公开(公告)号：US20150298206A1

公开(公告)日：2015-10-22

申请号：US14394350

申请日：2012-04-16

Applicant: Christopher D. Prest ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott

Inventor： Christopher D. Prest ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott

IPC: B22D17/20

CPC classification number: B22D17/2038 ,  B22D17/02 ,  B22D17/12 ,  B22D17/14 ,  B22D17/203 ,  B22D17/28

Abstract: An injection molding system and methods for improving performance of the same. The system includes a plunger rod and a melt zone that are provided in-line and on a vertical axis. The plunger rod is moved in a vertical direction through the melt zone to move molten material into a mold. The injection molding system can perform the melting and molding processes under a vacuum. Skull formation in molten material is reduced by providing an RF transparent sleeve in the melt zone and/or a skull trapping portion adjacent an inlet of the mold. It can also be controlled based on the melting unit. Vacuum evacuation can be reduced during part ejection by using a plunger seal, so that evacuation time between cycles is reduced.

Abstract translation: 注射成型系统及其改善性能的方法。 该系统包括柱塞杆和熔体区，其沿直线和垂直轴线设置。 柱塞杆沿垂直方向移动通过熔体区域，以将熔融材料移动到模具中。 注射成型系统可以在真空下进行熔融和成型过程。 通过在熔体区域中提供RF透明套筒和/或邻近模具的入口的颅骨捕获部分来减少熔融材料中的颅骨形成。 也可以基于熔化单元进行控制。 通过使用柱塞密封件可以减少部分喷射过程中的真空抽真空，从而减少循环之间的抽空时间。

公开(公告)号：US09133559B2

公开(公告)日：2015-09-15

申请号：US13414542

申请日：2012-03-07

Applicant: Ken Silverman ,  Ronald Moller ,  Peter Russell-Clarke ,  Christopher D. Prest ,  Rimple Bhatia ,  Paul Choiniere ,  Lucy Elizabeth Browning ,  Masashige Tatebe

Inventor： Ken Silverman ,  Ronald Moller ,  Peter Russell-Clarke ,  Christopher D. Prest ,  Rimple Bhatia ,  Paul Choiniere ,  Lucy Elizabeth Browning ,  Masashige Tatebe

IPC: C25D5/48 ,  C25D11/02 ,  C25D11/04 ,  C25D11/12 ,  C25D3/44 ,  C25D7/00 ,  C25D5/02 ,  C25D11/14 ,  C25D11/16 ,  C25D11/24 ,  C25D3/66 ,  C25D5/10 ,  C25D11/18

CPC classification number: C25D3/44 ,  C25D3/665 ,  C25D5/02 ,  C25D5/022 ,  C25D5/10 ,  C25D5/48 ,  C25D7/00 ,  C25D11/022 ,  C25D11/024 ,  C25D11/04 ,  C25D11/12 ,  C25D11/14 ,  C25D11/16 ,  C25D11/18 ,  C25D11/243 ,  C25D11/246 ,  H04M1/0283 ,  H05K5/04 ,  Y10T428/12611 ,  Y10T428/12764

Abstract: Anodized electroplated aluminum structures and methods for making the same are disclosed. Cosmetic structures according to embodiments of the invention are provided by electroplating a non-cosmetic structure with aluminum and then anodizing the electroplated aluminum. This produces cosmetic structures that may possess desired structural and cosmetic properties and that may be suitable for use as housing or support members of electronic devices.

Abstract translation: 公开了阳极化电镀铝结构及其制造方法。 根据本发明实施例的化妆品结构通过用铝电镀非化妆品结构，然后对电镀铝进行阳极氧化来提供。 这产生了可以具有期望的结构和化妆品性质并且可以适合用作电子设备的外壳或支撑构件的化妆品结构。

公开(公告)号：US08829437B2

公开(公告)日：2014-09-09

申请号：US13541709

申请日：2012-07-04

Applicant: Christopher D. Prest ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Theodore A. Waniuk

Inventor： Christopher D. Prest ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Theodore A. Waniuk

IPC: G02F1/01 ,  G01F23/22

CPC classification number: G01F23/22 ,  G01J5/0003 ,  G01J5/0896 ,  G01J2005/0074 ,  G01J2005/0077 ,  H01L27/14649

Abstract: Disclosed are methods and apparatus for determining an unknown degree of amorphicity in a bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy. A specimen can be prepared from the alloy, irradiated with passive radiation, imaged to provide a thermal image, and the image analyzed to assess the differences in emissivities in the image. The degree of amorphicity can be determined based on the differences in thermal emissivities.

Abstract translation: 公开了用于确定体固固化非晶合金中未知程度的不规则性的方法和装置。 可以从合金制备样品，用被动辐射照射，成像以提供热图像，并分析图像以评估图像中的发射率差异。 可以根据热发射率的差异来确定非晶态度。

公开(公告)号：US08813816B2

公开(公告)日：2014-08-26

申请号：US13628542

申请日：2012-09-27

Applicant: Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

Inventor： Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

IPC: B22D17/10 ,  B22D17/08

CPC classification number: B22D17/10 ,  B22D17/08 ,  C22C45/00

Abstract: Various embodiments provide apparatus and methods for melting and introducing alloy feedstock for molding by using a hollow branch having a constraint mechanism therein. In one embodiment, a hollow branch can extend upward from a cold chamber that is substantially horizontally configured. The hollow branch including a constraint mechanism can be capable of containing an alloy feedstock for melting into the molten alloy in the hollow branch and introducing the molten alloy to the cold chamber for molding.

Abstract translation: 各种实施例提供了通过使用其中具有约束机构的中空分支来熔化和引入用于模制的合金原料的装置和方法。 在一个实施例中，中空分支可以从基本上水平配置的冷室向上延伸。 包括约束机构的中空分支能够包含用于熔化到中空分支中的熔融合金中的合金原料并将熔融合金引入到用于模制的冷室中。

公开(公告)号：US08733422B2

公开(公告)日：2014-05-27

申请号：US13430221

申请日：2012-03-26

Applicant: Lucy E. Browning ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Christopher D. Prest ,  Stephen P. Zadesky

Inventor： Lucy E. Browning ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Christopher D. Prest ,  Stephen P. Zadesky

IPC: B22D19/00 ,  B22D19/08 ,  B22D19/16

CPC classification number: H05K5/04 ,  B23K26/0861 ,  B23K26/0884 ,  B23K26/32 ,  B23K26/34 ,  B23K2101/36 ,  B23K2103/02 ,  B23K2103/04 ,  B23K2103/05 ,  B23K2103/08 ,  B23K2103/10 ,  B23K2103/14 ,  B23K2103/15 ,  B23K2103/16 ,  B23K2103/18 ,  B23K2103/26 ,  B23K2103/50 ,  Y10T29/49982 ,  Y10T29/49984

Abstract: A metal enclosure has a surface region which is coated with cladding material using a laser cladding process. The metal enclosure can form at least a portion of an electronic device housing. All or part of one or more surfaces of the enclosure can be coated with cladding material. The coating of cladding material can be varied at selective regions of the enclosure to provide different structural properties at these regions. The coating of cladding material can be varied at selective regions to provide contrast in cosmetic appearance.

Abstract translation: 金属外壳具有使用激光熔覆工艺涂覆包层材料的表面区域。 金属外壳可以形成电子设备外壳的至少一部分。 外壳的一个或多个表面的全部或部分可以用包覆材料涂覆。 包层材料的涂层可以在外壳的选择性区域变化，以在这些区域提供不同的结构特性。 包层材料的涂层可以在选择性区域变化，以提供美观外观的对比度。

公开(公告)号：US20140090797A1

公开(公告)日：2014-04-03

申请号：US13629947

申请日：2012-09-28

Applicant: Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

Inventor： Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

IPC: F27B14/00

CPC classification number: F27B14/00 ,  B22D17/02 ,  B22D17/12 ,  B22D17/2038 ,  C22C1/002 ,  C22C33/003 ,  C22C45/001 ,  C22C45/003 ,  C22C45/02 ,  C22C45/10 ,  F27B14/061 ,  Y02P10/253

Abstract: Described herein is a device comprising a crucible, a movable base and a heater; wherein the heater is configured to melt BMG to form molten BMG feedstock in the crucible; wherein the movable base configured to slide along a length of the crucible; wherein the movable base and the crucible are configured to hold the molten BMG feedstock.

Abstract translation: 这里描述的是包括坩埚，可动基座和加热器的装置; 其中所述加热器构造成熔化BMG以在所述坩埚中形成熔融的BMG原料; 其中所述可移动底座被构造成沿所述坩埚的长度滑动; 其中所述可移动底座和所述坩埚被构造成保持所述熔融的BMG原料。

公开(公告)号：US20140083645A1

公开(公告)日：2014-03-27

申请号：US13628267

申请日：2012-09-27

Applicant: Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

Inventor： Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

IPC: B22D41/00 ,  B22D27/02 ,  B22D23/00 ,  B22D27/15

CPC classification number: B22D25/06 ,  B22D1/002 ,  B22D17/10 ,  B22D17/14 ,  B22D17/20 ,  B22D17/30 ,  B22D27/15 ,  B22D35/04 ,  B22D41/00 ,  B22D41/02 ,  B22D41/08 ,  B22D41/16

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments described herein relate to methods and systems for casting metal alloys into articles such as BMG articles. In one embodiment, processes involved for storing, pre-treating, alloying, melting, injecting, molding, etc. can be combined as desired and conducted in different chambers. During these processes, each chamber can be independently, separately controlled to have desired chamber environment, e.g., under vacuum, in an inert gas environment, or open to the surrounding environment. Due to the flexible, independent control of each chamber, the casting cycle time can be reduced and the production throughput can be increased. Contaminations of the molten materials and thus the final products are reduced or eliminated.

Abstract translation: 本文描述的示例性实施例涉及将金属合金铸造成诸如BMG制品的制品的方法和系统。 在一个实施方案中，用于储存，预处理，合金化，熔化，注射，模塑等的方法可以根据需要组合并在不同的室中进行。 在这些过程中，每个室可以独立地被控制以具有期望的室环境，例如在真空中，在惰性气体环境中，或者对周围环境开放。 由于每个室的灵活独立控制，可以减少铸造周期时间并且可以提高生产量。 熔融材料和最终产品的污染减少或消除。

公开(公告)号：US20140083640A1

公开(公告)日：2014-03-27

申请号：US13628262

申请日：2012-09-27

Applicant: Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermont J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

Inventor： Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermont J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

IPC: B22D18/00

CPC classification number: B22D17/002 ,  B22D17/04 ,  B22D17/2069 ,  B22D17/32 ,  B22D18/02 ,  B22D27/11 ,  C22C1/002 ,  C22C33/003 ,  C22C45/001 ,  C22C45/003 ,  C22C45/02 ,  C22C45/10

Abstract: Various embodiments provide methods and apparatus for forming bulk metallic glass (BMG) articles using a mold having a stationary mold part and a movable mold part paired to form a mold cavity. A molten material can be injected to fill the mold cavity. The molten material can then be cooled into a BMG article at a desired cooling rate. While injecting and/or cooling the molten material, the movement of the movable mold part can be controlled, such that a thermal contact between the molten material and the mold can be maintained. BMG articles can be formed without forming an underfilled part. Additional structural features can be imparted in the BMG article during formation. At least a portion of the formed BMG article can have an aspect ratio (first dimension/second dimension) of at least 10 or less than 0.1.

Abstract translation: 各种实施例提供了使用具有固定模具部分的模具和成对形成模具腔的可动模具部件来形成块状金属玻璃（BMG）制品的方法和装置。 可以注入熔融材料以填充模腔。 然后可以以所需的冷却速度将熔融的材料冷却成BMG制品。 在注入和/或冷却熔融材料的同时，可以控制活动模具部件的运动，从而可以保持熔融材料与模具之间的热接触。 可以形成BMG制品，而不形成底部填充部分。 在形成过程中，可以在BMG制品中赋予额外的结构特征。 形成的BMG制品的至少一部分可以具有至少10或小于0.1的纵横比（第一尺寸/第二尺寸）。

公开(公告)号：US20140083638A1

公开(公告)日：2014-03-27

申请号：US13628556

申请日：2012-09-27

Applicant: Theodore A. Waniuk ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

Inventor： THEODORE A. WANIUK ,  Joseph Stevick ,  Sean O'Keeffe ,  Dermot J. Stratton ,  Joseph C. Poole ,  Matthew S. Scott ,  Christopher D. Prest

IPC: C22B9/16 ,  H05B6/02 ,  B22D15/00

CPC classification number: B22D35/06 ,  B22D17/08 ,  B22D17/32 ,  B22D35/04 ,  B22D41/005 ,  F27B14/061 ,  F27B14/14 ,  F27B14/20 ,  F27D19/00 ,  F27D21/0014 ,  H05B6/26

Abstract: Disclosed is a vessel for melting and casting meltable materials. The vessel may be a surface temperature regulated vessel for providing a substantially non-wetting interface with the molten materials. In one embodiment, the vessel may include one or more temperature regulating channels configured to flow a fluid therein for regulating a surface temperature of the vessel such that molten materials are substantially non-wetting at the interface with the vessel. Disclosed also includes systems and methods for melting and casting meltable materials using the vessel.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于熔化和浇铸可熔材料的容器。 容器可以是用于提供与熔融材料基本上不润湿的界面的表面温度调节容器。 在一个实施例中，容器可以包括一个或多个温度调节通道，其构造成在其中流动流体以调节容器的表面温度，使得熔融材料在与容器的界面处基本上不润湿。 还公开了使用该容器熔化和浇注可熔材料的系统和方法。

公开(公告)号：US20140037257A1

公开(公告)日：2014-02-06

申请号：US13564995

申请日：2012-08-02

Applicant: Tseng-Mau Yang ,  Christopher D. Prest ,  Dale N. Memering

Inventor： Tseng-Mau Yang ,  Christopher D. Prest ,  Dale N. Memering

IPC: F21V8/00

CPC classification number: G02B6/08 ,  G02B6/0078 ,  G02B2006/12145 ,  G02F1/3137 ,  G02F2001/0142

Abstract: A display may have an array of display pixels that generate an image. A coherent fiber bundle may be mounted on the display pixels. The coherent fiber bundle may have a first surface that is adjacent to the display pixels and a second surface that is visible to a viewer. The coherent fiber bundle may contain fibers that carry light from the first surface to the second surface. The second surface may be planar or may have a central planar region and curved edge regions that run along opposing sides of the central planar region. The fibers may have cross-sectional surface areas with a first aspect ratio on the first surface and a second aspect ratio that is greater than the first aspect ratio on the second surface.

Abstract translation: 显示器可以具有生成图像的显示像素阵列。 相干光纤束可以安装在显示像素上。 相干光纤束可以具有与显示像素相邻的第一表面和观察者可见的第二表面。 相干纤维束可以包含携带从第一表面到第二表面的光的纤维。 第二表面可以是平面的或者可以具有中心平面区域和沿着中心平面区域的相对侧延伸的弯曲边缘区域。 纤维可以具有在第一表面上具有第一纵横比的横截面表面区域，并且第二纵横比大于第二表面上的第一长宽比。