOSIONSKAMMER ZUR WERKSTOFFBEARBEITUNG DURCH EXPLOSIONSVERFAHREN

Verfahren zur Durchfuehrung exothermer chemischer Reaktionen zwischen gasfoermigen Reaktionsteilnehmern unter Gewinnung mechanischer Energie

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING CRYSTALLINE MATERIALS IN PARTI CULAR DIAMONDS

... 1333297 Diamonds NATIONAL AERONAUTICS & SPACE ADMINISTRATION 18 Jan 1971 [16 Jan 1970] 2242/71 Heading C1A [Also in Division B1] Diamonds are formed by confining graphite in a pocket 28 of an anvil 30, and then directing a pressure front into -the graphite by positioning an exponentially tapering horn 23 so that the small end of the horn is in contact with the graphite and electrically generating a shock wave of sufficient intensity, e.g. by magnetic hammer 10 in the large end of the horn, which shock wave is velocity amplified and concentrated so that substantially all the energy of the wave arrives almost simultaneously at the small end of the horn in contact with the graphite, and this energy is transferred to the graphite, and compresses and heats it to a level sufficient to form diamond. Preferably an initial less intense shock may be generated at the large end of the horn so as to settle and pack the graphite in the pocket. The individual integers of the apparatus are supported as ...

WINDOW INSULATION SYSTEM

Electrohydraulic sterilization apparatus

Liquids are treated or are the medium for treatment by a predetermined number of electrohydraulic shock discharges which sterilizes the liquid or the contents thereof. The number of arc discharges are counted and a sensing means may automatically control the shocks to a predetermined number. Apparatus is described for treatment chambers for continuous or batch processes.

PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR ENDOTHERMIC REACTIONS

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF DIAMOND AND/OR CRYSTALLINE DIAMANTAEHNLICHEN MODIFICATIONS OF BORON NITRIDE

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF BORON NITRIDE PARTICLES WITH HIGH DENSITY

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF HIGHEST ENERGY FLOWS.

Explosive body for nanodiamond synthesis

METHOD FOR PRODUCING DIAMOND-CONTAINING SYNTHETIC MATERIALS

Nanometric-sized ceramic materials, process for their synthesis and uses thereof

BLADED REACTOR FOR THE PYROLYSIS OF HYDROCARBONS

A bladed reactor for the pyrolysis of hydrocarbons comprises a rotor with working blades (3) that form an axial bladed cascade, a fixed toroidal collar (10) that adjoins the ends of said blades, and a housing (5) that surrounds the collar and the periphery of the rotor in such a manner that a passage with an annular meridional section is formed. One or more barriers are mounted in the passage, an inlet orifice (18) being arranged after each barrier and an outlet orifice (19) being arranged in front of each barrier. Nozzle blades (20) forming a nozzle cascade are mounted on the inlet side of the rotor cascade, and diffuser blades (21) forming a diffuser cascade are mounted on the outlet side of the rotor cascade. There is a space (22) without blades between the outlet of the diffuser cascade and the inlet of the nozzle cascade. The group of nozzle blades arranged directly after each barrier can be separated off from the remaining nozzle blades by a diaphragm such that a channel is formed ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR IN SITU GAS-PHASE PREPARATION AND PREDETERMINED DEFLAGRATION OF NITROCELLULOSE

An apparatus and method for in situ gas-phase formation and deflagration of nitrocellulose. A nitrating agent such as nitric acid and cellulose are delivered separately to a reaction chamber, where a brief heating pulse initiates nitration of the cellulose and deflagration of the nitrocellulose thus produced. Discharge of the high-pressure gases produced by the deflagration from the reaction chamber can then be used to drive an actuator, turbine, etc.

HETEROATOM-DOPED NANODIAMOND

The present invention provides a heteroatom-doped nanodiamond, which has been doped with at least one species of heteroatom and meets the requirements of (i) and/or (ii): (i) The BET specific surface area is 20 to 900 m2/g. (ii) The primary particle mean size is 2 to 70 nm.

METHOD OF SHOCKING SOLID MATERIALS

LARGE BORON NITRIDE ABRASIVE PARTICLES

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING DIAMONDS

Verfahren zur Ausnutzung der bei der Oxydation von Metalloidwasserstoffverbindungen zu Säuren frei werdenden Energie.

Verfahren zur Ausführung von chemischen Reaktionen im Innern von Kolbenmaschinen.

Verfahren zur Ausführung chemischer Reaktionen im Innern von Kolbenmaschinen.

Vorrichtung zum Einführen von Stoffen in eine Wechseldruckkammer.

Procédé pour produire, dans un milieu gazeux, une réaction chimique, et machine pour la mise en oeuvre de ce procédé.

Machine à deux temps pour produire, dans un milieu gazeux, une réaction chimique par compression adiabatique suivie d'une expansion adiabatique.

Betätigungsvorrichtung

Verfahren und Einrichtung zur Ausnützung der Abwärme von exothermen chemischen Reaktionen und Anwendung dieses Verfahrens

Verfahren zur selektiven Oxydation von nicht-diamantartigem Kohlenstoff in Mischung mit Diamant

Betätigungsvorrichtung

Verfahren zur Synthese von Diamant

Verfahren zur Herstellung von Diamanten aus einer anderen Form von Kohlenstoff

Verfahren zur Herstellung von Diamant aus Graphit

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zum Einwirkenlassen hoher Momentandrucke

Chemical free-piston compression reactor

Process for preparing high-density large boron nitride abrasive particles

Process for preparing diamond and/or diamond-like modifications of boron nitride

Process for preparing diamond and/or diamond-like modifications of boron nitride from the material to be converted, the carbon and/or the boron nitride, utilising the explosion energy, the explosion energy being utilised by detonating a charge which contains an explosive and the material to be converted. ...

Procedure for the manipulation of intake valves of a chemical Druckreaktors and mechanism for the execution of this procedure

CONTINUOUS METHOD OF SYNTHESIS OF NANOMATERIALS BY SIMULTANEOUS EMULSIFYING AND DETONATION EMULSION

METHOD OF PYROLYSIS AND REACTOR FOR ITS REALIZATION

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ВЗРЫВНОГО ОБЖАТИЯ МАТЕРИАЛОВ

Изобретение относится к области взрывной обработки материалов и может использоваться для прессования порошков, получения новых материалов с уникальными свойствами, возбуждения в материалах различных реакций с выделением дополнительной энергии, исследования свойств веществ под действием высокого давления. В устройстве для взрывного обжатия материалов, содержащем цилиндрический заряд ВВ, в центре которого аксиально размещен блок обжимаемого материала, с наружной боковой поверхности с зазором установлен металлический лайнер, снабженный листовым метательным зарядом и торцевой детонационной разводкой, введена вторая аналогичная торцевая детонационная разводка, а металлический лайнер выполнен с возможностью обеспечения фазовой скорости возбуждения детонации вдоль боковой поверхности цилиндрического заряда ВВ U=(1,3-1,6)D, где D - скорость детонации заряда. Выполнение устройства по предлагаемому техническому решению позволяет нагружать блок обжимаемого материала предельно высоким давлением со ...

СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ НАНОРАЗМЕРНЫХ КЕРАМИЧЕСКИХ МАТЕРИАЛОВ

Изобретение относится к наноразмерным керамическим материалам в форме множественных кристаллических структур, композитов или твердых растворов, способу их получения и их применению. Эти материалы преимущественно получают взрывом двух эмульсий "вода в масле" (В/М), одну из которых готовят с прекурсорами для обеспечения режима взрыва с температурой менее 2000°C, и они проявляют высокую химическую и кристаллическую однородность фазы, индивидуально для каждой частицы, так же как и ряд дополнительных свойств, регулируемых с учетом конечных применений, таких как гомогенное распределение первичных частиц, очень высокий уровень химической чистоты, размер кристаллита менее 50 нм, площади поверхности на единицу массы между 25 и 500 м2/г и истинные значения плотности частиц более 98 % от теоретической плотности. Этот набор характеристик делает эти материалы пригодными, в частности, для широкого диапазона применений в области нанотехнологий, таких как, например, нанопокрытия, магнитные наножидкости ...

СИСТЕМЫ РЕАКТОРОВ НА ОСНОВЕ СВЕРХЗВУКОВОЙ УДАРНОЙ ВОЛНЫ И СПОСОБЫ СИНТЕЗИРОВАНИЯ ОЛЕФИН-УГЛЕВОДОРОДНЫХ ГАЗОВ

В описании раскрыты устройства и связанные с ними способы получения олефинов из насыщенных углеводородов. В одном варианте осуществления транспортирующий газ вводится в форсуночную часть для сырья со сверхзвуковой скоростью. В поток транспортирующего газа вводится исходный газ посредством форсунок для сырья, смещенных друг от друга в направлении вдоль потока. Форсунки для сырья вверху по потоку предназначены для впрыска исходного газа, для создания струй, повышающих глубину проникновения исходного газа и снижающих потери давления внизу по потоку форсунок для сырья. Исходный газ может быть регенеративно предварительно нагрет путем охлаждения сужающегося-расширяющегося сопла. Вода, водяной пар и/или газообразный водород могут быть введены в устройство для охлаждения критического сечения сужающегося-расширяющегося сопла.

NANO-SIZED CERAMIC MATERIALS, PRODUCTION METHOD AND APPLICATION

ЛОПАТОЧНЫЙ РЕАКТОР ДЛЯ ПИРОЛИЗА УГЛЕВОДОРОДОВ

Лопаточный реактор для пиролиза углеводородов содержит ротор с рабочими лопатками (3), образующими осевую лопаточную решетку, неподвижный торообразный обруч (10), примыкающий к концам этих лопаток, и корпус (5), охватывающий обруч и периферию ротора так, что образуется проход, имеющий в меридиональном сечении форму кольца. В проходе установлена одна или несколько перегородок, после каждой перегородки расположена входная горловина (18), а перед ней расположена выходная горловина (19). Со стороны входа в решетку ротора установлены сопловые лопатки (20), образующие сопловую решетку, а со стороны выхода из решетки ротора установлены диффузорные лопатки (21), образующие диффузорную решетку. Между выходом диффузорной решетки и входом сопловой решетки существует безлопаточное пространство (22). Группа сопловых лопаток, расположенных непосредственно после каждой перегородки, может быть отделена от остальных сопловых лопаток переборкой так, чтобы образовался канал, соединяющий соответствующую входную ...

СПОСІБ ПРИГОТУВАННЯ АНОДНОЇ МАСИ МЕТОДОМ ЗМІШУВАННЯ

В способі приготування анодної маси методом змішування використовують привод електродвигуна. Тривалість процесу змішування визначають по зміні механічного навантаження на валу електродвигуна, контрольованого тензодатчиком, встановленим під станиною електродвигуна. Через задані інтервали часу вимірюване навантаження порівнюють з попереднім заміряним навантаженням і, по досягненні рівності, визначають закінчення процесу змішування.

ПИРОЛИТИЧЕСКИЙ РЕАКТОР И СПОСОБ ЕГО ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ

Описаны способы и устройства для получения алкинов. Способ включает сгорание топлива и окислителя в зоне сгорания с образованием потока несущего газа, который ускоряется до сверхзвуковой скорости в зоне расширения. Сырьевой материал инжектируют в зону инжекции сырья с помощью двух или более множеств инжекционных форсунок. Инжекционные форсунки расположены кольцеобразно. Поток несущего газа переходит от сверхзвуковой скорости к дозвуковой скорости с образованием ударной волны в реакционной зоне. Реакционная зона непосредственно соединена с зоной инжекции сырья, и ударная волна образуется рядом с зоной инжекции сырья. Поток несущего газа и сырьевой материал одновременно смешиваются и вступают в реакцию.

ЛОПАТОЧНЫЙ РЕАКТОР ДЛЯ ПИРОЛИЗА УГЛЕВОДОРОДОВ

В изобретении лопаточный реактор для пиролиза углеводородов содержит ротор с рабочими лопатками (3), образующими осевую лопаточную решетку, неподвижный торообразный обруч (10), примыкающий к концам этих лопаток, и корпус (5), охватывающий обруч и периферию ротора так, что образуется проход, имеющий в меридиональном сечении форму кольца. В проходе установлена одна или несколько перегородок, после каждой перегородки расположена входная горловина (18), а перед ней расположена выходная горловина (19). Со стороны входа в решетку ротора установлены сопловые лопатки (20), образующие сопловую решетку, а со стороны выхода из решетки ротора установлены диффузорные лопатки (21), образующие диффузорную решетку. Между выходом диффузорной решетки и входом сопловой решетки существует безлопаточное пространство (22). Группа сопловых лопаток, расположенных непосредственно после каждой перегородки, может быть отделена от остальных сопловых лопаток переборкой так, чтобы образовался канал, соединяющий соответствующую ...

Process for the realization of chemical reactions inside the compressors

Method and apparatus for production of endothermic compounds

Process of production of diamond by the action of a shock wave generated by an explosion on carbon other than of diamond

Process for the realization of chemical reactions inside the compressors

PROCESS AND SYSTEM OF MATERIAL VALORIZATION AND/OR PRODUCTS BY POWER PULSEE

PROCESS UNDER DYNAMIC HIGH PRESSURE TO MANUFACTURE MATTERS SUPERCONDUCTRICES AND MAGNETIC PERMANENT

Method and apparatus for electrohydraulic initiate chemical reactions and physical

gerador de onda de pressão com haste de controle móvel para gerar uma onda de pressão em um meio

DETONATION-MEDIATED CARBON PARTICLE PRODUCTION METHOD

In this production method, to produce a carbon particle via the detonation method, an explosive substance having a detonation velocity of 6300 m/s or faster is disposed around a raw material substance containing an aromatic compound having two nitro groups or less, and the explosive substance is detonated. This production method allows carbon particles containing nano-scale graphite carbon and diamond to be produced via a detonation method using a non-gunpowder raw material. In addition, the obtained carbon particles have a G/D mass ratio of 2.5 or greater, where G is the graphite carbon mass and D is the diamond mass.

GRAPHITE GROUP, CARBON PARTICLES CONTAINING SAID GRAPHITE GROUP

Provided is graphite group that, when observed with a transmission electron microscope, has a laminated surface spacing of 0.2-1 nm, includes graphite pieces measuring 1.5-10 nm in a direction perpendicular to the laminating direction, the laminating direction of the graphite pieces being irregular.

PROCESS FOR THE CONVERSION OF FEEDSTOCKS AND APPARATUS FOR PERFORMING THE SAME

A process is provided for conversion of a feedstock, in particular a hydrocarbon feedstock such as methane or natural gas, in which a reactive mixture containing the feedstock is prepared and fed to a reaction zone. A reaction is initiated in the reactive mixture within the reaction zone so as to generate a conversion wave of increased temperature and pressure. The conversion wave is allowed to pass through the reaction zone, from where converted feedstock is recovered. An apparatus for carrying out the process is also provided. The process operates with a high conversion and selectivity to desirable products and is particularly suitable for the conversion of methane to carbon monoxide and hydrogen.

A METHOD FOR EXTENDING CATALYST LIFE IN PROCESSES FOR PREPARING VINYL AROMATIC HYDROCARBONS

Disclosed is a method for extending the life of dehydrogenation catalysts used to prepare vinyl aromatic hydrocarbons. The catalysts, which typically include both iron oxide and potassium containing catalysis promoter, are exposed to additional potassium delivered using a potassium carboxylate. The potassium carboxylates are desirably free of halogens and other catalysts poisons or groups that could result in the undesirable properties in vinyl aromatic hydrocarbons produced therewith. The present invention is particularly useful with the production of styrene and methyl styrene.

Diamond polishing particles and method of producing same

Polishing particles are made of artificial diamond produced by a shock method, having density of 3.0-3.35 g/cm3 and including secondary particles with average particle diameter of 30 nm-500 nm. Such polishing particles are produced by firstly obtaining a product containing artificial diamond by a shock method, then subjecting this product to an acid treatment by using one or more strong acids such as concentrated sulfuric acid, concentrated nitric acid and concentrated hydrochloric acid to thereby remove impurities from and wash the product, thereafter subjecting the product to a classification process to thereby separate artificial diamond of a first kind having secondary particles with particle diameters of 30 nm-500 nm and artificial diamond of a second kind having secondary particles with particle diameters in excess of 500 nm and selecting artificial diamond of a third kind having density of 3.0-3.35 g/cm3 out of the artificial diamond of the first kind. It is the artificial diamond ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROCESSING SOLID MATERIALS USING SHOCKWAVES PRODUCED IN A SUPERSONIC GASEOUS VORTEX

Solid materials may be processed using shockwaves produced in a supersonic gaseous vortex. A high-velocity stream of gas may be introduced into a reactor. The reactor may have a chamber, a solid material inlet, a gas inlet, and an outlet. The high-velocity stream of gas may be introduced into the chamber of the reactor through the gas inlet. The high-velocity stream of gas may effectuate a supersonic gaseous vortex within the chamber. The reactor may be configured to facilitate chemical reactions and/or comminution of solid feed material using tensive forces of shockwaves created in the supersonic gaseous vortex within the chamber. Solid material may be fed into the chamber through the solid material inlet. The solid material may be processed within the chamber by nonabrasive mechanisms facilitated by the shockwaves within the chamber. The processed material that is communicated through the outlet of the reactor may be collected.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ДЕТОНАЦИОННОГО СИНТЕЗА АЛМАЗА

Использование: серийное изготовление алмазных порошков и других сверхтвердых материалов. Сущность изобретения: устройство содержит взрывозащитную камеру, горловину загрузки и выгрузки, заряд конденсированного ВВ с электродетонатором, крышку 5, запорные клиновые элементы 6, механизм гидропривода 7, подвижные штоки 8 механизма гидропривода 7, кольцевую проточку горловины 9, кольцевые проточки 10 крышки 5 с герметизирующими элементами 11, опорный выступ 12 горловины. Изобретение обеспечивает повышенную надежность запирания и герметизации крышки, повышенную стойкость к пульсирующим ударно-волновым воздействиям и виброустойчивости и возможность оперативной загрузки зарядов конденсированного ВВ и выгрузки синтезированного детонационным способом конечного продукта при серийном изготовлении партий алмазосодержащей шихты. 2 з.п.ф-лы, 3 ил.

МОДУЛЬНАЯ КАМЕРА СЖАТИЯ

Изобретение относится к модульной камере сжатия компрессионной системы, предназначенной для создания волн давления в текучей среде, содержащейся в камере сжатия. Модульная камера сжатия 10 содержит множество отдельных модулей 12 и множество соединительных средств 15, соединяющих между собой модули 12 для получения стенки камеры 10. Каждый из модулей 12 характеризуется наличием внешней торцевой поверхности, внутренней торцевой поверхности и боковой стенки, проходящей между поверхностями. Каждый модуль 12 примыкает к трем или более другим модулям 12 и соединен с ними. Внутренние торцевые поверхности модулей 12 в совокупности образуют внутреннюю поверхность стенки камеры 10. По меньшей мере один из модулей 12 включает в себя по меньшей мере один генератор волн давления, который создает волны давления в текучей среде. Изобретение направлено на создание прочной конструкции. 20 з.п. ф-лы, 8 ил.

РЕАКТОР И КАВИТАЦИОННЫЙ АППАРАТ

Группа изобретений относится к химической аппаратуре, а именно к средствам активации химических реакций, тепломассообмена, сатурации, смешения и гомогенизации гетерогенных сред, а также деструкции макромолекул. Реактор содержит генератор гидроударов, кавитационный аппарат и средство для циркуляции обрабатываемого продукта по реактору. Каналы подачи продукта на входы генератора гидроударов и кавитационного аппарата отделены друг от друга разобщающим клапаном и в каждом из этих каналов установлен обратный клапан. Реактор снабжен аккумулятором давления, вход которого через обратный клапан соединен с первым выходом генератора, а выход - со вторым входом кавитационного аппарата, выход которого и второй выход генератора гидроударов имеют возможность соединения с резервуаром для обрабатываемого продукта. Кавитационный аппарат содержит корпус с входным и выходным каналами, образованную в корпусе камеру, а также кавитатор, причем кавитационный аппарат снабжен вторым входным каналом, сообщенным с ...

ЛОПАТОЧНЫЙ РЕАКТОР ДЛЯ ПИРОЛИЗА УГЛЕВОДОРОДОВ

Изобретение относится к аппаратам для термического пиролиза углеводородов с целью получения низших олефинов. Реактор включает ротор с рабочими лопатками, образующими осевую лопаточную решетку, неподвижный торообразный обруч, примыкающий к концам этих лопаток, и корпус, охватывающий обруч и периферию ротора так, что образуется проход, имеющий в меридиональном сечении форму кольца. В проходе установлена одна или несколько перегородок, после каждой перегородки расположена входная горловина, а перед ней расположена выходная горловина. Со стороны входа в решетку ротора установлены сопловые лопатки, образующие сопловую решетку, а со стороны выхода из решетки ротора установлены диффузорные лопатки, образующие диффузорную решетку. Между выходом диффузорной решетки и входом сопловой решетки существует безлопаточное пространство. Группа сопловых лопаток, расположенных непосредственно после каждой перегородки, может быть отделена от остальных сопловых лопаток переборкой с образованием канала, соединяющего ...

Способ формирования пустот в ионных кристаллах

Изобретение относится к использованию ударных волн для проведения химических реакций или для модификации кристаллической структуры веществ, в частности к способу формирования пустот в ионных кристаллах KBr. Способ заключается в том, что на поверхность пластины кристалла KBr особой чистоты кладут навеску из Mg особой чистоты и помещают пластину в кварцевую трубку, откачивают до давления 10÷10Па, нагревают до температуры T=450÷520°С, затем производят отжиг в течение времени τ=5÷15 часов, после чего проводят охлаждение до температуры Т=20÷22°С и выдержку в течение τ=2÷3 часов, затем в области диффузии Mg в данных пластинах генерируют импульсы растягивающих напряжений амплитудой не менее 50 МПа. Технический результат - формирование распределения пустот на заданном интервале глубин образца. 1 ил., 3 пр.

АЛМАЗОУГЛЕРОДНОЕ ВЕЩЕСТВО И СПОСОБ ЕГО ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ

Использование: в композиционных углеродных материалах, в смазочных маслах. Сущность изобретения: алмазоуглеродное вещество содержит, мас. углерод кубической модификации 30 75; рентгеноаморфную углеродную фазу 10 15; углерод кристаллической модификации остальное, при количесвенном соотношении элементов, мас. углерод 84 89; водород 0,3 1,1; азот 3,1 4,3; кислород 2,7 7,1; несгораемые примеси до 5,0% а его поверхность содержит метильные, карбоксильные, хинонные, лактонные, эфирные и альдегидные функциональные группы. Данное вещество получают детонацией взрывчатого вещества с отрицательным кислородным балансом в замкнутом объеме в среде, инертной по отношению к углероду при скорости охлаждения продуктов детонации 200 6000 град/мин. Данное вещество уменьшает коэффициент трения при использовании в смазочных маслах, повышает эксплуатационные характеристики резин при использовании его в качестве компонента композиционных материалов. 2 с.п. ф-лы, 2 ил. 2 табл.

УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ИССЛЕДОВАНИЯ КВАЗИИЗЭНТРОПИЧЕСКОЙ СЖИМАЕМОСТИ ГАЗОВ

Изобретение относится к области исследований квазиизэнтропической сжимаемости газов в мегабарной области давлений. Устройство для исследования квазиизэнтропической сжимаемости газов содержит цилиндрический заряд взрывчатого вещества, внутри которого коаксиально последовательно установлены цилиндрические прокладка, выполненная из оргстекла или полиэтилена, первая и вторая стальные оболочки. В полости второй стальной оболочки вдоль продольной оси установлен металлический стержень, один конец которого закреплен в первом торцевом фланце. На внутренней и наружной поверхностях прокладки расположены электроконтактные датчики. Один из торцевых фланцев выполнен с возможностью напуска газа. Дополнительно введен измерительный приемник, установленный вдоль продольной оси устройства последовательно через зазор с металлическим стержнем. Измерительный приемник выполнен в виде стальной трубки, в которой установлены датчики-коллиматоры, расположенные по схеме гетеродин-интерферометра, и световоды пирометра ...

Штамп для утилизации электромагнитного реле

Предлагаемое техническое решение относится к области разборки электромагнитных реле с целью их утилизации с использованием штампов и может быть использовано для выдавливания стальных деталей и разрушение основания электромагнитного реле 3-го поколения железнодорожной автоматики и телемеханики. Задача заявляемого технического решения является утилизация элементов автоматики и телемеханики железнодорожного транспорта. Технический результат заключается в повышении производительности разборки электромагнитных реле, исключении ручного труда. Указанный технический результат достигается за счет того, что штамп для выдавливания стальных деталей и разрушения основания электромагнитного реле характеризуется тем, что имеет заднее расположение направляющих колонок и втулок, содержит верхнюю подвижную плиту с пятью пуансонами, нижнюю неподвижную плиту с матрицей, установленной на опорной плите, пуансоны выполнены двух видов, четыре пуансона в виде двух цилиндров, соединенных буртиком, и два пуансона в виде цилиндра с буртиком, цилиндры служат для крепления в верхней плите, матрица выполнена в виде П-образной призмы с вырезами на рабочей поверхности, на которой также закреплены два левых и два правых упора, служащие для установки и базирования основания электромагнитного реле, при этом левый, правый и задний и защитные экраны неподвижно закреплены на верхней подвижной плите, а передний экран подвижно закреплен на матрице. Кроме этого, вырезы на рабочей поверхности матрицы выполнены в виде треугольника с проточкой в вершине треугольника, вырезы выполнены два на левой рабочей поверхности и по одному на задней и правой рабочих поверхностях, пуансоны выполнены из легированной инструментальной стали и имеют твердость (48-50) HRC, задние левый и правый упоры имеют взаимно перпендикулярные базовые поверхности, упоры имеют по два отверстия для позиционирования при сборке штампа, пуансон имеет хвостовик для крепления к приводу. РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 178 261 U1 (51) МПК ...

Method for Producing Hollow Profiles Having a Longitudinal Flange

The invention relates to a method for producing hollow profile-members having a longitudinal flange, wherein a plate which is arranged between the stamp and the first die being preshaped by introducing a stamp into a first die to form an U-shaped profile-member having a first member and a second member, and wherein the U-shaped profile-member being shaped with a second die to form an O-shaped profile-member having a longitudinal flange. In one aspect, the plate is preshaped to form the U-shaped profile-member, a longitudinal flange member portion is shaped in at least the first member and the longitudinal flange member portion is constructed during the shaping of the U-shaped profile-member to form an O-shaped profile-member substantially in a shape-retaining manner to form a portion of the longitudinal flange. 1. Method for producing hollow profile-members having a longitudinal flange , wherein a plate which is arranged between a stamp and a first die is preshaped by introducing the stamp into the first die to form an U-shaped profile-member having a first member and a second member , wherein the U-shaped profile-member is shaped with a second die to form an O-shaped profile-member having a longitudinal flange , and wherein the plate is preshaped to form the U-shaped profile-member such that a longitudinal flange member portion is shaped in at least the first member and the longitudinal flange member portion is constructed during the shaping of the U-shaped profile-member to form an O-shaped profile-member substantially in a shape-retaining manner to form a portion of the longitudinal flange , the method comprising the steps of:shaping the longitudinal flange member portion at the beginning of the preshaping operation by means of a displaceable part-stamp of the stamp that is positioned so as to protrude in an introduction direction, and by means of a displaceable side wall of the first die that is positioned so as to protrude counter to the introduction direction; ...

GRID RUNNER CAP ANCHORING LANCE

An elongated grid runner, and its manufacture, comprising a pair of overlying metal strips roll-formed together into a shape suitable for use in a rectangular grid to support ceiling panels, one of said strips serving as a visible cap for concealing the other strip forming the main body of the grid runner when the grid member is employed in a completed ceiling, the strips being lanced at each end of the grid runner to lock the cap strip on the main body strip whereby when the overlying strips are simultaneously cut to a finish length prior to finish roll-forming, the ends of the strip are maintained in substantially overlying end-to-end registration where the cap is visible in a finished ceiling. 14-. (canceled)5. A method of making a grid runner comprising roll forming a main body metal strip and a cap metal strip together to form a pre-form member , cutting both main and cap strips to the same length , stamping details in the main body strip and lancing the main body strip and the cap strip adjacent the ends of the pre-form member to lock the cap strip against lengthwise movement relative to the main body strip in a press , and thereafter roll-forming the pre-form member into a finished form grid runner. The invention relates to grid runners for suspended ceilings and, in particular, to roll-formed grid runners made from two separate metal strips.A common method of producing suspended ceiling grid runners is a roll-forming process in which a strip or two strips are passed through roller sets to obtain a desired cross-sectional shape. The most common shape is that of an inverted tee, hence the term grid tee. Specialty grid runner shapes may require more elaborate roll sets to produce the desired cross-sectional configuration. A problem can arise where the grid runner is formed of a main body strip and an appearance strip or cap that are roll formed after being finish cut to length. The forming process may be prone to cause one of the strips to permanently change ...

EXHAUST MANIFOLD WITH HYBRID CONSTRUCTION AND METHOD

An exhaust manifold and related method have a hybrid clamshell construction including an outer manifold half stamped from a first metal and having a first wall thickness, as well as an inner manifold half stamped from a second metal that is different from the first metal and has a second wall thickness which is different from the first wall thickness. Opposite side edges of the outer and inner manifold halves are rigidly interconnected to define a hollow manifold bottom. Port and outlet flanges are rigidly attached to inlet and outlet sides of the manifold body. 1. A method for making an exhaust manifold for internal combustion engines and the like , comprising:selecting a first metal sheet having a first wall thickness, and being constructed from a first metallic material;stamping from the first metal sheet an outer-most manifold half having a half clamshell shape with opposite side edges;selecting a second metal sheet having a second wall thickness which is different from the first wall thickness, and being constructed from a second metallic material which is different from the first metallic material;stamping from the second metal sheet an inner manifold half having a half clamshell shape which mates with the shape of the outer-most manifold half, and includes opposite side edges;rigidly joining the opposite side edges of the outer-most manifold half and the inner manifold half to define a hollow exhaust manifold body having an inlet side and an outlet side;forming a port flange, and rigidly connecting the same to the inner manifold half along the inlet side of the exhaust manifold body; andforming an outlet flange, and rigidly connecting the same to the outer-most manifold half and the inner manifold half at the outlet side of the exhaust manifold body.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. A method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein:said second metal sheet selecting step further comprises selecting the second metal sheet with the second, wall ...

Stamped wheel balancing weight

A wheel-balancing weight mounts to a wheel with a flange. The weight includes a body and a clip. The body is stamped by a punch to define a pocket within which an attaching portion of the clip resides. The defined pocket has a planar base and opposing side walls generally perpendicular to the base. The body as stamped by the punch includes a pre-stake for each side wall external to the pocket and adjacent the side wall, and an undercut for each side wall within the pocket and generally located at a juncture of the side wall and the base.

Press product forming method

Provided is a press product forming method for press-forming a curved press product. The curved press product is formed into a hat-like cross-section including an upper surface portion, side wall portions, and flange portions. The press product forming method includes: a pre-forming step of forming, at a widthwise end portion of a flat plate-like blank, at least one bending portion extending along a longitudinal direction; and a main forming step of forming the upper surface portion and the side wall portions under a state in which the bending portion is left.

Stamp for Ground Bonding Strap

A system and method forming a ground bonding strap. A length of cable is measured to determine a segment of cable to stamp to form a pair of connectors. The segment is heated. The segment is stamped to form the pair of connectors. The pair of connectors defining an indentation and a pair of receptacles disposed through the cable. The pair of receptacles being each adjacent to and separated by an indentation. The indentations being positioned to allow a user to cut between the pair of connectors to form a ground bonding strap of a length selected by the user. 1. A stamp for a ground bonding strap , the stamp comprising:a heating element operable to heat a segment of a cable for stamping at intervals of a length of the cable;a die including a pair of teeth operable to stamp a first side of the segment to form a pair of connectors, the die including a first indentation tooth for forming an indentation separating the pair of connectors;a punch defining a pair of sockets operable to stamp a second side of the segment to form the pair of connectors, the sockets being operable to receive the teeth as pushed through the cable to form a pair of through holes within the pair of connectors, the punch including a second indentation tooth for forming the indentation separating the pair of connectors; anda hydraulic press connected to the punch and the die operable to press the punch and the die together at the heated segment of the cable to form the pair of connectors, the stamp forming a mold to shape the pair of connectors and define the indentation and the through holes.2. The stamp according to claim 1 , further comprising:a stop around the periphery of the die and the stamp ensuring that the cable is stamped to a predefined depth, and wherein the stop defines the edges of the pair of connectors as stamped.3. The stamp according to claim 1 , wherein the stamp is formed from a material with a substantially higher melting point than the cable claim 1 , wherein the cable is a ...

METHOD OF PRODUCING L-SHAPED PRODUCT

A method of producing an L-shaped product () which includes an L-shaped flat top wall (), an inside wall () extending and connected along an inside edge () of the top wall, and an outside wall () extending and connected along an outside edge () of the top wall, each of the inside and outside walls being terminated by flange () substantially parallel to the top wall, is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of: providing sheet metal material; providing a drawing die assembly; and stamping the sheet metal material by the drawing die assembly to produce an intermediate product. The method further comprises the steps of: providing a bending die assembly; and stamping the intermediate product by the bending die assembly to produce an L-shaped product completed. 1. A method of producing an L-shaped product which includes an L-shaped flat top wall having first and second legs connected to each other so as to define inside and outside edges , an inside wall extending along and connected to the inside edge of the top wall and forming a first angle relative to the top wall , and an outside wall extending along and connected to the outside edge of the top wall and forming a second angle relative to the top wall , each of the inside and outside walls being terminated by a flange substantially parallel to the top wall , the method comprising the steps of:providing sheet metal material;providing a drawing die assembly; andstamping the sheet metal material with the drawing die assembly to produce an intermediate product which includes an L-shaped flat top wall having first and second legs corresponding to the first and second legs of the L-shaped flat top wall of the L-shaped product, and inside and outside walls corresponding to the inside and outside walls of the completed L-shaped product, and flanges corresponding to the flanges of the completed L-shaped product;wherein the intermediate product includes a first region adjacent to a free end of the first leg and an opposite ...

CONTINUOUS PROCESS FOR NANOMATERIAL SYNTHESIS FROM SIMULTANEOUS EMULSIFICATION AND DETONATION OF AN EMULSION

The present invention refers to a continuous process for in secco nanomaterial synthesis from the emulsification and detonation of an emulsion. The said process combines the simultaneous emulsification and detonation operations of the emulsion, thus assuring a production yield superior to 100 kg/h. When guaranteeing that the sensitization of the emulsion occurs mainly upon its feeding into the reactor, it is possible to avoid the accumulation of any class-1 substances along the entire synthesis process, thus turning it into an intrinsically safe process. Afterwards, dry collection of the nanomaterial avoids the production of liquid effluents, which are very difficult to process. Given that there's neither accumulation nor resort to explosive substances along the respective stages, the process of the present invention becomes a safe way of obtaining nanomaterial, thus allowing it to be implemented in areas wherein processes with hazardous substance aid are not allowed. 1. A continuous process for nanomaterial synthesis from the detonation of at least one emulsion , comprising the following steps:a) preparing a synthesis emulsion, containing nanomaterial precursors, from the emulsification of two immiscible phases—internal and external; andb) simultaneously sensitizing, igniting and detonating the emulsion at pressures from 50,000 to 115,000 bar.2. A process according to claim 1 , wherein step b) further comprises a pre-forming stage.3. A process according to claim 1 , wherein the emulsion comprises ammonium nitrate and precursors such as soluble oxidizers claim 1 , soluble propellants or insoluble precursors in the internal phase; and/or hydrocarbon derivatives or propellant precursors miscible in the external phase claim 1 , or metals claim 1 , or mixtures thereof.4. A process according to claim 1 , wherein the precursors may be introduced either in the internal phase or external phase of the emulsion or subsequently in the emulsification step.5. A process according ...

METAL-STAMPING DIE MANUFACTURED BY ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

A metal-stamping die or tool is provided. Another aspect uses an additive manufacturing machine and material to create a die. A further aspect provides a method of making a die from an additive manufacturing process and/or using such a die to stamp a metal part, such as a fastener or clip. 1. A method for manufacturing and/or using a metalworking tool , the method comprising:(i) depositing a layer of material onto a support surface;(ii) depositing subsequent layers of the material upon each prior layer until the metalworking tool is completely created;(iii) curing each subsequent layer to the layer of material deposited therebefore so that the layers of the material bond together;(iv) creating the metalworking tool to comprise a metal bending face, as part of the depositing steps;(v) surrounding at least a majority of the metalworking tool with a gas during the depositing and creating steps; and(vi) removing the completed metalworking tool from the support surface.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:using the metalworking tool to create a metallic part therefrom.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein using the metalworking tool further comprises:(a) placing a metallic part on the metal bending face of the metalworking tool; and(b) bending the metallic part against the metal bending face of the metalworking tool.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein bending the metallic part against the metal bending face of the metalworking tool includes stamping the metallic part between a pair of metalworking tools.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein forming the metalworking tool further comprises:flowing the material from a head positioned above the support surface, wherein at least one of the head and the support surface automatically moves relative to the other according to computer instructions in order to create identical multiples of the metalworking tool in the same machine cycle.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the machine cycle is less than ninety minutes.7. The ...

MOLD FOR PRESS FORMING

A lightweight mold for press forming is presented. Molds are characterized in that design forming portions thereof, these design forming portions making contact with a workpiece at the time of press forming and thereby forming a target design on the workpiece, are constructed of rod shaped members (design forming rods). By having the design forming portions be constructed of rod shaped members, the weight of the mold is reduced. It is preferred that the molds are further provided with supporting rods which support the design forming rods, these rod members constituting a framework structure. 1. A mold for press forming comprising:a first rod member configured to make contact with a workpiece and form a target design on the workpiece; anda second rod member for supporting the first rod member;wherein the first and second rod members constitute a framework structure.2. The mold of claim 1 , wherein the first and second rod members constitute a structure configured by any one of a Rahmen structure claim 1 , a truss structure claim 1 , and a combination of the Rahmen and the truss structure.3. The mold of claim 1 , wherein:the second rod member extends parallel to a direction of load applied by a press machine; anda center line of the second rod member passes through the first rod member.4. The mold of claim 1 , wherein a block for positioning the mold is connected to the second rod member.5. The mold of claim 1 , wherein the mold is manufactured by a casting process.6. (canceled) The present invention relates to a mold for press forming.Many improvements for molds for press forming have been proposed. For example, Patent Document 1 proposes a device to make it easier to remove a formed workpiece from the mold. Patent Document 2 proposes a mold in which a part of the mold or a punch can be moved, and which can thereby accommodate differing press shapes without exchanging the entire mold.Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. H6-269866Patent ...

SEAT RAIL FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE SEAT

The invention relates to a seat rail for a motor vehicle seat, consisting of a lower rail and an upper rail shiftably mounted thereon, with at least one attachment part of the upper rail fabricated of sheet metal for fixing a seat or a safety belt. At least one marginal edge of the attachment part is blunted and solidified by an embossment. 1. A seat rail for a motor vehicle seat , consisting of a lower rail and an upper rail shiftably mounted thereon , with at least one attachment part of the upper rail , which is fabricated of sheet metal , for fixing a seat or a safety belt , wherein at least a marginal edge of the attachment part is blunted and solidified by an embossment.2. The seat rail according to claim 1 , wherein the embossment is made in the region of a marginal edge made by stamping.3. The seat rail according to claim 2 , wherein the embossment is made on the burr side of the marginal edge made by stamping.4. The seat rail according to claim 1 , wherein the embossment is made in the region of a marginal edge which under the load of an accident claim 1 , in particular in a frontal crash claim 1 , undergoes an elongation.5. The seat rail according to claim 1 , wherein embossments are provided in the region of two adjacent marginal edges of a marginal surface.6. The seat rail according to claim 1 , wherein the embossment is made approximately at an angle of 45 degrees to a marginal surface and a side surface of the attachment part as well as in a depth of 0.2 mm to 1 mm.7. The seat rail according to claim 1 , wherein the attachment part is made of a raw material with a rolling direction which extends at an angle of 45 degrees to 135 degrees to the embossment.8. A method for manufacturing a seat rail for a motor vehicle seat claim 1 , consisting of a lower rail and an upper rail shiftably mounted thereon claim 1 , with at least one attachment part of the upper rail claim 1 , which is fabricated of sheet metal claim 1 , for fixing a seat or a safety belt ...

FORMING A CONTROL LINE PROTECTOR BY METAL PRESSING OPERATION

An apparatus and method is provided for protecting control lines used with tool strings in a downhole environment. A control line protector assembly comprises a plurality of components formed into a unitary piece which includes a guard section having a first end section and a second end section, a slot on each of the first end section and the second end section, and a securing mechanism for coupling the guard section having the first end section and the second end section to the coupling. A control line protector assembly is formed using a metal stamping process. 1. A method of forming a control line protector suitable for protecting a control line at an exterior surface of a protruding joint in a downhole tubing string , comprising:loading a metal sheet into a press die tool;stamping the metal sheet with the press die tool in a single stamping stroke to form the control line protector as a single unitary piece, including:stamping the metal sheet in the single stamping stroke to form an integral rectangular guard section for completely covering a surface of the control line from an inside diameter of a well;stamping the metal sheet in the single stamping stroke to form a first rectangular end piece and a second rectangular end piece both integrally attached to the guard section to securingly engage a shape of the tubing string; andstamping the metal sheet in the single stamping stroke to form a contour profile in the integral rectangular guard section and the first and second rectangular end pieces, the contour profile matching a degree of protrusion of the joint.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein performing the stamping process comprises forming a control line protector to cover a portion of a control line at a coupling between sections of a tool string for a well.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein a metal sheet is placed in the stamping die and shaped into the control line protector using a punch.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein a metal sheet is placed in the ...

BENDING MACHINE

A bending machine includes a frame, a punch holder provided on the frame, a die holder provided on the frame, a pressing mechanism for pressing a punch toward a die, a first deflection detector for detecting a stroke of the punch, a second deflection detector for detecting an actual displacement of the punch, and a controller; and the controller previously stores a relation between a deflection of the frame and a specification of a sheet material, calculates an actual deflection of the frame by subtracting a detection value of the second deflection detector from a detection value of the first deflection detector, gets a target deflection of the frame based on the relation stored, and controls the pressing mechanism so that the actual deflection becomes consistent with the target deflection. According to the bending machine, working efficiency can be improved by rendering a trial bending unnecessary. 1. A bending machine comprising:a frame that includes a base section, and a punch-side frame section and a die-side frame section that are extended from both sides of the base section in an identical direction, respectively;a punch holder that is provided on the punch-side frame section and to which a punch is attached;a die holder that is provided on the die-side frame section and to which a die is attached;a pressing mechanism that presses the punch toward the die to bend a sheet material between the die and the punch;a first deflection detector that is provided in the pressing mechanism and detects a stroke of the punch required for bending the sheet material;a second deflection detector that is supported by the die-side frame section and detects an actual displacement of the punch; anda controller operable to previously store a relation between a deflection of the frame and a bending length, material and a sheet thickness of a sheet material, to calculate an actual deflection of the frame by subtracting a detection value of the second deflection detector from a ...

LOAD-APPLYING DEVICE, PRESS-FORMING DIE, AND PRESS-FORMING METHOD

A load-applying device of a press-forming die includes a rod which includes a first end, a second end, and a flange, a lamination coned disc spring in which a plurality of coned disc springs having a center hole, to which the first end of the rod is inserted, are laminated, a first plate which includes a first through hole to which the first end of the rod is inserted and abuts the lamination coned disc spring, a second plate which includes a second through hole to which the second end of the rod is inserted and abuts the flange; and a gap fixing member which is detachably provided between the first plate and the second plate and fixes a gap between the first plate and the second plate so as to maintain the gap by which the lamination coned disc spring biases the flange to the second plate. The second end and the first plate relatively move in a mutually approaching direction during press-forming, and the lamination coned disc spring is compressed. 1. A load-applying device of a press-forming die , the device comprising:a rod which includes a first end, a second end, and a flange which is provided between the first end and the second end;a lamination coned disc spring in which a plurality of coned disc springs having a center hole, to which the first end of the rod is inserted, are laminated;a first plate which includes a first through hole to which the first end of the rod is inserted and abuts the lamination coned disc spring;a second plate which includes a second through hole to which the second end of the rod is inserted and abuts the flange; anda gap fixing member which is detachably provided between the first plate and the second plate and fixes a gap between the first plate and the second plate so as to maintain the gap by which the lamination coned disc spring biases the flange to the second plate,wherein the second end and the first plate relatively move in a mutually approaching direction during press-forming, and the lamination coned disc spring is ...

MANUFACTURING DEVICE FOR DRIVE PLATE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR DRIVE PLATE

A manufacturing method and device for a drive plate that make it possible to obtain well-tensioned teeth at a ring gear portion while extending the life of a shaping die. A preferred embodiment provides a manufacturing device including: a compression punch that compresses a side wall portion of a raw material in an axial direction, the raw material including a bottom surface portion and the side wall portion which is cylindrical and provided to extend upright from an outer peripheral end portion of the bottom surface portion. A compression die disposed to face the compression punch in the axial direction and having a toothed shape formed on an inner peripheral surface. The compression punch contacts the compression die, and thereafter the compression die is pushed by the compression punch to form a toothed shape on the side wall portion while moving in the axial direction. 15-. (canceled)6. A manufacturing device for a drive plate that manufactures a drive plate including a plate portion that transfers a drive force of an engine to a transmission and a ring gear portion provided at an outer periphery of the plate portion to be meshed with a gear of a starter motor , the manufacturing device for a drive plate comprising:a compression punch that compresses a side wall portion of a raw material in an axial direction, the raw material including a bottom surface portion and the side wall portion which is cylindrical and provided to extend upright from an outer peripheral end portion of the bottom surface portion;a compression die disposed to face the compression punch in the axial direction and having a toothed shape formed on an inner peripheral surface of the compression die; anda die that restrains the bottom surface portion, whereinwhen the compression punch compresses the side wall portion, which is disposed inward of the inner peripheral surface of the compression die, in the axial direction, the compression punch contacts the compression die, and thereafter the ...

FORGING DEVICE

A forging device capable of producing a high-quality forged article while simplifying the structure is provided. The forging device of the present invention includes a punch a die having a shaping hole and a helical blade portion formed on an inner peripheral surface of the shaping hole, a back pressure generation mechanism and a back pressure transmission mechanism. The back pressure transmission mechanism includes a rotation-side transmission member having a back pressure plate and a non-rotation-side transmission member. The back pressure plate is arranged in the shaping hole in a fitted manner. When a forging material W is driven into the shaping hole and the back pressure plate is pressed downward by the metallic material, the back pressure plate is guided by the blade portion of the shaping hole and thereby descends while rotating about the axis and a back pressure by the back pressure generation mechanism is applied to the metallic material via the back pressure transmission mechanism. 1. A forging device equipped with a die having a shaping hole having upper and lower open ends and a helical blade portion formed on an inner peripheral surface of the shaping hole , a punch arranged on an upper side of the shaping hole coaxially with the shaping hole , whereby a forging material is driven into the shaping hole from above by the punch to form a forged article having a helical groove corresponding the blade portion on an outer peripheral surface thereof ,the forging device comprising:a back pressure generation mechanism arranged on a lower side of the shaping hole non-rotatably about an axis, anda back pressure transmission mechanism arranged to transmit a back pressure by the back pressure generation mechanism to a metallic material as the forging material to be driven into the shaping hole, whereinthe back pressure transmission mechanism includes a rotation-side transmission member arranged rotatably about the axis, and a non-rotation-side transmission member ...

Method and Device for Producing Flanged Drawn Parts with Simultaneous Trimming

The invention relates to a device and method for producing flanged drawn members from a planar and/or pre-shaped plate of metal using a drawing punch having at least one cutting edge or rounded portion, a retention member and a drawing die, wherein the drawing die has a rib region, a flange region and a support region for the plate, the plate being placed on the support region of the drawing die and being shaped into the drawn member by the drawing punch being introduced into the drawing die and at the same time being cut at the flange region. 1. Method for producing flanged drawn members from a planar and/or pre-shaped plate of metal using a drawing punch having at least one cutting edge or rounded portion , a retention member and a drawing die , wherein the drawing die has a rib region , a flange region and a support region for the plate , the method comprising the steps of:placing the plate on the support region of the drawing die;drawing the plate into a drawn member by introducing the drawing punch into the drawing die and cutting at the flange region;wherein the support region is constructed so as to be raised and fixed relative to the flange region;wherein the height difference between the support region and flange region corresponds at least to the wall thickness of the plate to be shaped; andwherein during the introduction of the drawing punch into the drawing die, the at least one cutting edge provided on the drawing punch moves into engagement with a rounded portion which is provided at the transition between the support region and flange region, or the at least one rounded portion provided on the drawing punch moves into engagement with a cutting edge provided at the transition between the support region and flange region so that regions of the plate which project beyond the flange region are separated during the drawing operation.2. Method according to claim 1 , wherein during the drawing operation and the cutting of the plate claim 1 , the retention ...

METAL FORMING SYSTEM WITH ACCELERATED MASS PRODUCTION

The present invention provides a metal forming system, comprising a platform and a gantry means, in which the platform is provided with a plurality of lower mold bases bearing sheet metals, while the gantry means is provided with at least one upper mold base and a toggle unit. The gantry means is performing lateral displacement on the platform, so as to be displaced to a location above the lower mold base which is predetermined to operate. The toggle unit is for adjusting the longitudinal position of the upper mold base so as to change the distance between the upper mold base and the lower mold base, resulting in determining whether a mold-closing state or a mold-opening state. A metal forming operation is performed on the sheet metal between the upper mold base and the lower mold base so as to manufacture a metal formed part when the mold-closing state. 1. A metal forming system with accelerated mass production , comprising:a platform provided at each of both sides thereof with a laterally displacing unit, respectively;a gantry means, mounted above said platform, comprising at least two uprights and a top base, said top base being provided on the top end of each of said uprights, while the bottom end of each of said uprights being fixed on the corresponding laterally displacing unit, respectively, said gantry means capable of being driven by said laterally displacing unit to perform lateral displacement on said platform;a plurality of lower mold bases provided at the center of said platform;at least one upper mold base, a sheet metal being provided between said upper mold base and each of said lower mold bases; anda toggle unit, provided between said top base of said gantry means and said upper mold base, used for adjusting the longitudinal position of said upper mold base so as to change the distance between said upper mold base and said lower mold base, resulting in determining whether a mold-closing state or a mold-opening state is formed between said upper mold ...

Press Hardening Tool

The invention relates to a press hardening tool having a shaping surface () that is used to shape a blank. The shaping surface () of the tool () is micro-structured at least in some areas by micro-recesses () introduced into the shaping surface (). In said areas, the contact surface between the shaping surface () of the tool () and the surface of a blank is limited to the surface portions () located between the recesses () of the forming surface () and raised with respect to the recesses (). 122132214323. A press hardening tool having a shaping surface () used for forming a blank , characterized in that at least some regions of the shaping surface () of the tool () are microstructured by micro-recesses () that are introduced into the forming surface () and , in these regions , the contact area between the forming surface () of the tool () and the surface of a blank is limited to those area portions () that are located between the recesses () of the forming surface () and are raised relative to the recesses ().23. The tool according to claim 1 , characterized in that the micro-recesses () are arranged in the manner of a grid with respect to each other.33. The tool according to or claim 1 , characterized in that the recesses () have an angular claim 1 , in particular equilateral claim 1 , contour geometry claim 1 , for example a rhombic contour geometry.42. A tool according to any one of to claim 1 , characterized in that the effective contact area of the forming surface () is less than 70 percent of the microstructured region.5. A tool according to any one of to claim 1 , characterized in that only certain forming surface regions of the tool are microstructured.6. A tool according to any one of to claim 1 , characterized in that the microstructured forming surface region or regions of the tool are created by way of a microforging method claim 1 , in particular by way of a knocking method.7. A tool according to any one of to claim 1 , characterized in that the micro- ...

HOT DIE FORMING ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF MAKIG A HEAT TREATED PART

A method of making a part is provided. A blank is loaded into a die assembly having a pair of shoes with forming pieces attached thereto and compressible members sandwiched between the shoes and the forming pieces. The die is closed about the blank to deform the blank into a part. The die is then opened by a predetermined distance while at least one of the compressible members deforms elastically to maintain contact between at least one of the forming pieces and the part. Less than the entire surface of the part is then conductively cooled through the at least one forming piece to provide a predetermined portion of the part with a predetermined microstructure. 1. A method of making a workpiece , comprising the steps of:preparing a die assembly including a pair of dies, at least one of the dies having a shoe, a plurality of forming pieces operably coupled with the shoe, and at least one compressible member sandwiched between the shoe and at least one of the forming pieces;positioning a blank in the die assembly and between the pair of dies;moving at least one of the dies towards the other die;compressing the at least one compressible member to move at least one of the forming pieces relative to another forming piece;deforming the blank with the plurality of forming pieces;separating the pair of dies by a predetermined distance such that at least one of the forming pieces disengages from the deformed blank while the at least one compressible member expands to maintain at least one of the forming pieces in engagement with the deformed blank; andconductively cooling less than the entire surface of the deformed blank with the at least one forming piece in engagement with the deformed blank after separating the pair of dies by the predetermined distance.2. The method as set forth in wherein the at least one forming die includes at least one thick compressible member sandwiched between the shoe and at least one of the forming pieces and at least one thin compressible ...

PRESS APPARATUS

Provided is a press apparatus which ensures high production efficiency and has less chances of breakdown. Specifically, the press apparatus has a base placed on a floor, and a platform arranged over the base to face the base and move up and down. A lower die, on which a steel plate is to be placed, is fixed to the base. An upper die is fixed to the platform to press the plate against the lower die and turn it into an initially formed product through a downward movement of the platform, and to pressure-hold the initially formed product with the lower die. A machining die is supported on the platform to move up and down to machine the initially formed product and form a final product by moving down while pressure-holding the initially formed product. 16-. (canceled)7. A press apparatus comprising:a base placed on a floor;a platform arranged over the base to face the base and move up and down;a lower die which is fixed to the base and on which a steel plate is to be mounted;an upper die fixed to the platform to press the steel plate against the lower die and turn the plate into an initially formed product through a downward movement of the platform, and to pressure-hold the initially formed product with the lower die; anda machining die supported on the platform to move up and down and to machine the initially formed product and form a final product by moving downward while pressure-holding the initially formed product between the upper and lower dies.81. The press apparatus of claim , wherein:a plurality of rods are provided around the machining die so as to extend vertically, and to move downward synchronously with the downward movement of the machining die, anda plurality of shock absorber means are provided on the base at positions corresponding to the rods to absorb a shock caused when the steel plate is pressed and a shock caused when the initially formed product is machined.91. The press apparatus of claim , wherein:the upper die is provided with a horizontally- ...

CENTRALIZER WITH INTEGRATED STOP COLLAR

A method and apparatus for centering a casing section in a wellbore. A centralizer includes a plurality of centralizer bow springs arranged between and around circumferences of end bands. The end bands are arranged over stop collars such that the end bands can rotate about and slide along the stop collars. At least one stop collar includes a radially-inward-extending lug that engages a groove in the stop collar. The groove limits the amount by which the end band can slide relative to the stop collar. When the centralizer is lowered into a wellbore, an interference between the lug in the end band and the groove in the stop collar can pull the centralizer into the wellbore. The pulling force can prevent the centralizer bow springs from expanding radially outward due to contact forces with edges of the wellbore. 1. A centralizer assembly for a wellbore , the centralizer comprising:a cylindrical body that includes a first end and a second end opposite the first end, wherein the cylindrical body defines a longitudinal axis between the first end and the second end;a first stop collar arranged around the cylindrical body, wherein the first stop collar includes a first circumferential groove arranged on an exterior surface of the first stop collar, and wherein the first circumferential groove extends along the longitudinal axis;a second stop collar arranged around the cylindrical body and spaced apart from the first stop collar; and a first end band arranged around the first stop collar, wherein the first end band can slide along the longitudinal axis relative to the first stop collar, wherein the first end band includes a first lug that extends into the first circumferential groove;', 'a second end band arranged around the second stop collar, wherein the second end band can slide along the longitudinal axis relative to the second stop collar; and', 'a plurality of centralizer bow springs arranged between the first end band and the second end band., 'a centralizer that ...

SURFACE ROUGHENING APPARATUS FOR METAL STOCK AND SURFACE ROUGHENING METHOD FOR METAL STOCK

A surface roughening apparatus includes a first mold and a second mold. The first mold has a plurality of first protrusions. The first mold presses a metallic material to form recesses corresponding to respective shapes of the first protrusions in a surface of the metallic material. The second mold has a plurality of second protrusions. After the first mold presses the metallic material, the second mold presses the metallic material, thereby deforming each recess into an undercut shape. A height of each first protrusion is greater than a height of each second protrusion. A tip angle of each first protrusion is smaller than a tip angle of each second protrusion. 1. A surface roughening apparatus that roughens a surface of a metal stock , the surface roughening apparatus comprising:a first mold having a plurality of first protrusions, a surface of the first mold having the plurality of first protrusions formed thereon being configured to press the metal stock in a state where the surface of the first mold faces a first surface of the metal stock, thereby forming recesses in the metal stock each having a shape corresponding to a shape of each of the first protrusions; anda second mold having a plurality of second protrusions, a surface of the second mold having the plurality of second protrusions formed thereon being configured to face the first surface of the metal stock after the formation of the recesses in the metal stock by the first mold, the plurality of second protrusions being configured to press the metal stock in a state where the plurality of second protrusions are respectively pressed into the recesses, thereby deforming the recesses formed in the metal stock into an undercut shape, whereina height of each of the first protrusions is greater than a height of each of the second protrusions, anda tip angle of each of the first protrusions is smaller than a tip angle of each of the second protrusions.1. surface roughening apparatus according to claim 1 , ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PASSIVE PIN POSITIONING AND LOCKING FOR RECONFIGURABLE FORMING DIES

A method and apparatus for passive pin positioning of a reconfigurable forming die is disclosed. The apparatus may include a plurality of pins disposed within a frame, and a bolt that when tightened can secure or lock the pins into position. When the bolt is loosened, the position of the pins can be adjusted. A preliminary model of a contoured surface that is to be imparted to an article by the reconfigurable forming die can be used to help define a forming surface of the reconfigurable die. 1. A reconfigurable forming die for use in a forming system , the reconfigurable forming die comprising:a plurality of pins configured to move in a first direction substantially aligned with a vertical axis;a frame configured to house the plurality of pins; anda first bolt configured to secure the plurality of pins into a fixed first position when the first bolt is fastened.2. The reconfigurable forming die of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of pins is arranged in a matrix configuration.3. The reconfigurable forming die of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of holes claim 1 , wherein each hole of the plurality of holes is configured to receive one pin of the plurality of pins.4. The reconfigurable forming die of claim 1 , further comprising a plate claim 1 , wherein fastening the first bolt causes the first plate to press against a lower end of each pin of the plurality of pins claim 1 , thereby restricting movement of the plurality of pins in the first direction.5. The reconfigurable forming die of claim 1 , further comprising a second bolt.6. The reconfigurable forming die of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of pins extend along the first direction and the first bolt extends in a direction that is substantially perpendicular to the first direction.7. The reconfigurable forming die of claim 1 , wherein loosening the first bolt allows the plurality of pins to move along the first direction.8. The reconfigurable forming die of claim 1 , wherein an uppermost surface of at ...

STAMPING TO FORM A COMPOSITE STRUCTURE OF DISSIMILAR MATERIALS HAVING STRUCTURED FEATURES

A composite structure includes a base and an auxiliary portion of dissimilar materials. The auxiliary portion is shaped by stamping. As the auxiliary portion is stamped, it interlocks with the base, and at the same time forming a desired structured feature on the auxiliary portion, such as a structured reflective surface, an alignment feature, etc. With this approach, relatively less critical structured features can be shaped on the bulk of the base with less effort to maintain a relatively larger tolerance, while the relatively more critical structured features on the auxiliary portion are more precisely shaped with further considerations to define dimensions, geometries and/or finishes at relatively smaller tolerances. The auxiliary portion may include a composite structure of two dissimilar materials associated with different properties for stamping different structured features.

APPARATUS FOR FORMING A STEEL WORKPIECE

Provided is an apparatus for forming steel workpieces using electroplasticity. The apparatus comprises a power supply () for supplying electricity to the workpiece (W) through electrodes () disposed in a mold () of a press () during a deformation stroke of the press (), a control unit () for controlling the power supply () and a plurality of sensors ( and ). 1. An apparatus for forming a steel workpiece , the apparatus comprising:a press comprising an upper mold and a lower mold and is configured to temporarily stop movement of the upper mold at a controlled position;electrodes for applying electrical current to the workpiece loaded on the lower mold;at least one power supply for supplying the electrical current to the electrodes;a control unit for controlling the power supply; anda first sensor disposed on the upper mold or the lower mold to measure a force applied to the workpiece and transmit the measured values to the control unit,wherein the control unit controls a start timing of the power supply to supply the electrical current to the electrodes by using the values from the first sensor and determines as the start timing a certain time after the workpiece is pressed by a forming part of the upper mold.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a second sensor disposed between the power supply and the electrodes claim 1 ,wherein the second sensor measures the electrical current being supplied from the power supply to the electrodes and transmits the measured values to the control unit.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a third sensor to measure the movement of the upper mold and transmit the measured values to the control unit.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the press is configured to stop the movement of the upper mold descending to the lower mold on or before the start timing.5. The apparatus of claim 4 , wherein the press is configured to restart the descending movement of the upper mold after the start timing while the electrical ...

METHOD OF INCREMENTAL COLD FORMING AN ANGLED CORNER IN A CONTINUOUS SHEET OF ADVANCED HIGH STRENGTH METAL

An outer bend radius is cold formed in an outer position within a final arc of the angled corner with an outer bend radius male die member. A central bend radius is cold formed in a central position spaced from the outer position and within the final arc of the angled corner with a central bend radius male die member. An inner bend radius is cold formed in an inner position that is spaced from the outer and central positions and the inner position is within a final arc of the angled corner with an inner bend radius male die member. The angled corner is transferred between each of the bend radii male die members using a continuous advanced high strength metal sheet in which the angled corner is formed. 1. A method of incremental cold forming an angled corner in a continuous advanced high strength metal sheet , the method comprising:cold forming an outer bend radius in an outer position within a final arc of the angled corner of the continuous advanced high strength metal sheet with an outer bend radius male die member;cold forming a central bend radius in a central position spaced from the outer position and within the final arc of the angled corner of the continuous advanced high strength metal sheet with a central bend radius male die member;cold forming an inner bend radius in an inner position spaced from the outer position and the central position and within a final arc of the angled corner of the continuous advanced high strength metal sheet with an inner bend radius male die member;utilizing a progressive die forming apparatus to perform each of the cold forming and transferring operations; andtransferring the angled corner between each of the bend radius male die members by manipulating the continuous advanced high strength metal sheet;wherein the cold forming the outer bend radius occurs before the cold forming the central bend radius, which cold forming the central bend radius occurs before the cold forming the inner bend radius.2. The method of incremental ...

METHOD OF DESIGNING PRESS-FORMED PRODUCT, PRESS-FORMING DIE, PRESS-FORMED PRODUCT, AND METHOD OF PRODUCING PRESS-FORMED PRODUCT

There is a need to suppress falling or rising of an end of a press-formed product and twisting of the press-formed product due to springback to suppress a shape defect of the press-formed product due to the springback and, in designing a shape of a press-formed product produced by press-forming a sheet material, a curvature radius (R) of a concave curved portion and a curvature radius (R) of a convex curved portion of a concave and convex curved shape of an additional shape arranged on the press-formed product where the concave curved portion and the convex curved portion are continuous are set to be the same. 18-. (canceled)9. A method of designing a press-formed product , whereinin designing a shape of a press-formed product produced by press-forming a sheet material,an additional shape having a concave and convex curved shape where a concave curved portion and a convex curved portion are continuous is arranged on the press-formed product, anda curvature radius of the concave curved portion and a curvature radius of the convex curved portion of the concave and convex curved shape are set to be the same.10. The method according to claim 9 , wherein the additional shape is added to improve rigidity of the press-formed product.11. A press-forming die for producing a press-formed product provided with an additional shape having a concave and convex curved shape where a concave curved portion and a convex curved portion are continuous from a sheet material claim 9 , whereinthe press-forming die is provided with a die member including shoulder portions that each form the concave curved portion and the convex curved portion of the concave and convex curved shape of the additional shape arranged on the press-formed product, andcurvature radii of the shoulder portions of the die member are the same.12. The press-forming die according to claim 11 , wherein the additional shape is added to improve rigidity of the press-formed product.13. A press-formed product produced by ...

STAMPING DIES AND GUIDED RETAINER DEVICES FOR USE IN SAME

A guided retainer for movably coupling a holder to a plate of a stamping die for use in a press including a pin having an enlarged portion. A bushing received on and slidable relative to the pin into an abutting relationship with the enlarged portion. When the guided retainer is assembled with the holder and the plate, the guided retainer is capable of transferring motion of the holder to the plate during movement of the press to an opened position for insertion of a workpiece into the stamping die. The pin includes a groove and a retainer plate that is received in the groove. A stamping die configured to be used in a press to modify a workpiece. The stamping die including a holder that is adapted to be coupled to the press. A plate that is spaced apart from the holder and a guided retainer. 1. A guided retainer for movably coupling a holder to a plate of a stamping die for use in a press , the guided retainer comprising:a pin that has a first end and a second end, the first end having an enlarged portion separated from the second end by an offset; anda bushing that is received on and is slidable relative to the pin into an abutting relationship with the offset,wherein when the guided retainer is assembled with the holder and the plate, the guided retainer is capable of transferring motion of the holder to the plate during movement of the press to an opened position for insertion of a workpiece into the stamping die.2. The guided retainer of claim 1 , wherein the pin includes a groove in a circumference of the pin proximate the second end.3. The guided retainer of claim 2 , wherein the guided retainer includes a retainer plate that is received in the groove claim 2 , the retainer plate being configured to receive a fastener for coupling the retainer plate to the plate.4. The guided retainer of claim 3 , wherein the retainer plate comprises a pair of plates that are received in the groove.5. The guided retainer of claim 3 , wherein the pin defines a longitudinal axis ...

System for Marking Containers

The invention comprises a means for providing customizable identification symbols to a metal container using a custom, portable tool for stamping the symbols onto the external surface of the container. 1. A tool for marking malleable surfaces with an image , said tool comprising:a. A flat violin shaped object having a length, a width, a thickness, a first end and a second end, two side edges, a top surface and a bottom surface,b. a widened section at the first end sized to fit into the palm of the hand of a user,c. a curved working face at the second end,d. a raised relief of said image said relief in a mirror view,e. a narrowing in the width at a point ½ to ⅔ of the distance from the first end to the second end thereby forming a waist,f. an oval indentation in the top surface at a location ½ to ⅔ of the distance from the first end to the second end, said indentation sized to accommodate a user's thumb, and,g. a channel cut across the width of the bottom surface at the approximate location of the waist, said channel sized to accommodate a user's forefinger.2. The tool of wherein the raised relief is comprised of a solid structure having a pentagonal cross-section with a flat edge of the pentagon attached to the working face and an apex of the pentagon forming a point of contact with the malleable surface.3. A marking system for a malleable surface comprising:a. an identifier for facilitating the visual discrimination of the container from other similar containers, the identifier comprising an image,b. a stamping tool comprising a body portion fixably attached to a working face, wherein the body portion provides means for advantageously exerting a manual force on the working face against the external surface of the malleable surface and wherein said working face contains the identifier symbol set as raised symbols in mirror image.4. The marking system of wherein the raised symbols are comprised of a solid structure having a pentagonal cross-section with a flat edge ...

SAFETY CLUTCH

A safety clutch for releasable securing of a post for a body piercing is disclosed. The post is guided through hole in a plate to be secured (but removable) between a pair of cantilever spring elements bent from the edges of the plate into position on the back side of the plate. A dome shield is also secured to the edge of plate to cover the cantilever spring elements on back side of the clutch, the dome shield including one or more ventilation holes for reducing moisture accumulation within the dome shield. The dome shield blocks an end of the post extending between the cantilever spring elements from contacting the user and possibly puncturing skin. The plate, dome shield and cantilever spring elements can be efficiently manufactured by forming and stamping from a single piece of material. 1. A clutch for securing a post in a body piercing , comprising:a plate section having a post hole therethrough and a pair of cantilever spring elements extending from opposite edges of the plate section and proximate to one another and aligned such that the cantilever spring elements partially intersect opposite sides of an imaginary cylindrical surface extending perpendicularly from the post hole on a backside of the plate section; anda dome shield for blocking the post and enclosing the cantilever spring elements and secured to the plate section such that the imaginary cylindrical surface intersects the dome shield, the dome shield including at least one ventilation hole for reducing moisture accumulation within the dome shield.2. The clutch of claim 1 , wherein the at least one ventilation hole comprises a pair of ventilation holes in opposite surfaces of the dome shield.3. The clutch of claim 2 , wherein the pair of ventilation holes each comprise a tapered shape extending into the dome shield and forming a stop limiting deflection of the cantilever spring elements.4. The clutch of claim 2 , wherein the pair of ventilation holes are disposed behind the cantilever spring ...

Multiple Bay Staging Assembly for a Shell Press Assembly

A staging assembly for a shell press assembly sheet feeder assembly is provided. The shell press assembly includes an infeed and the sheet feeder assembly. The sheet feeder assembly includes a feeder actuator. The feeder actuator has a first path and a second path. The staging assembly includes a staging assembly frame assembly. The staging assembly frame assembly defines a first sheet bay and a second sheet bay. The first sheet bay is structured to temporarily support a first number of material sheets. The second sheet bay structured to temporarily support a second number of material sheets. 1. (canceled)2. The staging assembly of wherein:the first sheet bay and the staging bay disposed adjacent the feeder actuator first path; andthe second sheet bay and the staging bay disposed adjacent the feeder actuator second path.3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. A staging assembly for a shell press assembly sheet feeder assembly claim 5 , the shell press assembly including an infeed and the sheet feeder assembly claim 5 , the sheet feeder assembly including a feeder actuator claim 5 , the feeder actuator having a first path and a second path claim 5 , the staging assembly comprising:a staging assembly frame assembly defining a first sheet bay, a second sheet bay, a support bay, and a staging bay;the first sheet bay structured to temporarily support a first number of material sheets;the second sheet bay structured to temporarily support a second number of material sheets;the support bay structured to support the feeder actuator;the first sheet bay disposed immediately adjacent the support bay;the second sheet bay disposed immediately adjacent the support bay;the first sheet bay disposed immediately adjacent the staging bay; andthe second sheet bay disposed immediately adjacent the staging bay.6. The staging assembly of wherein the staging bay is structured to move a sheet from the staging bay to the infeed.7. (canceled)8. The sheet feeder assembly of wherein:the first sheet bay ...

TWO-PART HUB FOR A TORSIONAL VIBRATION DAMPER AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

Two-part hubs for torsional vibration dampers are disclosed that have a main body made of a softer material than a seal nose and do not require a welded joint to join them together. The main body has a plate defining a front face and a back face, an annular core extending axially outward from the back face of the plate and defining an innermost, outer radial surface and a first bore through the main body, and an outermost, radial, elastomer-receiving surface spaced apart from the innermost outer radial surface by the plate. The seal nose is mated to the innermost, outer radial surface of the annular core and mechanically engaged with the main body for rotation together. Torsional vibration dampers that include the two-part hubs are also disclosed, as well as a front end accessory drive including the same, and methods of manufacturing the two-part hubs. 1. A hub for a torsional vibration damper comprising: a plate having a front face and a back face;', 'an annular core extending axially outward from the back face of the plate and defining an innermost, outer radial surface and defining a first bore through the main body,', 'an outermost, radial, elastomer-receiving surface spaced apart from the innermost outer radial surface by the plate; and, 'a main body comprisinga seal nose mated to the innermost, outer radial surface of the annular core and mechanically engaged with the main body for rotation together without a welded joint;wherein the main body comprises a first material and the seal nose comprises a second material, wherein the first material and the second material are different in that the first material is softer than the second material.2. The hub of claim 1 , wherein the seal nose has a front face seated in contact with the plate.3. The hub of claim 2 , wherein the seal nose includes a shoulder proximate but spaced a distance apart from a terminus of the annular core.4. The hub of claim 1 , wherein the innermost claim 1 , outer radial surface of the main ...

WEB COMPONENT AND METHOD OF MAKING A WEB COMPONENT

A web component suitable for use with a snap-fit assembly is disclosed herein. The web component includes, but is not limited to, a sheet metal member that has a periphery and a first side and a second side. The sheet metal member also includes a plurality of protrusions that extend from a first surface of the first side and from a second surface of the second side. The plurality of protrusions are disposed proximate a portion of the periphery and are configured to engage a female receiver associated with the snap-fit assembly. 1. A web component suitable for use with a snap-fit assembly , the web component comprising:a substantially planar sheet metal member having a periphery, a first side and a second side, the sheet metal member including a plurality of protrusions extending from a first surface of the first side and from a second surface of the second side, the plurality of protrusions disposed proximate a portion of the periphery and configured to engage a female receiver associated with the snap-fit assembly.2. The web component of claim 1 , wherein each protrusion of the plurality of protrusions alternates between the first surface and the second surface.3. The web component of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of protrusions are disposed in a substantially continuous and uninterrupted pattern along the portion of the periphery.4. The web component of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of protrusions are disposed in an intermittent pattern along the portion of the periphery.5. The web component of claim 1 , wherein the portion of the periphery comprises substantially all of the periphery.6. The web component of claim 1 , wherein the sheet metal member comprises a rib element.7. The web component of claim 1 , wherein the sheet metal member comprises a spar element.8. The web component of claim 7 , further comprising the female receiver disposed on one of the first surface and the second surface.9. The web component of claim 8 , wherein the female receiver is ...

Forming Finished Parts Using a Movable Gantry Press and a Plurality of Die Assemblies

Systems, devices, and methods for fabricating finished parts include a system that includes a plurality of die assemblies located at a plurality of respective locations, each die assembly being configured to fabricate a respective finished part. The system further includes a movable gantry press and a robot, each configured to move between the plurality of respective locations. The system further includes a controller configured to receive a input to fabricate a finished part and identify a die assembly of the plurality of die assemblies. The controller is further configured to instruct the movable gantry press and the robot to move to the location of the die assembly. The controller is further configured to instruct the robot to load a blank into the die assembly, and instruct the movable gantry press to operate the die assembly to fabricate the finished part. 1. A system for fabricating finished parts , the system comprising:a plurality of die assemblies located at a plurality of respective locations, each die assembly being configured to fabricate a respective finished part;a movable gantry press configured to move between the plurality of respective locations and selectively operate the plurality of die assemblies;a first robot configured to move between the plurality of respective locations and load a respective blank into each die assembly of the plurality of die assemblies; and receive a first input to fabricate a first finished part;', 'identify a first die assembly of the plurality of die assemblies;', 'instruct the movable gantry press to move to the location of the first die assembly;', 'instruct the first robot to move to the location of the first die assembly;', 'instruct the first robot to load a first blank into the first die assembly; and', 'instruct the movable gantry press to operate the first die assembly to fabricate the first finished part., 'a controller configured to2. The system of further comprising a press rail system claim 1 , the movable ...

DIE MODULE SET FOR PRESSING TOOLS FOR PRODUCING SCREWS

A die module set () for a pressing tool for producing screws, threaded bolts and ball pins includes two different cores () and two different reinforcement rings () being designed to be coordinated in a way that a first die () including a first core () and the reinforcement rings () or alternatively a second die () including the other core () and only one of the reinforcement rings () can be composed thereof. 1. A die module set for a pressing tool , comprising:a first core including a first inner diameter and a first outer diameter;a second core including a second inner diameter and a second outer diameter, the second outer diameter of the second core being greater than the first diameter of the first core;a first reinforcement ring having a third inner diameter and a third outer diameter, the third outer diameter of the first reinforcement ring being identical to the second outer diameter of the second core; and the first outer diameter of the first core and the third inner diameter of the first reinforcement ring as well as the third outer diameter of the first reinforcement ring and the fourth inner diameter of the second reinforcement ring being coordinated in a way that a first die including the first core, the first reinforcement ring and the second reinforcement ring can be composed thereof, and', 'the second outer diameter of the second core and the fourth inner diameter of the second reinforcement ring being coordinated in a way that alternatively a second die including the second core and the second reinforcement ring, but not including the first reinforcement ring can be composed thereof., 'a second reinforcement ring having a fourth inner diameter and a fourth outer diameter,'}2. The die module set of claim 1 , wherein the second inner diameter of the second core is greater than the first inner diameter of the first core.3. The die module set of claim 1 , whereinthe first outer diameter of the first core and the third inner diameter of the first ...

PRESS-FORMING DIE

A press-forming die () includes a die () having a die corner (), which follows along an inward-facing corner () of a blank sheet (), and a punch () having a punch corner (). A corner groove () extends along a portion of the punch corner at which leading surfaces () and a side surface () intersect in a relative stroke direction (X) of the punch. The corner groove is shaped such that its groove width (W) decreases in the stroke direction and converges at a punch corner center (C). A shoulder radius (Rps) of punch shoulders (S), which are portions along which the corner groove and the leading surfaces intersect with the side surface, a sheet thickness (t) of the blank sheet (), and a flange length (Ls) at both ends of the inward-facing corner preferably satisfy the relationship t≦Rps≦Ls. 1. A press-forming die configured to press-form at least a region around an inward-facing corner of a blank sheet to form , on the blank sheet , a curved corner flange that rises from an inner edge of the inward-facing corner , and first and second side flanges that respectively extend from opposite sides of the corner flange , the press-forming die comprising:a die having a curved die corner shaped to form the curved corner flange and first and second die sides configured to respectively form the first and second side flanges; anda punch having a curved punch corner and first and second punch sides that are configured to respectively cooperate with the curved die corner and the first and second die sides;wherein a corner groove is defined in the curved punch corner and extends along a portion of the punch at which leading surfaces and a side surface of the punch intersect in a stroke direction of the punch; andthe corner groove is shaped such that its groove width decreases in a direction moving away from the leading surfaces in the stroke direction and converges at a punch corner center on the side surface of the punch.2. The press-forming die according to claim 1 , wherein:groove ...

LEAD FRAME FOR A BATTERY MODULE

The present disclosure includes a battery module having a power assembly that includes a plurality of battery cells and a plurality of bus bars that electrically couples a terminal of each of the plurality of battery cells to a terminal of an adjacent battery cell of the plurality of battery cells. The battery module also includes a lead frame that includes a plurality of cell taps respectively electrically coupled to the plurality of bus bars of the power assembly, and a plurality of leads that extends from the plurality of cell taps. The lead frame also includes a plurality of broken interconnects that electrically isolates the plurality of cell taps from one another and electrically isolates the plurality of leads from one another. 1. A battery module , comprising: a plurality of battery cells; and', 'a plurality of bus bars that electrically couples a terminal of each of the plurality of battery cells to a terminal of an adjacent battery cell of the plurality of battery cells;, 'a power assembly, comprising a plurality of cell taps respectively electrically coupled to corresponding ones of the plurality of bus bars of the power assembly;', 'a plurality of leads that extends from the plurality of cell taps; and', 'a plurality of broken interconnects that electrically isolates the plurality of cell taps from one another and electrically isolates the plurality of leads from one another., 'a lead frame, comprising2. The battery module of claim 1 , comprising a housing cover that is insert molded around the lead frame.3. The battery module of claim 2 , wherein the housing cover comprises a plurality of access holes that are respectively aligned with the plurality of broken interconnects of the lead frame.4. The battery module of claim 3 , wherein the plurality of access holes is disposed only on a bottom face of the housing cover.5. The battery module of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of bus bars electrically couples the plurality of battery cells in series.6. The ...

DESIGN FEATURES OF DISSIMILAR MATERIAL - REINFORCED BLANKS AND EXTRUSIONS FOR FORMING

A method of adding a reinforcement to a metal blank prior to a forming process. The reinforcement is attached via ultrasonic additive manufacturing (UAM) to create a composite blank which is then subjected to a forming process to bend and deform the composite blank and form a reinforced vehicle component. The reinforcement is placed on the metal blank such that after being subjected to the forming process, there is reinforcement in key areas of the formed vehicle component. The reinforcement results in the final formed vehicle component having enhanced properties such as lower density, increased strength, stiffness, or energy absorption capabilities. 1. A method of preparing a vehicle component comprising:providing a metal blank comprising a first metal, and a metal reinforcement comprising a second metal,ultrasonic welding the reinforcement to the metal blank to provide a composite blank, anddeforming the composite blank to form the vehicle component;wherein the reinforcement comprises a stack of one or more metal layers, andwherein if the reinforcement comprises two or more metal layers, the two or more metal layers are ultrasonically welded to each other.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein deforming includes cold stamping.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein before ultrasonic welding claim 1 , the reinforcement is arranged at a predetermined location relative to the metal blank such that after deforming claim 1 , the reinforcement provides a reinforced region at a desired location on the vehicle component.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the second metal is different from the first metal and the second metal is at least one of stronger and stiffer than the first metal.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the first metal is an aluminum or aluminum-based alloy and the second metal is a steel or steel-based alloy.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein before ultrasonic welding claim 1 , the reinforcement is arranged in a ...

FORMING DIE ASSEMBLY

A forming die assembly includes an upper die including a first backup member and a first press member that is attached to the first backup member, has an L shape in a vertical sectional view, and is heat-resistant; and a lower die including a second backup member and a second press member that is attached to the second backup member, has an L shape in the vertical sectional view, and is heat-resistant. The first press member and the second press member press upper and lower surfaces of a workpiece accommodated in a press space that is formed between the first press member and the second press member, so as to produce a forged product. 1. A forming die assembly comprising:an upper die including a first backup member and a first press member that is attached to the first backup member, has an L shape in a vertical sectional view, and is heat-resistant; anda lower die including a second backup member and a second press member that is attached to the second backup member, has an L shape in the vertical sectional view, and is heat-resistant,wherein the first press member and the second press member press upper and lower surfaces of a workpiece accommodated in a press space that is formed between the first press member and the second press member, so as to produce a forged product.2. The forming die assembly according to claim 1 , wherein each of the first press member and the second press member is formed by two plate members.3. The forming die assembly according to claim 1 , wherein each of the first press member and the second press member is formed of ceramic.4. The forming die assembly according to claim 1 , wherein:one of the upper die and the lower die is provided with a recess and the other of the upper die and the lower die is provided with a projection; andthe projection is fitted to the recess when the forming die assembly is in a closed state in which the upper die and the lower die are fitted to each other.5. The forming die assembly according to claim 4 , ...

METHOD AND PRESS FOR PRODUCING SHEET METAL PARTS THAT ARE HARDENED AT LEAST IN REGIONS

A method for producing a sheet metal part with a press includes the steps of heating a sheet metal blank at least in regions to a above the austenitizing temperature Ac3, inserting the heated sheet metal blank into a forming tool station of the press, hot forming the sheet metal blank to the sheet metal part in the forming tool station, during which the press performs a closing movement, holding the forming tool station closed for a first holding time and cooling the formed sheet metal part during the first holding time, transferring the formed sheet metal part into a second tool station, hardening at least regions of the sheet metal part by cooling in the second tool station within the at least one second holding time, wherein the forming tool station during the closing movement of the press from an upper reversal point to a lower reversal point is moved relative to the press by at least one elastic actuating element so that the hot forming is terminated and the step of holding the forming tool station closed starts before the press reaches the lower reversal point. 1. A method for producing a sheet metal part which is hardened at least in regions in a press , which has a press table , a press ram and multiple tool stations , comprising the steps of:heating at least regions of a sheet metal blank to a temperature above austenitizing temperature Ac3;inserting the heated sheet metal blank into a first one of the tool stations of the press, said first tool station being configured as forming tool station;hot forming the sheet metal blank to the sheet metal part in the forming tool station, wherein the press during the hot forming step performs a closing movement from an upper reversal point to a lower reversal point;holding the forming tool station closed for a first holding time;cooling the formed sheet metal part during the first holding time;transferring the formed sheet metal part into a second one of the tool stations tool; andhardening the sheet metal part at ...

MID-FRAME MEMBERS

Aspects relating to a mid-frame member () and methods of forming the mid-frame member () are described. In an example, the mid-frame member () includes a first planar component () having a plurality of first trapezoid-shaped grooves () and formed of a first metal. The mid-frame member () also includes a second planar component () having a plurality of second trapezoid-shaped grooves () and formed of a second metal. A crest between adjacent second trapezoid-shaped grooves () cooperates with a first trapezoid-shaped groove to form dovetail joints between the first planar component () and the second planar component (). 1. A mid-frame member comprising:a first planar component comprising a plurality of first trapezoid-shaped grooves formed along an inner perimeter of the first planar component in a plane of the first planar component, the first planar component being formed of a first metal; anda second planar component comprising a plurality of second trapezoid-shaped grooves formed along an outer perimeter of the second planar component in a plane of the second planar component, the second planar component being formed of a second metal, wherein a crest between adjacent second trapezoid-shaped grooves in the second planar component cooperates with a first trapezoid-shaped groove in the first planar component to form a plurality of dovetail joints between the first planar component and the second planar component.2. The mid-frame member as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first metal is one of aluminum and an alloy thereof claim 1 , and wherein the second metal is one of magnesium and an alloy thereof.3. The mid-frame member as claimed in further comprising a coupling element longitudinally extending along the plane of one of the first planar component and of the second planar component to join the first planar component and the second planar component.4. The mid-frame member as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the coupling element is formed integrally with one of the ...

INTERPOSER APPARATUS AND METHODS

Embodiments of the present disclosure describe interposer apparatus and methods for their fabrication and use. In some embodiments, an interposer includes a first frame having a first opening, a second frame having a second opening, and a body frame, disposed between the first frame and the second frame. A first end portion of a pin is disposed in the first opening, a second end portion of the pin is disposed in the second opening, and a body portion of the pin is disposed in the body opening between the first and second frames. Other embodiments may be described and/or claimed. 1. An apparatus , comprising:a pin having a first end portion, a body portion, and a second end portion, the body portion being disposed between the first end portion and the second end portion;a first frame having a first opening extending from a first surface of the first frame to a second surface of the first frame;a second frame having a second opening extending from a first surface of the second frame to a second surface of the second frame; anda body frame, disposed between the second surface of the first frame and the first surface of the second frame, having a body opening extending from a first surface of the body frame to a second surface of the body frame;wherein the first end portion of the pin is disposed in the first opening, the second end portion of the pin is disposed in the second opening, and the body portion of the pin is disposed in the body opening between the first and second frames.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the body opening includes an oblong slot extending along the first surface of the body frame.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the pin is a first pin claim 2 , and the apparatus further comprises:a second pin having a first end portion, a body portion, and second end portion, wherein the body portion of the second pin is disposed in the slot with the body portion of the first pin, the first end portion of the second pin is disposed in an opening in ...

METAL PLATE FORMING METHOD AND FORMING DEVICE

A plurality of protruding portions is formed in a metal plate material through a plurality of steps by use of forming tools each of which includes a die and a punch. An arrangement pitch between a concave portion and a convex portion for use in forming the protruding portions in the die and the punch that are used in a post-process is made narrower than an arrangement pitch between a concave portion and a convex portion for use in forming the protruding portions in the die and the punch that are used in a pre-process. 1. A forming method for forming a metal plate material , the forming method forming a plurality of protruding portions in the metal plate material through a plurality of steps by use of a forming tool that has a die and a punch ,wherein an arrangement pitch between a concave portion and a convex portion, which are used to form protruding portions, in a die and a punch that are used in a post-process is made narrower than an arrangement pitch between a concave portion and a convex portion, which are used to form protruding portions, in a die and a punch that are used in a pre-process.2. The forming method according to claim 1 , comprising a first step claim 1 , a second step claim 1 , and a third step claim 1 ,wherein an arrangement pitch, which is used in the second step, between a concave portion and a convex portion that are used to form protruding portions is made narrower than an arrangement pitch between a concave portion and a convex portion, which are used to form protruding portions, in a die and a punch that are used in the first step, andwherein an arrangement pitch, which is used in the third step, between a concave portion and a convex portion that are used to form protruding portions is made narrower than the arrangement pitch between the concave portion and the convex portion, which are used to form protruding portions, in the die and the punch that are used in the first step, and is made wider than the arrangement pitch between the ...

METAL GASKET AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREFOR

Provided is a metal gasket, which is capable of limiting localized decreases in contact pressure of the seal bead and of securing superior sealing over long periods. In order to achieve said purpose, the invention is a metal gasket, in which an opening that is open in the shape of the opening of the space to be sealed and a seal bead that extends along the perimeter of the opening are formed in a metal plate. The seal bead is one in which two or more portions from among half bead portions, fold-up bead portions and full bead portions are continuous with each other. 1. A metal gasket comprising:a metal plate;an opening portion which is provided like an opening shape of a space to be sealed;a seal bead which extends along a periphery of the opening portion; andthe opening portion and the seal bead being formed in the metal plate,wherein the seal bead is structured such that a portion constructed by a half bead and a portion constructed by a flip-up bead are connected to each other.2. A manufacturing method of a metal gasket comprising:a step of forming a bead in a metal plate by a concave mold and a convex mold which are arranged in both sides in a thickness direction of the metal plate; anda step of forming an opening portion in said metal plate, the opening portion in which an opening edge goes through a ridge portion and an inclined portion of said bead.3. A manufacturing method of a metal gasket comprising:a step of forming a bead in a metal plate by a concave mold and a convex mold which are arranged in both sides in a thickness direction of the metal plate; anda step of forming an opening portion in said metal plate, the opening portion in which an opening edge goes through a ridge portion and an inclined portion of said bead,wherein the method previously forms a portion in which the opening edge goes through said ridge portion among said opening portion, before forming said bead. This application is a U.S. National Stage Application of International Application ...

DECK PEDESTAL

A support pedestal for adjustably supporting a building surface component above a fixed surface and including a base member having a base plate that is configured to be placed upon a surface, a support member having a support plate that is configured to support at least one building surface component, and an adjustment apparatus interconnecting the base member and the support member that facilitates adjustment of each of the base member and support member relative to the other of the base member and the support member in numerous manners. The adjustment apparatus includes a first connector receivable in a first receiver attached to and extending away from one of the base plate or support plate, a second connector attachable to the other of the base plate or support plate, and a shaft threadably interconnecting the base and support connectors. 1. A method of making a support pedestal for adjustably supporting a building surface component above a fixed surface , comprising:receiving a first portion of a first connector in a first receiver attached to and extending away from one of a base plate of a base member or a support plate of a support member;attaching a first portion of a second connector to the other of the base plate or the support plate;threadably engaging first shaft threads of a first portion of a shaft with first connector threads of a second portion of the first connector; andthreadably engaging second shaft threads of a second portion of the shaft with second connector threads of a second portion of the second connector; wherein the base member, support member, first connector, second connector and shaft collectively comprise a support pedestal; wherein rotation of the first connector adjusts a distance between the base plate and the support plate; and wherein rotation of the shaft adjusts a distance between the base plate and the support plate.2. The method of claim 1 , further including:fixedly attaching a nut to the second portion of the first ...

METAL SEPARATOR MOLDING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MOLDING METAL SEPARATOR

A metal separator molding device is provided for molding a metal separator by press-molding a thin plate-shaped base material by using a first die and a second die capable of moving towards and away from each other. The metal separator molding device has a first heating part for heating the thin plate-shaped base material, a channel-processing part for pressing the thin plate-shaped base material heated by the first heating part using the first die and the second die to form channels through which a medium flows, and a controller for controlling the operations of the first heating part and the channel-processing part. 1. A metal separator molding device for molding a metal separator for press-molding a thin plate-shaped base material using a first die and a second die capable of moving towards and away from each other , the metal separator molding device comprising:a first heating part configured to heat the thin plate-shaped base material;a processing part configured to press the thin plate-shaped base material heated by the first heating part using the first die and the second die to form channels through which a medium flows;a second heating part configured to heat an area of an outer periphery of the thin plate-shaped base material where the channels are formed, the second heating part being provided to the processing part; and a controller configured to control operations of the first and second heating parts and the processing part, the controller being further configured to control the second heating part to heat the area of the outer periphery with the channels while the channels are being formed by the first die and the second die.2. The metal separator molding device according to claim 1 , whereinthe second heating part is configured to heat four corners of a rectangular-shaped area.3. The metal separator molding device according to claim 1 , further comprisinga plurality of insulating parts arranged to insulate and divide the areas of the outer periphery ...

METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING VARIATION FACTOR PORTION OF SPRINGBACK AMOUNT

A method for identifying a variation factor portion of a springback amount, including: performing press forming analysis under first press forming conditions, and calculating a residual stress distribution in a press formed part; performing springback analysis on the press formed part, and calculating a first springback amount; performing press forming analysis under second press forming conditions, and calculating a residual stress distribution in the press formed part; replacing a value of residual stress in a partial area of the residual stress distribution; performing springback analysis on the press formed part for which the value of the residual stress has been replaced, and calculating a second springback amount; obtaining a difference between the second springback amount and the first springback amount; and identifying a portion in the press formed part that is a factor for variation in springback amount of the press formed part based on the obtained difference. 1. A method for identifying a variation factor portion of a springback amount , the method identifying a portion in a press formed part that is a factor for variation in a springback amount when variation occurs in the springback amount in the press formed part due to scattering in press forming conditions , and comprising:performing press forming analysis under first press forming conditions set in advance, and calculating a residual stress distribution in a press formed part at a press forming bottom dead center;performing springback analysis on the press formed part for which the calculated residual stress distribution has been set, and calculating a first springback amount to be caused in the press formed part;performing press forming analysis under second press forming conditions set differently from the first press forming conditions within a range of the scattering in press forming conditions, and calculating a residual stress distribution in the press formed part at the press forming bottom ...

PUNCHING APPARATUS

A punching apparatus according to the present disclosure includes a punch and a die for forming a punching die for punching a predetermined shape from a workpiece, and performs a punching process for punching a shape of the punching die by the punch from the workpiece positioned on the die, the punching apparatus including a detection device and a determination device. The detection device includes measurers and acquires a horizontal component force generated in a direction of each of two axes orthogonal to each other in a plane orthogonal to an axis along a punching direction of the punch, among forces generated when the workpiece measured by the measurers is punched. The determination device determines whether or not a defect occurs in the punch or the die based on the horizontal component force acquired by the detection device. 1. A punching apparatus , which includes a punch and a die for forming a punching die for punching a predetermined shape from a workpiece , and performs a punching process for punching a shape of the punching die by the punch from the workpiece positioned on the die , the punching apparatus comprising:a detection device that includes a plurality of measurers and acquires a horizontal component force generated in a direction of each of two axes orthogonal to each other in a plane orthogonal to an axis along a punching direction of the punch, among forces generated when the workpiece measured by the plurality of measurers is punched; anda determination device that determines whether or not a defect occurs in the punch or the die based on the horizontal component force acquired by the detection device.2. The punching apparatus of claim 1 ,wherein the number of the plurality of measurers is at least three, andwherein each of the plurality of measurers is disposed on the same plane orthogonal to an axis along the punching direction.3. The punching apparatus of claim 2 ,wherein each of the plurality of measurers is disposed in each of three ...

SUPPORT BRACKET, MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF, AND ELECTRIC POWER-STEERING APPARATUS

A support bracket structure is realized, in which the support bracket is made using a metal plate and sufficient strength and rigidity thereof can be maintained, and the production costs thereof can be kept sufficiently low by improving the yield of material. A support bracket for supporting the front end section of a steering column by way of a housing of an electric power-steering apparatus is manufactured by using a press to punch out and bend a metal plate. By devising the dimensions and bending direction of each part, the yield of material is improved, while at the same time the height dimensions of the first side plate section and the second side plate section required for maintaining the support rigidity under a heavy load is maintained. 1. A support bracket for supporting a steering column made by punching and bending a metal plate into a single piece having a left and right asymmetrical shape , and comprising:a base plate section that is provided in the width direction on a rear end section of the support bracket;a pair of left and right rear installation plate sections that are provided on both end sections in the width direction of the base plate section;a first extended section and a second extended section that extend forward from the edge on the front end of these rear installation plate sections;a first side plate section that is bent upward from an edge on the inside in the width direction of the first extended section;a second side plate section that is bent upward from an edge on the outside in the width direction of the second extended section;a first front installation plate section that is provided in a state of being bent outward in the width direction from the edge on the top end of the first side plate section; anda second front installation plate section that is provided in a state of being bent outward in the width direction from the edge on the top end of the second side plate section.2. The support bracket according to further comprising: ...

Mechanical Applicator for use in Stamping Die Process to Apply Thermo-Chromatic Ink to Aluminum Heat Treated Panels

A system and method for applying a marking to a part in a stamping die is provided by the present disclosure. The system includes a mechanical application device having a controlled volume of a marking medium that is coupled to movement of the stamping die. In one form, the controlled volume of the marking medium is not regulated by either an external pneumatic source of an external electrical source. 1. A system for applying a marking to a part in a stamping die comprising a mechanical application device having a controlled volume of a marking medium that is coupled to movement of the stamping die.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the controlled volume of the marking medium is not regulated by either an external pneumatic source or an external electrical source.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the mechanical application device is mounted to an upper die of the stamping die for coupling the controlled volume of the marking medium to the movement of the stamping die.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the marking medium is thermo-chromatic ink.5. The system according to claim 4 , wherein the mechanical application device comprises:a housing defining an internal fluid reservoir and a flange disposed at a lower end portion;a ball disposed within the housing and defining a seal at the lower end portion of the housing;a retaining member secured to an upper portion of the housing;a resilient member disposed within the housing and in contact with the ball and the retaining member; anda lower end surface applicator disposed at a lower portion of the flange.6. The system according to further comprising an o-ring disposed within the lower end surface of the housing and spaced radially away from the ball claim 5 , wherein a void is defined between the ball claim 5 , the void being configured to receive the thermo-chromatic ink.7. The system according to claim 5 , wherein the lower end surface comprises a peripheral ledge extending radially away ...

SURFACE TREATMENT FOR METALLIC COMPONENTS

A component for an electronic device can include a metal injection molded (MIM) metallic body that at least partially defines an exterior surface. The metallic body can have an average porosity less than 1% in a first region that extends from the external surface to a depth of at least 100 microns below the external surface, and an average porosity greater than 1% in a second region adjacent to the first region. 1. A component for an electronic device , comprising:a metallic body at least partially defining an exterior surface;the metallic body having a porosity less than 1% in a first region that extends from the external surface to a depth of at least 100 microns; andthe metallic body having a porosity greater than 1% in a second region adjacent to the first region.2. The component of claim 1 , wherein the metallic body comprises a metal injection molded body.3. The component of claim 1 , wherein the metallic body has a porosity less than 0.5% in the first region.4. The component of claim 1 , wherein the metallic body comprises steel.5. The component of claim 1 , wherein the metallic body comprises aluminum.6. The component of claim 1 , wherein the metallic body has fewer than 1000 pores per cubic millimeter in the first region.7. The component of claim 1 , wherein the metallic body has an average pore size of less than about 3 microns in the first region.8. The component of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the exterior surface is polished.9. The component of claim 1 , wherein the exterior surface comprises an exterior surface of the electronic device.10. The component of claim 1 , wherein the component comprises a SIM tray.11. A method of treating a component for an electronic device claim 1 , comprisingcontacting a first metallic surface of the component with a tool, the tool exerting a pressure of at least 100 bar on the first metallic surface and translating across the first metallic surface at a rate of at least 1.25 meters per minute (m/min);contacting a ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLED SYNTHESIS OF NANODIAMONDS

Method and system for controlled nanodiamond synthesis based on treating of a specially prepared solid carbon source target including carbon containing material in liquid media by irradiation energy beam focused at a predetermined distance from the target surface and having parameters to produce a light-hydraulic effect impacting the target surface and leading to the forming of diamond nanocrystals. 130-. (canceled)31. A method of controlled synthesis of nanodiamonds comprising steps of;providing a carbon source target including carbon containing material;providing a layer of liquid on the surface of said carbon source target;generating an irradiation energy beam; andfocusing said irradiation energy beam on a selected area located within the layer of liquid at a predetermined distance from the surface of said carbon source target.32. The method of wherein said carbon source target further includes a binder mixed with said carbon containing material.33. The method of wherein said binder includes low melting solid hydrocarbons.34. The method of wherein said low melting solid hydrocarbons includes an organic wax.35. The method of wherein said liquid includes water.36. The method of wherein said water is deionized water.37. The method of wherein said layer of liquid on the surface of the carbon source target is provided by immersing the carbon source target into the liquid.38. The method of wherein said carbon containing material includes at least one of fullerene claim 31 , amorphous carbon claim 31 , graphite and claim 31 , solid hydrocarbons.39. The method of wherein said carbon containing material is in a form of soot.40. The method of wherein said irradiation energy beam is produced by at least one laser.41. The method of wherein said at least one laser being operated at least one wavelength within the range of about 532 to 1320 nm.42. The method of wherein said irradiation energy beam is produced by at least one laser pulse.43. The method of wherein said at least ...

BENDING DIE HAVING SURFACE MICROSTRUCTURES AND BENDING PUNCH THEREOF

Provided are a bending die having surface microstructures and a bending punch thereof applicable to stamping processing to bend a blank to form a shape. The bending die includes a lower die, an upper die, and a workpiece placing piece. The lower die includes a die, and the die includes a forming surface. The upper die includes a bending punch, the bending punch stamps a blank placed on the die in a back and forth stroke, and the bending punch includes a working portion coming into contact with the blank during stamping. The workpiece placing piece is disposed between the upper die and the lower die and used to position or/and press the blank placed on the die. A plurality of microstructures are disposed on the forming surface and/or on the surface of the working portion. 1. A bending die having surface microstructures , applicable to stamping processing to bend a blank to form a shape , the bending die comprising:a lower die, disposed on a die base, the lower die comprising a die, and the die comprising a forming surface;an upper die, comprising a bending punch, the bending punch stamping a blank placed on the die in a back and forth stroke, and the bending punch comprising a working portion coming into contact with the blank during stamping; anda workpiece placing piece, disposed between the upper die and the lower die, and used to position or press the blank placed on the die;wherein a plurality of microstructures are disposed on the forming surface and/or on the surface of the working portion,wherein the plurality of the microstructures are in the pattern of a plurality of grooves or a plurality of concaves or a combination of a plurality of grooves and a plurality of concaves,wherein the plurality of grooves of the microstructures are arranged intersecting each other or parallel to each other.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. The bending die according to claim 2 , wherein the microstructures are arranged at intervals.7. (canceled)8. The ...

MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR HEAT TRANSFER PIPE SUPPORT STRUCTURE OF NUCLEAR STEAM GENERATOR

Heat transfer tube support structure manufacturing method of a nuclear power steam generator, a roll form and the first planarization step the base material by unscrewing from the roll flattening by a rolling device, the length is set based on the base material over the first flattening step in a rectangular shape and a cutting step of cutting a longer, a second planarization step is to cross-section flattened by the rough base material cutting step of the arc-shaped in a rolling device, the secure the base to the plate at one side to form a coarse base material and the same surface a second planarization step and a step of fixing, when a plurality of machined holes which are spaced apart from one side of the base material by a distance toward a predetermined side to the other to form the upper surface of a base material machined with a punching tool in a direction and being spaced at set intervals based on the front and rear ends of the base material punched hole and it shifted to each other to form, and the punching step for cutting the both ends of the base material by a predetermined length, burrs an error range based on the end surface of the base material of the base material lower surface rough punching step of removing processed within 0 mm to 0.2 mm and a deburring step, and the third planarization step of planarizing by a tough base material the deburring step the rolling device, the third washing to remove impurities to a rough base leveling step using any one of washing water or air, and washed heat transfer tube support structure of a nuclear steam generator comprising a packing step for packing for shipment to the rough base material a step to the preparation method. 1. First planarization step by unscrewing the base material in roll form of the roll which flattened by the rolling apparatus;the first planarization step over cutting a predetermined length longer than the base material in a rectangular shape;the second flattening step of flattening the ...

METHOD OF MANUFACTURING AN IMPROVED DISPOSABLE LID

In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, there is provided an improved disposable aluminum lids configured for use with a pan. The lid has a continuously rolled lip around a skirt that when placed on the pan is bent to secure the two together. The rolled lip around the entire periphery of the skirt includes both the sides and the corners of the improved disposable aluminum lid. This significantly reduces the possibility of cuts and injuries to the user with securing the lid to the pan or removing it therefrom. 1. An improved disposable aluminum lid used in combination with a pan , the combination comprising: 'a bottom base terminating into a side wall, the side wall extending continuously around the bottom base to form a well there between, the side wall includes a top edge that extends outwardly away from the well to form a ledge, and wherein the ledge ends into a rolled lip formed; and', 'a pan having a top base terminating around a periphery at an edge,', 'a raised ridge extending around the periphery of the edge,', 'a skirt extending downwardly from the raised ridge and extending continuously around the top base to form a well there-between, the skirt having an internal surface side facing the well and an external surface side, the skirt further having a lower edge configured to extend directly into a rolled lip, and wherein the rolled lip is formed continuously into the lower edge of the skirt and uninterruptedly around the well covering all sides and all corners defined by the lid, and wherein the rolled lip is further configured to abut the external surface side of the skirt; and, 'a lid stamped from aluminum, the lid being configured to includewherein the lid is configured to have a size such that when positioned on top of the pan, the skirt and rolled lip, defined on the lid, hangs over the ledge, defined on the pan, and wherein the skirt and rolled lip are bent against an underside surface, defined on the ledge, the lid and the pan are ...

MICROWAVE COOKING APPLIANCE

The present disclosure discloses a cooking appliance, which includes: a cooking chamber; a tray, which is arranged at a bottom of the cooking chamber; a drive mechanism, which is connected with the tray and which is configured to drive the tray to rotate; and a protrusion, which is formed on a bottom plate of the cooking chamber, and which is located below the tray and near an edge of the tray. The cooking appliance of the embodiment of the present disclosure also has a protrusion formed on the bottom plate of the cooking chamber, and the protrusion is arranged below the tray, which greatly limits a space in which the tray can deflect. Therefore, when the tray has a tendency of turning over under the action of an external force, the tray can only move with a small amplitude, and when it contacts the protrusion, it will immediately have a tendency of moving back to its original position. 1. A cooking appliance , comprising:a cooking chamber;a tray, which is arranged at a bottom of the cooking chamber;a drive mechanism, which is connected with the tray and which is configured to drive the tray to rotate; anda protrusion, which is formed on a bottom plate of the cooking chamber, and which is located below the tray and near an edge of the tray.2. The cooking appliance according to claim 1 , wherein the protrusion is an arc-shaped protruding structure extending in a circumferential direction of the tray.3. The cooking appliance according to claim 2 , wherein a number of the arc-shaped protruding structure is two claim 2 , and the two arc-shaped protruding structures are distributed on the same circumference and arranged at an interval of 180°.4. The cooking appliance according to claim 3 , wherein an arc center angle of the arc-shaped protruding structures is larger than or equal to 90°.5. The cooking appliance according to claim 2 , wherein a number of the arc-shaped protruding structure is three or four claim 2 , and all the arc-shaped protruding structures are ...

FORGING APPARATUS WITH FORGING RAMS GUIDED IN THE DIRECTION OF STROKE AND ACCOMMODATING FORGING TOOLS

The invention relates to a forging apparatus, comprising forging rams () that are guided in the direction of stroke and accommodate forging tools (), and lifting drives () which can be driven by a shaft () and which are supported in a non-positive manner on an abutment () of the forging rams () held under pretension in contact on the lifting drives (). In order to provide simple constructional conditions it is proposed that the shafts () of the lifting drives () comprise two drive cams () which are angularly offset by 180° in relation to each other, are centrally symmetric with respect to the shaft axis, and cooperate with the abutments () of the forging rams (). 143710124710711124. A forging apparatus , comprising forging rams () that are guided in the direction of stroke and accommodate forging tools () , and lifting drives () which can be driven by a shaft () and which are supported in a non-positive manner on an abutment () of the forging rams () held under pretension in contact on the lifting drives () , wherein the shafts () of the lifting drives () comprise two drive cams () which are angularly offset by 180° in relation to each other , are centrally symmetric with respect to the shaft axis , and cooperate with the abutments () of the forging rams ().210711. A forging apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the shaft () of the lifting drives () has an oval cross-section in the region of the drive cams ().3107131712416121. A forging apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the shaft () of the lifting drives () is rotatably guided between two bearing shells ( claim 1 , ) which are arranged in the abutment () of the forging rams () on one hand and in a support bearing () on the other hand which is opposite of said abutment () and is supported in the direction of stroke on the frame ().416101. A forging apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the support bearing () is mounted perpendicularly to the shaft () and is displaceably mounted in the frame () ...

STAMPING TOOL LOCKING TECHNOLOGY

The invention provides a stamping tool retainer assembly comprising a retainer, a moveable lock body, and an automation actuator. The retainer has a tool-mount bore configured to receive a shank of a stamping tool. The moveable lock body has a locked position and an unlocked position. The stamping tool retainer assembly is configured such that the lock body moves from the unlocked position to the locked position in response to actuation of the automation actuator. The automation actuator is a pneumatic actuator, a hydraulic actuator, or an electric actuator. 1. A stamping tool retainer assembly comprising a retainer , a moveable lock body , and an automation actuator , the retainer having a tool-mount bore configured to receive a shank of a stamping tool , the moveable lock body having a locked position and an unlocked position , the stamping tool retainer assembly configured such that the lock body moves from the unlocked position to the locked position in response to actuation of the automation actuator , the automation actuator being a pneumatic actuator , a hydraulic actuator , or an electric actuator.2. The stamping tool retainer assembly of wherein the retainer is a block having generally parallel claim 1 , opposed front and rear faces claim 1 , the tool-mount bore is defined by the retainer and opens through the front face of the retainer.3. The stamping tool retainer assembly of wherein the tool-mount bore is a circular bore configured to snugly receive a cylindrical shank of a stamping tool.4. The stamping tool retainer assembly of wherein the retainer has a plurality of mount openings configured to receive a respective plurality of mounting bolts for bolting the retainer onto a die shoe claim 2 , the retainer further including a plurality of dowel openings configured to receive a respective plurality of locating dowels to facilitate mounting the retainer onto the die shoe.5. The stamping tool retainer assembly of wherein the tool-mount bore claim 4 , the ...

STRIP HOLDING DEVICE FOR THE DIE OF A STAMPING SYSTEM

A metal strip holding device configured to be connected to the die of a stamping system is presented herein. The strip holding device includes a magnetic component and a non-magnetic bracket. The magnetic component has at least one pole shoe. The bracket is configured to be connected to the die. Moreover, the magnetic component is installed into a cavity in the metal bracket. 1. A metal strip holding device configured to be connected to the die of a stamping system , the strip holding device comprising:a magnetic component comprising at least one pole shoe;a bracket configured to be connected to the die; andwherein the magnetic component is installed into a cavity in the bracket.2. The holding device of claim 1 , further comprising a second magnetic component comprising at least one pole shoe.3. The holding device of claim 1 , wherein the bracket is constructed from non-magnetic aluminum claim 1 , bronze claim 1 , or stainless steel.4. The holding device of claim 1 , wherein the bracket has a substantially rectangular shape.5. The holding device of claim 1 , wherein the magnetic component comprises four pole shoes.6. The holding device of claim 1 , wherein the cavity is centrally located in the bracket.7. The holding device of claim 1 , wherein the strip holding device is configured to be installed onto the bottom die of the stamping system.8. The holding device of claim 7 , wherein the strip holding device is configured to be installed onto the rail component of the bottom die.9. A holding device for a strip of steel stock claim 7 , the holding device configured to be connected to the bottom die of a stamping system claim 7 , the strip holding device comprising:a magnetic component comprising at least one pole shoe;a non-magnetic metal bracket having a substantially rectangular shape, the bracket configured to be connected to the rail of the die;wherein the magnetic component is installed into a centrally-located cavity in the metal bracket.10. The holding device ...

TOOL AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING STAMPED PARTS

An upper die part includes an embossing bell, a stripper ring, and an inner shape embossing element. The stripper ring has an embossing surface with a corrugated profile on the embossing surface. A lower die part includes an embossing anvil having a corrugated profile on its embossing surface. The embossing bell and the inner shape embossing element each are provided with an embossing shoulder, which are disposed, with respect to the corrugated profile of the stripper ring, in the stroke direction in such a way that the shoulders can seize the burrs only alter the corrugating step. The corrugating step takes place prior to burr compression. The outer and inner contours of the disk are not able to change positions, but are able to change shapes on the burr side after the corrugating step. 1. A tool for producing stamped disks , comprising:an upper part and a lower part, which form at least one stamping or fine blanking stage for cutting the outer contour and inner contour of a disk blank and at least one corrugating and embossing stage for corrugating the disk blank and for compressing the burrs that developed during cutting, an embossing bell,', 'a stripper ring ring, which is provided with an embossing surface and has a corrugated profile on the embossing surface, and', 'an inner shape embossing element, and wherein the lower die part comprises:', 'an embossing anvil having a corrugated profile on the embossing surface thereof,', 'wherein the embossing bell and the inner shape embossing element are each provided with an embossing shoulder, which are disposed, with respect to the corrugated profile of the stripper ring, in the stroke direction,', 'wherein the shoulders are configured to seize the burrs only after a corrugating operation, and so that the corrugating operation takes place prior to compression of the burr, and the outer contour and inner contour of the disk are not able to change positions, but are able to change shapes on the burr side after said ...

DEVICE FOR PERFORMING STRENGTHENING TREATMENT ON TOOTH ROOT OF GEAR

A device for performing strengthening treatment on a tooth root of a gear, a punch driver, a tooth root strengthening treatment device and a punch moving device are provided according to the present application. The device for performing the strengthening treatment on the tooth root of the gear according to the present application can impact a tooth root of a gear to be processed continuously under the action of the punch driver, and has a high efficiency while having a stable effect. The device in the present application is not limited by a complicated geometrical shape and a narrow space of the tooth root. Thus, it may be known that the devices according to the present application can address the issue of a low efficiency and poor effect in a current shot peening technique during performing the strengthening treatment on the tooth root. 1. A device for performing strengthening treatment on a tooth root of a gear , comprising:a charging and discharging control system;a punch driver;a punch;a positioner;an actuator; anda base driver;wherein the punch driver comprises a base and a coil, and the coil is provided on the base and is connected to the charging and discharging control system for generating a pulsed magnetic field,the punch is provided on the base and is configured to reciprocate with respect to the base, and the punch is opposed to a tooth groove of a gear to be processed, and impact a tooth root of the gear to be processed under an action of the pulsed magnetic field,the positioner is configured to pass through an axial hole of the gear to be processed for supporting the gear to be processed, and the actuator is configured to engage with the gear to be processed, for actuating the gear to be processed to allow the gear to be processed to rotate around the positioner in the case that the punch is in an avoiding state, andthe base driver is configured to drive the base to bring the punch to switch between the avoiding state and an operating state of the ...

TIGHT SPACE PILOT

A tight space pilot, tight space pilot assembly, and related method includes a tight space pilot that can be installed into a die without fasteners, fastener apertures, or added blocks for mounting. The tight space pilot assembly includes ejectors that are retained by the pilot and a retaining ring that holds the tight space pilot in place in a die member. 1. A metal forming die having at least two mutually converging and diverging die members between which a stock piece is shifted longitudinally , the improvements of a pilot assembly , comprising: a generally tapered portion that extends from said second end portion toward the tip of the pilot body, said tip having a diameter that is smaller than said second diameter; and', 'a retaining ring groove located on said first end portion,, 'a pilot body having a first end portion oriented away from the stock piece, with a first diameter, and an oppositely disposed second end portion oriented toward the stock piece, with a second diameter that is larger than said first diameter to define a first shoulder therebetween, and including a first shoulder at the intersection of said first diameter and said third diameter;', 'a second shoulder at the intersection of said second diameter and said third diameter; and, 'at least one ejector pin body having a first end portion oriented away from the stock piece with a first diameter, an oppositely disposed second end portion, with a second diameter oriented toward the stock piece, and a medial portion with a third diameter that is larger than said first diameter and said second diameter disposed between said first end portion and said second end portion; and includinga spring member surrounding at least a portion of said first end portion of said ejector pin body, said spring member having a first end portion oriented away from said stock piece and a second end portion oriented toward said stock piece, said second end portion contacting said first shoulder on said ejector pin body;a ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING THE QUALITY OF A STAMPED PART

A system and method for detecting a defective part and the type of defect formed during stamping operations. The system and method will not only detect the defect but also the nature of the defect and the time at which the defect occurred during stamping operations. Such information is useful not only in quality control but also in isolating a problem which may exist in stamping operations and thus eliminating time for isolating such problems and correcting them. The system and method uses a profile of a properly stamped part to detect a defect, and the root cause of the defect. 1. A method for detecting a defect in a part stamped from a blank of material formed by the operation of a die , the method comprising:establishing a profile, the profile having a characteristic of forces of a properly stamped part;measuring the forces of the stamped blank of material;comparing the force characteristics of each of the stamped blank of material with the profile of the properly stamped part; andlabeling any of the stamped blank of material as being a defective part when the force characteristic deviates from the profile of the properly stamped part.2. The method as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the characteristics of forces includes a slide force and a die cushion force.3. The method as set forth in claim 2 , further including the step of establishing a slide force parameter claim 2 , wherein stamped material having slide forces outside of the slide force parameter are labeled as defective.4. The method as set forth in claim 2 , further including the step of establishing a cushion force parameter claim 2 , wherein stamped material having cushion forces outside of the die cushion force parameter are labeled as defective.5. The method as set forth in claim 1 , further including the step of using the speed of the die operation to establish the profile.6. The method as set forth in claim 1 , further including the step of using the temperature of the die to establish the profile.7 ...

Shifting A Forming Limit Curve Based On Zero Friction Analysis

Sheet metal is provided as a template to create a finished product. After various metal transformation techniques are performed on the sheet metal, the sheet metal may be converted to the finished product. The sheet metal manipulation may encompass different techniques, such as thinning, bending, cutting, and the like. The manipulated sheet metal may be sourced for various products, such as a body of a vehicle. 1. A method for shifting a forming analysis based on zero friction analysis , comprising:calculating an alpha stress value from a ratio of a minor stress and a major stress from a predefined property of a hemispheric dome test of a die, the die being employed to deform sheet metal;creating an alpha value of a zero friction analysis for an upper fiber;creating a beta value of a zero friction analysis of a middle fiber; andcombining the alpha value and the beta value to produce a corrected zero friction test; andcalculating an updated forming limit diagram (FLD) based on the major stress, the minor stress, and the corrected zero friction test.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the creating of the alpha value further comprises:employing the friction upper fiber to calculate a point to analyze;adjusting a blank size for the point to determine whether a minor and major strain at the point is under a predetermined threshold; andderiving a Von Mises stress and a Planar Effective stress based on the adjusted blank size.3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the derived Von Mises stress and the derived Planar Effective stress is combined with the beta value to produce the corrected zero friction test.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the creating of the beta value further comprises:adjusting a second blank size for the point based on a stress ratio being with a predetermined threshold; anddrawing a depth based on the derived Von Mises stress and the derived Planar Effective stress for the creation of the beta value.5. The method according to ...

METHOD OF PRESS FORMING AND PRESS FORMING APPARATUS

A method of press forming includes: forming a trench-shaped portion into a product shape with a die and a punch until reaching a first bottom dead center, and forms at least one of: a flange portion subject to shrink flange deformation such that a linear length of the flange portion subject to the shrink flange deformation in a longitudinal direction is shorter than a linear length of a flange portion in the product shape; and a flange portion subject to stretch flange deformation such that a linear length of the flange portion subject to the stretch flange deformation in the longitudinal direction is longer than the linear length of the flange portion in the product shape; and forming the formed flange portion into the product shape with the die and a flange forming die until reaching a second bottom dead center. 1. A method of press forming that forms a formed part in a product shape including a trench-shaped portion extending in a longitudinal direction , and a flange portion , curving along the longitudinal direction , on at least one of a pair of side wall portions that constitute the trench-shaped portion , the method comprising: a flange portion subject to shrink flange deformation such that a linear length of the flange portion subject to the shrink flange deformation in the longitudinal direction is shorter than a linear length of the flange portion in the product shape; and', 'a flange portion subject to stretch flange deformation such that a linear length of the flange portion subject to the stretch flange deformation in the longitudinal direction is longer than the linear length of the flange portion in the product shape; and, 'a first forming step of forming the trench-shaped portion into the product shape with a die and a punch until reaching a first bottom dead center, and forms at least one ofa second forming step of forming the flange portion formed in the first forming step into the product shape with the die and a flange forming die until reaching ...

PRESS

A press tool for pressing a periphery of an aperture of a workpiece to at least partially undo deformative damage to the aperture. 1. A press for pressing a periphery of an aperture of a workpiece to at least partially undo deformative damage to the aperture , the aperture being sized to receive a fastener , the press comprising:a body;a connector extending from the body and adapted to project, in use, through the aperture;a first press member and an opposing, second, press member, the first press member being located on the body and the second press member being located on the connector and shaped to be moved, in use, through the aperture so that the workpiece is received between the press members; andan actuator provided on the body and being operable to bring the press members together, against opposite surfaces of the periphery of the aperture, thereby to reshape the aperture to at least partially undo deformative damage to the workpiece.2. A press according to claim 1 , wherein the press members press only a portion of the periphery of the aperture upon operation of the actuator claim 1 , wherein said portion is less than the whole of the periphery of the aperture.3. A press according to claim 1 , wherein one press member is rotatable relative to the other press member.4. A press according to claim 2 , wherein at least one press member is rotatable relative to the actuator.5. A press according to claim 4 , wherein the at least one rotatable press member is the second press member.6. A press according to claim 1 , wherein one or both press members are highly polished.7. A press according to claim 1 , wherein at least one press member comprises a flat press surface bordered by a rounded edge.8. A press according to claim 7 , wherein the second press member comprises a flat press surface bordered by a rounded edge.9. A press according to claim 1 , wherein one press member is sized to bear against the entirety of the periphery of the aperture and the other press ...

LOCKING NUT SET AND PRODUCTION METHOD THEREFOR

The base nut includes a regular hexagonal column as a peripheral portion of the base nut and a rolled internal thread that is formed in a center shaft core of the base nut. A lower end surface of the regular hexagonal column is a plane perpendicular to the shaft core. On an upper end surface of the regular hexagonal column, a radius RBB, which is concentric with an imaginary osculating circle having a radius RA substantially perpendicular to a bolt axis and which is smaller than the radius RA by an amount equal to a space, forms at least half or more of a circumference of the imaginary osculating circle. In a remaining portion, a radius RCC, which is smaller than the radius RBB, is in contact with the imaginary osculating circle, and a rib-shaped inclined cam, which is continuous with the radius RBB, is formed. A portion of the inclined cam that is in contact with the imaginary osculating circle in a sectional view in an axial direction includes a convex surface having a radius RD. 1: A locking nut set comprising:a base nut; anda torque nut,wherein the base nut includes a regular hexagonal column as a peripheral portion of the base nut and a rolled internal thread that is formed in a center shaft core of the base nut,wherein a lower end surface of the regular hexagonal column is a plane perpendicular to the shaft core,wherein, on an upper end surface of the regular hexagonal column, a radius RBB, which is concentric with an imaginary osculating circle having a radius RA substantially perpendicular to a bolt axis and which is smaller than the radius RA by an amount equal to a space, forms at least half or more of a circumference of the imaginary osculating circle,wherein, in a remaining portion, a radius RCC, which is smaller than the radius RBB, is in contact with the imaginary osculating circle, and a rib-shaped inclined cam, which is continuous with the radius RBB, is formed,wherein a portion of the inclined cam that is in contact with the imaginary osculating ...

Fishing Rod Tip Guide

Embodiments are directed to rod tip guides. A rod tip guide may comprise a ring body, a rod tube, a foot, and a leg. The rod tube may be mechanically coupled to the ring body and configured to receive a tip end portion of a rod. The foot may be configured to be mechanically coupled to a circumferential surface of the rod when the tip end portion of the rod is received in the rod tube. The leg may have a proximal end portion and a distal end portion. The proximal end portion of the leg may be mechanically coupled to the ring body, the distal end portion of the leg may be mechanically coupled to the foot, and the leg may be configured to maintain a separation space between the rod tube and the foot when the tip end portion of the rod is received in the rod tube.

TOOL OF PRESS FORMING

A press forming tool includes: a punch; and a die, and press forms a press forming product including a punch bottom and a shallow concave portion or a low convex portion in the punch bottom. The punch includes a punch bottom forming surface, a concave shape forming portion or a convex shape forming portion, and a low Young's modulus member installation region formed under the punch bottom forming surface and accommodating a low Young's modulus member having a lower Young's modulus than that of the punch bottom forming surface. The low Young's modulus member installation region includes an area directly under the concave shape forming portion or the convex shape forming portion of the punch and has a projected area in a press forming direction that is 110% or greater as large as a projected area of the concave shape forming portion or the convex shape forming portion. 1a punch; anda die,wherein the press forming tool is configured to press form a press forming product including a punch bottom and a shallow concave portion or a low convex portion in the punch bottom, a punch bottom forming surface to form the punch bottom,', 'a concave shape forming portion to form the concave portion or a convex shape forming portion to form the convex portion in the punch bottom forming surface, and', "a low Young's modulus member installation region formed under the punch bottom forming surface and accommodating a low Young's modulus member having a lower Young's modulus than that of the punch bottom forming surface, and", "the low Young's modulus member installation region includes an area directly under the concave shape forming portion or the convex shape forming portion of the punch and has a projected area in a press forming direction that is 110% or greater as large as a projected area of the concave shape forming portion or the convex shape forming portion."], 'the punch includes'}. A press forming tool comprising: The present invention relates to a tool of press forming, ...

METHANE CONVERSION TO HYDROGEN EMPLOYING A STAGED SHOCK COMPRESSION WAVE REFORMER

An improved hydrogen generation system comprising a multi-port wave reformer in which shock and expansion waves are created in a manner causing head-on colliding shock waves and multi-stage compression where reacting gases within a six port wave reformer are mtiply heated and compressed to thermally crack or decompose one or more fuel sources, such as hydrocarbon fuels, to generate a fuel product containing hydrogen. 1. A hydrogen generation system comprising a multi-port wave reformer in which shock and expansion waves are created in a manner causing multi-stage shock compression where reacting gases remain for a longer time within the multi-port wave reformer and are heated and compressed to thermally crack or decompose one or more fuel sources , such as hydrocarbon fuels , to generate a fuel product containing hydrogen.2. The hydrogen generation system as in wherein the multi-port wave reformer includes six ports.3. The hydrogen system as in wherein the multi-port wave reformer includes four ports on one end wall and at two ports on an opposing end wall.4. The hydrogen system as in wherein the end wall including two ports has a greater circumferential area than said one end wall.5. The hydrogen system as in wherein the four ports include two spaced apart inlet ports alternating with two spaced apart exhaust ports through which driver gases are fed into and expelled out of the wave rotor twice through their corresponding spaced apart inlet and exhaust ports.6. A six-port wave reformer having a plurality of inlet ports and exhaust ports provided in end walls thereof claim 3 , with an inlet port spaced from an exhaust port on one side of the wave reformer that collectively allows a driven reactant gas to enter and leave from one side of the wave reformer claim 3 , and an additional plurality of inlet ports and exhaust ports on an opposite side of the wave reformer claim 3 , including two spaced apart inlet ports alternating with two spaced apart exhaust ports ...

STAMPED SOLAR COLLECTOR CONCENTRATOR SYSTEM

A solar collector concentrator having a generally hollow, tubular structure that is precision stamped to form a highly reflective inside surface conforming to a geometry that facilitates concentrating incident light/radiation to the output end. The concentrator may be a separate component separately formed by stamping a malleable stock material. The concentrator may be coupled to the base of a reflector in the collector. The concentrator and the reflector may be integrally formed together by stamping a malleable stock material. The relative positions of the integrally defined concentrator and the reflector are therefore passively aligned with high accuracy achieved from precision stamping. The secondary reflector may be formed by stamping. 1. A solar energy collector , comprising:a primary reflector,a concentrator, having an input opening and an output opening, wherein the concentrator comprises a thin walled, hollow body stamped from a malleable metal stock material, wherein the body of the concentrator has an inside surface that is reflective, and wherein the concentrator is positioned with respect to the primary reflector, such that the primary reflector directs incident solar radiation to the input opening of the concentrator.2. The solar energy collector as in claim 1 , wherein the concentrator is positioned with respect to a central opening in the primary reflector.3. The solar energy collector as in claim 2 , wherein the concentrator is coupled to the primary reflector claim 2 , with the input opening opens into the central opening of the primary reflector.4. The solar energy collector as in claim 3 , wherein the concentrator and the primary reflector are formed are integrally formed together by stamping a malleable metal stock material claim 3 , to integrally defined the concentrator and the reflector from the same stock material claim 3 , wherein relative positions of the integrally defined concentrator and reflector are passively aligned.5. The solar ...

PRESS FORMING APPARATUS AND PRESS FORMING METHOD FOR A SEMI-SOLID METAL MATERIAL

Provided is a press forming apparatus for a semi-solid metal material, including: a slide caused to make a reciprocating linear motion; a sub-slide mounted so as to be movable relatively to the slide; a fluid pressure mechanism interposed between the slide and the sub-slide, which is capable of moving the sub-slide relatively to the slide by fluid pressure; an upper die mounted to the sub-slide; and a lower die. The press forming apparatus is configured to press-form the material while applying predetermined pressure to the material for a predetermined period by bringing, along with descent action of the slide, the upper die into contact with the material fed into the lower die, then stopping the slide at a predetermined position, and moving the upper die mounted to the sub-slide relatively to the slide by the fluid pressure mechanism under a state in which the slide is stopped. 1. A press forming apparatus for a semi-solid metal material , comprising:a slide caused to make a reciprocating linear motion by a mechanism configured to convert a rotary motion of a power source into the reciprocating linear motion;a subsidiary slide mounted so as to be movable relatively to the slide in a reciprocating moving direction of the slide;a fluid pressure mechanism interposed between the slide and the subsidiary slide, which is capable of moving the subsidiary slide relatively to the slide by fluid pressure;an upper die mounted to the subsidiary slide; anda lower die,the press forming apparatus being configured to press-form the semi-solid metal material while applying predetermined pressure to the semi-solid metal material for a predetermined time period by bringing, along with descent action of the slide, the upper die into contact with the semi-solid metal material fed into the lower die, then stopping the slide at a predetermined position, and moving the upper die mounted to the subsidiary slide relatively to the slide by the fluid pressure mechanism under a state in which ...

STAMPED WHEEL BALANCING WEIGHT

A wheel-balancing weight mounts to a wheel with a flange. The weight includes a body and a clip. The body is stamped by a punch to define a pocket within which an attaching portion of the clip resides. The defined pocket has a planar base and opposing side walls generally perpendicular to the base. The body as stamped by the punch includes a pre-stake for each side wall external to the pocket and adjacent the side wall, and an undercut for each side wall within the pocket and generally located at a juncture of the side wall and the base. 1. A method of producing a wheel balancing weight for mounting to a wheel with a flange , the weight including a body and a clip , the body for providing a predetermined mass to the weight and the clip for securely grasping the flange to secure the weight thereto , the method comprising:initially stamping the body at an attaching face thereof by a punch to define a pocket in the attaching face within which an attaching portion of the clip is to reside, the defined pocket having a planar base and opposing side walls generally perpendicular to the base;further stamping the body at the attaching face thereof by the punch to include a pre-stake in the attaching face for each side wall external to the pocket and adjacent the side wall, and an undercut for each side wall within the pocket and generally located at a juncture of the side wall and the base; andwithdrawing the punch from the attaching face of the body,the initially stamping, further stamping, and withdrawing being performed by the punch in a single fluid striking motion.2. The method of wherein each pre-stake is defined in the body to include a formed ridge of material exterior to the pocket and immediately adjacent a respective side wall thereof claim 1 , the ridge following the side wall and being bordered on a first lateral side thereof by such side wall and on a second lateral side thereof by a notch formed by a cutting edge of the punch within the attaching face of the ...

ELECTRIC VALVE AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

Provided is an electric valve and a manufacturing method thereof. The electric valve includes a valve body member, a valve seat member, a transmission member, a valve core member and a nut. The valve core member includes an upper tubular body including a first cavity, a valve core body and a connecting member. The valve core body is roughly in a round tubular shape and includes an annular thin wall portion and a second cavity. The connecting member includes a first axial through hole, and the upper end portion of the connecting member includes a lower stop portion. The annular thin wall portion is capable of abutting against a sealing portion of the valve seat member. A lower end portion of the nut is engageable with the lower stop portion to limit downward movement of the nut. 1. An electric valve , comprising:a valve body member, wherein the valve body member comprises a valve body, and the valve body is provided with a first fluid port;a valve seat member, wherein the valve seat member is fixedly connected to the valve body member, the valve seat member comprises a valve seat body, and the valve seat body is provided with a second fluid port;a transmission member, wherein the transmission member is arranged in a valve chamber of the electric valve, the transmission member comprises a screw rod and a nut, and the screw rod is in threaded connection with the nut;a valve core member, wherein the valve core member is arranged in the valve chamber, and the valve core member comprises an upper cylindrical body, a valve core body, and a connecting member fixedly connected with the upper cylindrical body and the valve core body; and whereinthe upper cylindrical body comprises a first chamber, and an upper end portion of the upper cylindrical body comprises an upper stop portion; the valve core body is tubular-shaped and comprises an annular thin-wall portion, the valve core body further comprises a second chamber, an upper end portion of the connecting member faces the ...

PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING A SLEEVE FOR AN ELECTRODE FOR MEDICAL APPLICATIONS

One aspect relates to a method of producing a sleeve for a ring electrode for electrophysiological and neuro-medical applications from a biocompatible metallic tape. Repetitive structures are punched into the tape and each includes at least one surface that is connected by at least one fin to at least one external strip. The at least one external strip connects the repetitive structures to each other on the margin. A sleeve mold is formed from a multiple of the repetitive structures through multiple reforming steps by a reforming technique. The sleeve mold is punched off the such that the sleeve is formed with a first tube-shaped region with a larger diameter and a second tube-shaped region with a smaller diameter. The first region with the larger diameter has a larger external diameter and internal diameter than the second region with the smaller diameter, and the two regions are connected. 1. A method of producing a sleeve for a ring electrode for electrophysiological and neuro-medical applications from a metallic tape , wherein the tape and the sleeve fabricated from it consist of a biocompatible metal or a biocompatible metallic compound , the method comprising:punching into the tape to define repetitive structures, wherein the repetitive structures each comprise at least one surface that is connected by at least one fin to at least one external strip, wherein at least the at least one external strip connects the repetitive structures to each other on the margin;subsequently forming a sleeve mold from a multiple of the at least one surfaces of the repetitive structures through multiple reforming steps by deep-drawing and/or another reforming technique; andpunching off the sleeve mold such that the sleeve is formed comprising a first tube-shaped region with a larger diameter and a second tube-shaped region with a smaller diameter, wherein the first region with the larger diameter comprises a larger external diameter and internal diameter than the second region ...

Pneumatic stamping press with high velocity slide and punch

A pneumatic press with high slide acceleration and velocity is equipped with an arrangement trigger mechanism for holding the slide, upper die, and punch in place until air pressure force in tons is exerted against slide opposite the upper die and punch. When the trigger mechanism releases the slide, upper die, and punch in a short travel the velocity is very high. This will permit the punch to enter the part material at the strain rate of the material, thus eliminating burrs, reducing fatigue initiation sites on the part material surface where the punch goes through the material. Also will permit forming parts of uniform thickness, impact powder titanium to form sheet, and stamp parts against flat sheet of polyurethane with punch having the shape of the part. 1. A pneumatic press having a crown , a bed , a slide reciprocatable between the crown and the bed. To produce the high impact punch velocity when contacting the product material , a mechanism will hold the slide with the punch until the air pressure is increased from zero to line gage pressure in the air tube or actuator and thus tons of force pushing on the slide before release of the slide. Than the mechanism will release the slide with tons of force pushing against the slide with the punch attached to the slide. This will permit very high velocity slide with die and punch and in very short amount of travel the punch will enter the material at a very high acceleration and velocity and achieve the strain rate of the material thus eliminating the burrs and reducing fatigue failure sites on the material the punch is going thru. In the field of the art this is known as material strain rate.2. The very high velocity slide , and punch of the pneumatic press will permit powder titanium when impacted with a high velocity to form flat sheet. In nature form of titanium is powder.3. The very high velocity of the slide and forming punch of the pneumatic press will permit forming product parts of uniform thickness when ...

PRESS FORMING METHOD AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING PRESS-FORMED PART

There is provided a method of manufacturing a curved channel part having a curved portion in a vertical wall portion by press forming, the method restricting stretch flange deformation, which occurs in the vertical wall portion and a flange portion. The method includes a shear deformation step as a step of forming the vertical wall portion. In the shear deformation step, a boundary-side portion of a base section of a blank with respect to a deformation section, and an outer portion of the deformation section are individually restrained, a portion to be a vertical wall portion of the deformation section is shear-deformed in a sheet face, and a material is caused to flow from a portion separated from a curved portion toward the curved portion in an outer edge portion of the portion to be the vertical wall portion. 1. A press forming method for press-forming a flat-sheet-shaped processing material into a press-formed part , the processing material including (i) a base section , (ii) a deformation section continuous with the base section , the deformation section including a portion configured to form a vertical wall portion in the press-formed part and (iii) a boundary portion between the base section and the portion configured to form the vertical wall portion , the vertical wall portion being formed when the processing material is bent in at least the boundary portion and having a curved portion being curved in a depressed shape toward the base section , the method comprising forming the vertical wall portion by a shear deformation process comprising:individually restraining a boundary-side portion of the base section with respect to the deformation section and an outer portion of the deformation section, the outer portion configured to form a flange portion in the press-formed part;shear-deforming the portion configured to form the vertical wall portion; andcausing a material to flow from a portion separated from the curved portion toward the curved portion of the ...

PRESS DIE

A press die having a shaping face includes a holding frame, die members, a reference member, and a pressing bolt. Each of the die members includes a first surface that configures the shaping face. The die members are aligned in the holding frame. The reference member is arranged on an inner side surface of the holding frame to position the die members. The pressing bolt is supported by the holding frame on a side opposite to the reference member. The pressing bolt presses the die members against the reference member. 1. A press die having a shaping face , the press die comprising:a holding frame;a plurality of die members, each of which includes a first surface that configures the shaping face, the die members being aligned in the holding frame,a reference member, which is arranged on an inner side surface of the holding frame to position the die members; anda pressing bolt, which is supported by the holding frame on a side opposite to the reference member,wherein the pressing bolt presses the die members against the reference member.2. The press die according to claim 1 , whereinthe holding frame is configured by an outer frame and an inner frame, which is arranged inside the outer frame and has a first surface that configures the shaping face,the reference member and the die members are arranged on an inner side of the inner frame; andthe pressing bolt is supported by the outer frame.3. The press die according to claim 2 , whereinat least one of the inner frame and the die members includes a recess, andthe reference member is received in the recess.4. The press die according to claim 2 , whereinthe outer frame includes a through-hole that extends through the outer frame between an inner side surface and an outer side surface of the outer frame,an internal thread portion is formed on an inner surface of the through-hole;the pressing bolt includes an external thread portion formed in a basal end section of the pressing bolt, andthe external thread portion of the ...

STAMPING APPARATUS HAVING FLARED BEAD

A stamping apparatus for stamping a blank, including a lower die defining a cavity, the lower die including a land portion surrounding the cavity; a movable upper die including a drawing punch that corresponds to the cavity; and a binder movable towards the land portion of the lower die for engaging an edge portion of the blank, wherein the land portion of the lower die includes a plurality of depressions and the movable binder includes a plurality of beads that correspond to the depressions that mate to crimp the edge portion of the blank when the movable binder engages the edge portion of the blank, each of the plurality of depressions between separated by a flat region of the land portion, and each of the plurality of depressions including a central portion that extends along the cavity and a pair of end portions that extend away from the cavity. 1. A stamping apparatus for stamping a blank , comprising:a lower die defining a cavity, the lower die including a land portion surrounding the cavity;a movable upper die including a drawing punch that corresponds to the cavity; anda binder movable towards the land portion of the lower die for engaging an edge portion of the blank,wherein the land portion of the lower die includes a plurality of depressions and the movable binder includes a plurality of beads that correspond to the depressions that mate to crimp the edge portion of the blank when the movable binder engages the edge portion of the blank, each of the plurality of depressions being separated by a flat region of the land portion, and each of the plurality of depressions including a central portion that extends along the cavity and a pair of end portions that extend away from the cavity.212. The stamping apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the end portions extend away from the central portion at an angle α and an angle α claim 1 , respectively.312. The stamping apparatus of claim 2 , wherein α is equal to α.412. The stamping apparatus of claim 2 , wherein α is not ...

REINFORCEMENT METHOD, AND TURRET PUNCH PRESS APPARATUS

A reinforcement method includes: pressing a punch against a plate material from an opposite side to a die body to form a reinforcing portion on the plate material, wherein the punch includes a wedge projection which is provided in flank of a reinforcing portion forming portion extending along a relative movement direction of the die body and in parallel with the reinforcing portion forming portion, and is longer than a length of the relative movement direction of the die body. 1. A reinforcement method comprising:pressing a punch against a plate material from an opposite side to a die body to form a reinforcing portion on the plate material,wherein the punch includes a wedge projection which is provided in flank of a reinforcing portion forming portion extending along a relative movement direction of the die body and in parallel with the reinforcing portion forming portion, and is longer than a length of the relative movement direction of the die body.2. The reinforcement method according to claim 1 , wherein the reinforcing portion forming portion is groove-shaped claim 1 , and a groove-shaped reinforcing portion along the relative movement direction of the die body is formed.3. The reinforcement method according to claim 1 , wherein the plate material is a chassis.4. The reinforcement method according to claim 3 , wherein the chassis is included in a server device.5. A turret punch press apparatus claim 3 , comprising:a die body;a reinforcing portion forming portion extending along a relative movement of the die body; anda punch provided with a wedge projection which is provided in flank of the reinforcing portion forming portion and in parallel with the reinforcing portion forming portion, and is longer than a length of the relative movement direction of the die body to form a reinforcing portion on a plate material.6. The turret punch press apparatus according to claim 5 , wherein the punch includes:a plate-like punch chip; anda wedge chip embedded in the punch ...

IMPACT FORMING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR LOCAL SMALL FEATURES ON METAL THIN-WALLED CURVED-SURFACE PART

An impact forming device and method for local small features on a metal thin-walled curved-surface part. The impact forming device includes impact forming dies, impact loading units and a forming supporting die, wherein the impact forming die is provided with an impact forming part, and the impact forming part is a convex part corresponding to a local small feature; the forming supporting die can support and fix a metal thin-walled curved-surface part without forming local small features, and the forming supporting die is provided with concave parts matched with the impact forming parts; and the impact loading unit includes a guide rail, an explosive ball and a detonating block, under the impact loading of the impact loading units, the impact forming parts can impact the metal thin-walled curved-surface part without forming local small features under the matching action of the concave parts to form the local small features. 1. An impact forming device for local small features on a metal thin-walled curved-surface part , comprising impact forming dies , impact loading units and a forming supporting die , whereinthe impact forming die is provided with an impact forming part, and the impact forming part is a convex part corresponding to a local small feature;the forming supporting die can support and fix a metal thin-walled curved-surface part without forming local small features, and the forming supporting die is provided with concave parts matched with the impact forming parts; andthe impact loading unit comprises a guide rail, an explosive ball and a detonating block, the detonating block and the explosive ball are both arranged in the guide rail, the explosive ball can be triggered through the detonating block to apply an instantaneous impact load to the impact forming die, and under the impact loading of the impact loading units, the impact forming parts can impact the metal thin-walled curved-surface part without forming local small features under the matching ...

STAMPING METHOD AND STAMPING APPARATUS

A recess is formed in a plate-like workpiece. Then, an inner ejector is engaged with the recess to restrict deformation of a body portion. In this state, a flange is formed in the outer periphery of the workpiece. A processed product portion is then punched out. 1. A forming method for stamping a plate-like workpiece with a stamping apparatus to obtain a processed product having a body portion , an outer peripheral portion formed in an outer periphery of the body portion , and a recess formed between the body portion and the outer peripheral portion , the method comprising:a first step of forming the recess in the workpiece;a second step of engaging a restraint member with the recess; anda third step of forming the outer peripheral portion while restricting deformation of the body portion by means of the restraint member.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the third step is a step of forming a flange in the outer peripheral portion.3. A stamping apparatus for stamping a plate-like workpiece with a stamping apparatus between a first die base and a second die base to obtain a processed product having a body portion claim 1 , an outer peripheral portion formed in an outer periphery of the body portion claim 1 , and a recess formed between the body portion and the outer peripheral portion claim 1 ,wherein one of the first die base and the second die base includes a restraint member that becomes engaged with the recess to restrict deformation of the body portion when the outer peripheral portion is formed.4. The stamping apparatus according to claim 3 , whereinthe restraint member is arranged in the first die base,an elastic member is provided between the restraint member and the first die base,when the workpiece is stamped, the second die base moves toward the first die base in a stamping direction,the restraint member is supported by the first die base through the elastic member to be movable in the stamping direction, andthe restraint member is urged by the ...

Method for Assembling Stamp for Ground Bonding Strap

A system and method forming a ground bonding strap. A length of cable is measured to determine a segment of cable to stamp to form a pair of connectors. The segment is heated. The segment is stamped to form the pair of connectors. The pair of connectors defining an indentation and a pair of receptacles disposed through the cable. The pair of receptacles being each adjacent to and separated by an indentation. The indentations being positioned to allow a user to cut between the pair of connectors to form a ground bonding strap of a length selected by the user. 1. A method of assembling a stamp for a ground bonding strap , the method comprising:providing a heating element operable to heat a segment of a cable for stamping at intervals of a length of the cable;providing a die including a pair of teeth operable to stamp a first side of the segment to form a pair of connectors, the die including an indentation tooth for forming an indentation separating the pair of connectors;providing a punch defining a pair of sockets operable to stamp a second side of the segment to form the pair of connectors, the sockets being operable to receive the teeth as pushed through the cable to form a pair of through holes within the pair of connectors, the punch including the indentation tooth for forming the indentation separating the pair of connectors;providing a hydraulic press;connecting the heating element to the hydraulic press; andconnecting the punch and the die to the hydraulic press, such that the hydraulic press, when operated, presses the punch and the die together at the heated segment of the cable to form the pair of connectors, the stamp forming a mold to shape the pair of connectors and define the indentation and the though holes.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising:providing a stop around, and connecting the stop to, the periphery of the die and the stamp, to ensure that the cable is stamped to a predefined depth, and wherein thestop defines the edges of ...

HOUSING MEMBER OF A COMPUTING DEVICE

Examples disclosed herein provide a base housing for a notebook computer. The base housing includes a single unitary housing member. The single unitary housing member includes a bottom portion and side walls that form a bottom surface and side walls of the base housing. The single unitary housing member includes a top portion that forms a top surface of the base housing, wherein the bottom portion, the top portion, and the side walls of the housing member are formed from a single piece of sheet metal. 1. A portable computing device , comprising:a display housing; anda base housing to which the display housing is rotatably connected, wherein the base housing includes a single unitary housing member that forms a bottom surface, side walls, and a top surface of the base housing.2. The portable computing device of claim 1 , wherein the top surface of the base housing is a portion of the single unitary housing member pushed up from the bottom surface of the base housing.3. The portable computing device of claim 1 , wherein an area between the top surface and the bottom surface of the base housing defines a cavity configured to enclose a plurality of components of the portable computing device.4. The portable computing device of claim 1 , comprising a plurality of individual openings within one or more of the top surface claim 1 , the bottom surface claim 1 , and the side walls of the base housing.5. The portable computing device of claim 1 , wherein a finish of the top surface matches a finish of the bottom surface.6. A base housing for a notebook computer claim 1 , comprising: a bottom portion and side walls that form a bottom surface and side walls of the base housing; and', 'a top portion that forms a top surface of the base housing, wherein the bottom portion, the top portion, and the side walls of the housing member are formed from a single piece of sheet metal., 'a single unitary housing member, comprising7. The base housing of claim 6 , wherein the top portion of ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING CARBON PARTICLES BY DETONATION

A production method of a carbon particle by a detonation method includes a step of disposing an explosive substance in a periphery of a raw material substance, and a step of subjecting the explosive substance to a detonation. The explosive substance is a liquid at normal temperature and normal pressure. The raw material substance contains an aromatic compound having 3 or more nitro groups. 1. A production method of a carbon particle by a detonation method , comprising a step of disposing an explosive substance which is a liquid at normal temperature and normal pressure in a periphery of a raw material substance comprising an aromatic compound having 3 or more nitro groups , and a step of subjecting the explosive substance to a detonation.2. The production method according to claim 1 , wherein the raw material substance comprises at least one kind selected from the group consisting of trinitrotoluene claim 1 , cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine claim 1 , cyclotetramethylenetetranitramine claim 1 , pentaerythritol tetranitrate claim 1 , and trinitrophenylmethylnitramine.3. The production method according to claim 1 , wherein the explosive substance comprises at least one kind selected from the group consisting of a mixture of hydrazine and hydrazine nitrate claim 1 , a mixture of hydrazine and ammonium nitrate claim 1 , nitromethane claim 1 , and a mixture of hydrazine and nitromethane.4. The production method according to claim 1 , wherein the detonation is performed in a state where the raw material substance and the explosive substance are charged in a chamber.5. The production method according to claim 4 , wherein an atmosphere in the chamber does not substantially comprise an oxygen gas.6. The production method according to claim 4 , wherein a coolant is disposed in a periphery of the raw material substance and the explosive substance in the chamber.7. The production method according to claim 6 , wherein the coolant is a substance which does not substantially produce ...

ENABLING STIFF PLASTIC CHASSIS WITH THIN METAL SKINS

Particular embodiments described herein provide for an electronic device, such as a notebook computer, laptop, or tablet that includes a circuit board coupled to a plurality of electronic components (which may include any type of components, elements, circuitry, etc.). One particular example implementation of an information-processing device includes a logic component mounted on a circuit board. The information-processing device also includes a plastic layer surrounding the logic component. Further, the information-processing device includes a first metal layer surrounding the logic component. The plastic layer is integrated with the first metal layer. 123-. (canceled)24. An information-processing device , comprising:a logic component mounted on a circuit board;a plastic layer surrounding the logic component; anda first metal layer surrounding the logic component, wherein the plastic layer is integrated with the first metal layer.25. The information-processing device of claim 24 , wherein the plastic layer is interposed between the first metal layer and the logic component.26. The information-processing device of claim 25 , further comprising:a keyboard protruding from an upper surface of the information-processing device, wherein the first metal layer is disposed above the plastic layer on the upper surface.27. The information-processing device of claim 24 , wherein the first metal layer is interposed between the plastic layer and the logic component.28. The information-processing device of claim 27 , further comprising:a keyboard protruding from an upper surface of the information-processing device, wherein the plastic layer is disposed above the first metal layer on the upper surface.29. The information-processing device of claim 27 , further comprising:a second metal layer, wherein the plastic layer is interposed between the first metal layer and the second metal layer.30. The information-processing device of claim 29 , further comprising:a keyboard protruding ...

PRESS-MOLDED PRODUCT, PRESS-MOLDED PRODUCT PRODUCING METHOD, AND PRESS-MOLDED PRODUCT PRODUCING APPARATUS

[Object] To provide a press-molded product including an inward continuous flange and capable of improving performance involved with the bonding strength between a reinforcing member and the other member or the rigidity of a vehicle body without forming a notch in a ridge-portion flange so as to prevent a defect generated during a press-molding process. 112-. (canceled)13. A press-molded product of a metal plate which is formed by a steel plate having a tensile strength of 340 MPa or more and includes a ridge portion extending in a predetermined direction and first and second surface portions respectively extending from both ends of a ridge line formed by the ridge portion , the press-molded product comprising:an inward continuous flange in at least one end portion in the predetermined direction,wherein the inward continuous flange is obtained by continuously forming a ridge-portion flange formed inward in an end portion of the ridge portion, a first flange formed inward in at least a part of an area of an end portion of the first surface portion, and a second flange formed inward in at least a part of an area of an end portion of the second surface portion, andwherein regarding a plate thickness of an edge portion of the ridge-portion flange, the ridge-portion flange has a plate thickness distribution in which a plate thickness of a portion of each of areas on both sides of a circumferential center area is equal to or larger than a plate thickness of the center area.14. The press-molded product according to claim 13 ,wherein the ridge-portion flange has a maximal plate thickness at three positions of the center area and the areas on the both sides, and the plate thickness of the positions of the areas on the both sides having a maximal plate thickness is larger than the plate thickness of the position of the center area having a maximal plate thickness.15. The press-molded product according to claim 13 ,wherein a flange width of at least a part of the ridge-portion ...

METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING PRESS-FORMED PRODUCT AND PRESS-FORMING APPARATUS

[Object] In forming a press-formed product () that is made of a high-tensile steel sheet having a tensile strength of 390 MPa or more, and has a substantially gutter-shaped cross section and an outward continuous flange (), wrinkling in ridges () and cracking in the outward continuous flange are reduced. 2. The method for manufacturing a press-formed product according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , in the first step claim 1 , the second pad presses claim 1 , against the first punch claim 1 , a portion of at least ⅓ length of a perimeter of a cross section in the portion to be formed into the ridge starting from a border between the portion to be formed into the ridge and the portion to be formed into the gutter bottom.3. The method for manufacturing a press-formed product according to claim 1 , wherein the first pad and the second pad are supported by the first die claim 1 , and the first pad claim 1 , the second pad claim 1 , and the first die consecutively press the forming material in this order while the first die is moved toward the first punch.4. The method for manufacturing a press-formed product according to claim 1 , wherein the press forming in the first step is bending forming.5. The method for manufacturing a press-formed product according to claim 1 , wherein the press forming in the first step is deep drawing.6. The method for manufacturing a press-formed product according to claim 1 , wherein the press-formed product is a formed product in which at least one of width of the gutter bottom and height of the vertical wall gradually increases toward an end having the outward continuous flange.8. The press-forming apparatus according to claim 7 , wherein the second pad presses a portion of at least ⅓ length of a perimeter of a cross section in the portion to be formed into the ridge starting from a border between the portion to be formed into the ridge and the portion to be formed into the gutter bottom.9. The press-forming apparatus according to claim 7 , ...

STAMPING ARRANGEMENT AND USE THEREOF

In a stamping arrangement, during stamping a stamping punch makes contact, in the region of a punch shoulder, with a holding plate or a pressure plate between the stamping punch and holding plate. The stamping punch has a punch head and the holding plate has a receptacle for the punch head. Means for fastening the punch head to the holding plate have a pocket made in the punch head, a clamping screw screwed into a threaded bore of the holding plate, a pressure piece arranged in the axial direction of the clamping screw between the latter and the pocket, and a holding screw for the pressure piece, wherein the holding screw passes through a bore of the clamping screw and is screwed with a threaded portion into a threaded bore of the pressure piece. With the clamping screw in a screwed-in position, areal contact is made, on a side of the pocket that faces away from the punch shoulder, between a conical portion of the pressure piece and a conical portion of the pocket, and the punch shoulder bears against the holding plate or the pressure plate, wherein a screw head of the holding screw is arranged with axial play with respect to the clamping screw. 2. The stamping arrangement as claimed in claim 1 , wherein an end of the pressure piece that is facing toward the pocket is of frustoconical configuration claim 1 , and a peripheral region which is present there claim 1 , in the region of its free end claim 1 , has a flattened contact surface for the purpose of contact with the pocket.3. The stamping arrangement as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the pocket is configured as a frustoconical recess claim 2 , tapering in the direction of a floor in the pocket and having a contact surface claim 2 , disposed in a peripheral region for the purpose of contact with the pressure piece.4. The stamping arrangement as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the frustoconical recess defined by the pocket has an oval cross section.5. The stamping arrangement as claimed in claim 3 , wherein the ...

PRESS-MOLDED PRODUCT, PRESS-MOLDED PRODUCT PRODUCING METHOD, AND PRESS-MOLDED PRODUCT PRODUCING APPARATUS

[Object] Provided is a press-molded product capable of improving the bonding strength between a vehicle body reinforcing member and the other member or the rigidity of a vehicle body by enlarging a cross-section of a member to a fullest extent of a design cross-section without forming a notch for preventing a press-molding failure in a ridge-portion flange. 124-. (canceled)26. The press-molded product according to claim 25 ,wherein a flange width of at least a part of the ridge-portion flange is smaller than a flange width of at least a part of each of the first flange and the second flange.27. The press-molded product according to claim 25 ,wherein a cross-section of the press-molded product when viewed in the predetermined direction is a hat-shaped or groove-shaped opened cross-section or a closed cross-section.28. The press-molded product according to claim 25 ,wherein the press-molded product is a vehicle body reinforcing member.29. The press-molded product according to claim 25 ,wherein a plate thickness of at least an area of an edge portion of the ridge-portion flange in a width direction is equal to or larger than a plate thickness obtained before a press-molding process.30. The press-molded product according to claim 25 ,wherein a plate thickness of at least an area of an edge portion of the ridge-portion flange in a width direction is equal to or smaller than 1.5 times a plate thickness obtained before a press-molding process.31. A press-molded product producing method comprising:a first intermediate molding step of bending at least one end portion of a blank formed by a steel plate having a tensile strength of 340 MPa or more in a predetermined direction so as to mold the blank into a first intermediate member having a flange; anda first press-molding step of bending the first intermediate member in the predetermined direction by press-molding the first intermediate member while nipping the flange inside a predetermined first gap so as to mold a ridge ...

WEAR COMPONENT INDICATOR

In one embodiment, a wear component for use in a manufacturing process includes at least one operating surface for absorbing a force generated during the manufacturing process and at least one wear indicator groove in the at least one operating surface and having a varying depth. In another embodiment, a wear component includes at least one operating surface for absorbing a force generated during the manufacturing process, a first wear indicator groove in the at least one operating surface and having a first depth, and a second wear indicator groove in the at least one operating surface and having a second depth that is different from the first depth. 1. A wear component for use in a manufacturing process , comprising:at least one operating surface for absorbing a force generated during the manufacturing process; andat least one wear indicator groove in the at least one operating surface and having a varying depth.2. The wear component of claim 1 , wherein the at least one wear indicator groove has at least one sloped base surface defined by an angle relative to the operating surface.3. The wear component of claim 2 , wherein the angle is between approximately 10 degrees and approximately 45 degrees.4. The wear component of claim 1 , wherein the at least one wear indicator groove includes at least a first end having a first depth and a second end having a second depth claim 1 , wherein the first depth is greater than the second depth.5. The wear component of claim 1 , wherein the at least one wear indicator groove includes first and second legs angularly displaced from each other and defining an apex.6. The wear component of claim 5 , wherein the depth of the at least one indicator groove increases toward the apex.7. The wear component of claim 5 , wherein the depth of the at least one indicator groove decreases toward the apex.8. The wear component of claim 5 , wherein the first and second legs are angularly displaced from each other by approximately 90 degrees.9. ...

Heat Exchanger for Embedded Engine Applications: Curvilinear Plate

A curvilinear plate for a heat exchanger is provided. The curvilinear plate can include an inner plate defining a plurality of first grooves and an outer plate defining a plurality of second grooves. The outer plate is attached to the inner plate with the plurality of first grooves and the plurality of second grooves substantially aligned to define a plurality of channels therebetween. Each channel extends from a first opening on a first portion of a first end of the curvilinear plate to a second opening on a second portion of the first end. A method is also generally provided for forming a curvilinear plate. 1. A curvilinear plate , comprising:an inner plate defining a plurality of first grooves; andan outer plate defining a plurality of second grooves, wherein the outer plate is attached to the inner plate with the plurality of first grooves and the plurality of second grooves substantially aligned to define a plurality of channels therebetween, and wherein each channel extends from a first opening on a first portion of a first end of the curvilinear plate to a second opening on a second portion of the first end.2. The curvilinear plate of claim 1 , wherein the channels define a nonlinear path having at least one curve extending from the first opening through the curvilinear plate to the second opening.3. The curvilinear plate of claim 1 , wherein the outer plate defines a chord length measured as a shortest distance from the first end to a second end claim 1 , and wherein the outer plate defines an arc length measured across its outer surface from the first end to a second end claim 1 , and further wherein the arc length is about 105% to about 150% of the chord length.4. The curvilinear plate of claim 1 , wherein a slot is defined in the curvilinear plate in the first end between the first portion and the second portion.5. The curvilinear plate of claim 4 , wherein the slot has a substantially U-shape claim 4 , and wherein each channel extends in a substantially ...

CLIP FOR JOINING REINFORCED MEMBERS FOR USE IN REINFORCED CONCRETE SLABS AND/OR COLUMNS

A clip is disclosed for joining reinforcing members, which includes a first portion having a curvature thereto and adapted to wrap around a lower surface of a first reinforcing member; a second portion having a curvature thereto and adapted to exert a force against a side surface of a second reinforcing member, the second reinforcing member residing perpendicular to the first reinforcing member; and a mid-portion, which connects the first portion pair of legs to the second pair of legs. 1. A plurality of clips for joining reinforcing members comprising: a first pair of legs, each of the legs of the first pair of legs having a portion having a curvature thereto and adapted to wrap around a lower surface of a first reinforcing member;', 'a second pair of legs, each of the legs of the second pair of legs having an inner surface adapted to exert a force against at least a portion of a side surface of a second reinforcing member, the second reinforcing member residing perpendicular to the first reinforcing member; and', 'a mid-portion, which connects the first pair of legs to the second pair of legs; and, 'at least two clips, each of the at least two clips comprisinga breakable connector positioned between the at least two clips, wherein the breakable connector attaches a pair of clips to one another, and upon a force thereto, the breakable connector separates the at least two clips from one another.2. The clips of claim 1 , wherein each of the second pair of legs includes an inner portion and an outer portion thereto claim 1 , and wherein the inner portions of the second pair of legs are adapted to wrap around the side surface of the second reinforcing member.3. The clips of claim 2 , wherein the second pair of legs comprises a partial inner loop claim 2 , which fits around the side surface of the second reinforcing member.4. The clips of claim 2 , wherein the second pair of legs comprises a pair of outer partial loops claim 2 , which extend downward claim 2 , and an ...

GRAPHITE GROUP, CARBON PARTICLES CONTAINING SAID GRAPHITE GROUP

Provided is graphite group that, when observed with a transmission electron microscope, has a laminated surface spacing of 0.2-1 nm, includes graphite pieces measuring 1.5-10 nm in a direction perpendicular to the laminating direction, the laminating direction of the graphite pieces being irregular. 1. A graphite group comprising graphite pieces , wherein:when observed by a transmission electron microscope, the graphite pieces have a lamination with a plane interval of 0.2 to 1 nm, and have a dimension of 1.5 to 10 nm in a direction perpendicular to a lamination direction; andthe lamination direction in each of the graphite pieces is irregular.2. A carbon particle which is a mixture of the graphite group according to and diamond claim 1 , wherein:the carbon particle is obtained by a detonation method; anda ratio G/D of a mass G of the graphite group to a mass D of the diamond in the carbon particle is 0.7 to 20.3. The carbon particle according to claim 2 , wherein the detonation method comprises:(1) a step of disposing an explosive substance A with a detonation velocity of 6,300 m/sec or higher in a periphery of a raw material substance A containing an aromatic compound having two or less nitro groups and a step of detonating the explosive substance A; or(2) a step of disposing an explosive substance B which is liquid at normal temperature and normal pressure in a periphery of a raw material substance B containing an aromatic compound having three or more nitro groups and a step of detonating the explosive substance B.4. The carbon particle according to claim 3 , wherein the raw material substance A contains at least one kind selected from the group consisting of dinitrotoluene claim 3 , dinitrobenzene and dinitroxylene.5. The carbon particle according to claim 3 , wherein the raw material substance B contains at least one kind selected from the group consisting of trinitrotoluene claim 3 , cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine claim 3 , cyclotetramethylenetetranitramine ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS TO FORM A PRODUCT IN A PRESS

A method to form a product from a work-piece in a press is provided. The press includes a top tooling and a bottom tooling and a clamping device. The method comprises pressing the work-piece at a first stage of a top tooling movement in the bottom tooling; and clamping and pressing the work-piece at a second stage of the top tooling movement in the bottom tooling. 1. A method to form a product from a work-piece in a press , the press including a top tooling and a bottom tooling and a clamping device , the method comprising:pressing the work-piece at a first stage of a trap tooling movement in the bottom tooling; andclamping and pressing the work-piece at a second stage of the top tooling movement in the bottom tooling.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein pressing the work-piece at the first stage is performed without clamping the work-piece.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein pressing the work-piece at the first stage includes clamping at least one of a plurality of edge portions of the work-piece.4. The method claim 1 , wherein the clamping device includes a plurality of clamping units claim 1 , and each of the clamping units are individually controlled to clamp or unclamp a corresponding edge portion of the work-piece.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein a time to initiate clamping for at least one clamping unit is different from that for other clamping devices.6. The method of claim 4 , wherein a clamping force from at least one clasping unit is different from that from other clamping units during a pressing process.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein a dynamic clamping force is applied to the work-piece during the second stage.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the clamping device includes a plurality of clamping units claim 1 , the method further comprising pressing the work-piece at a third stage of the top tooling movement claim 1 , wherein the clamping units arc selectively activated to clamp edge portions of the work-piece.9. The method of claim wherein the ...

SPRING PACKAGE WITH STAMPED AND BENT SUPPORTING RING

The present invention relates to a spring package () for use in a clutch and/or in a transmission, comprising a first supporting ring (), a second supporting ring () which is arranged spaced apart (parallel) from the first supporting ring () in the axial direction, and a plurality of coil springs () arranged between the first supporting ring () and the second supporting ring () in distributed manner across the circumference thereof, wherein at least one of the supporting rings () is formed from a sheet-metal strip () which is stamped and then bent into a ring shape and the ends of which are permanently connected to each other. Furthermore, the invention also relates to a method for producing a supporting ring () for a spring package () according to the invention, comprising the following steps: stamping a sheet-metal strip () of predetermined length (l) and predetermined width (b), introducing spring holders (), introducing impressions on a longitudinal edge () of the sheet-metal strip () while forming a ring shape; and connecting the two axial ends. 12. A spring package () for use in a clutch and/or in a transmission , comprising:{'b': '4', 'a first supporting ring (),'}{'b': 6', '4, 'a second supporting ring () which is arranged axially spaced apart from the first supporting ring (), and'}{'b': 8', '4', '6, 'a plurality of coil springs () arranged between the first supporting ring () and the second supporting ring () in distributed manner across the circumference thereof,'}{'b': 4', '6', '22, 'wherein at least one of the supporting rings (; ) is formed from a sheet-metal strip () which is stamped and then bent into a ring shape and the ends of which are permanently connected to each other.'}2468. The spring package according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the supporting rings (; ) has spring holders distributed across its circumference for positioning one each of the coil springs ().32101468. The spring package () according to claim 2 , wherein the spring ...

TRANSPORT DEVICE FOR TRANSPORTING COIN BLANKS AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING A COIN

A transport device and a method for producing a coin with use of the transport device. The transport device is used to transport blanks to a minting station. A drivable first transport part having a plurality of first transport pockets is provided. A first clearance exists between the outer contour of the blank and the inner contour of the first transport pocket. The transport device has a second transport part having a plurality of second transport pockets. A second clearance is provided between the outer contour of the blank and the inner contour of the second transport pocket. The second clearance is larger than the first clearance. The blanks are transferred at a transfer location from a particular first transport pocket into a second transport pocket. The blanks are transported in the second transport pocket to the minting station, and a coin is minted there from the blank. 11516192016151165020262716251165227123416192617161626341717. A transport device () for transporting blanks () , including a drivable first transport part () , which comprises a plurality of first transport pockets () for one blank () each , wherein a first clearance (S) is provided between the outer contour () of the blank () and the inner contour () of the first transport pocket () , including a drivable second transport part () , which comprises a plurality of second transport pockets () for one blank () each , wherein a second clearance (S) is provided between the outer contour () of the blank () and the inner contour () of the second transport pocket () , wherein the first clearance (S) is smaller than the second clearance (S) , having a transfer location () , at which the blanks () are transferred from the first transport part () to the second transport part () , including a minting station () , which is designed to mint coins from the blanks () , wherein the blanks () are transported by the second transport part () from the transfer location () to the minting station () and the minted ...

PROCESS FOR FORMING END PRODUCT WITH INITIAL AND SIMULTANEOUS FORMATION OF SUBCOMPONENTS FROM SEPARATE WORK PIECE

A process provides for manufacturing and formation of a series of metallic end products within a stamping machine. The metallic end products are formed from two subcomponents comprising a first work component and a second work component. The work components are coupled together through a toggle lock procedure formed as part of the process. The two resultant work components which form the end product are simultaneously formed, thereby providing significant advantages with respect to work cycle time to produce the resultant product, relative to the time required when individual work components are sequentially produced through the use of mechanical operations to which a first work component is processed, and then formation of a second work component is processed. 1. A method for manufacturing end products with a machine , the method comprising:feeding first and second work blanks into respective first and second conveyances of the machine;passing, with the first and second conveyances, the respective first and second work blanks through first and second pluralities of sequential mechanical processing stages of the machine, respectively;forming, each time a final stage of the first plurality of mechanical processing stages ends, a first metallic work component from the first work blank, wherein each of the first work components is individually separated from the first work blank when formed;forming, each time a final stage of the second plurality of mechanical processing stages ends, a second metallic work component from the second work blank, wherein each of the second work components is individually separated from the second work blank when formed;wherein each of the first work components is physically proximate to corresponding ones of the second work components after forming; anddirectly coupling, with the machine, each of the first work components to corresponding ones of the second work components, so as to manufacture individual ones of the end products, wherein ...