US3833348A
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Method of joining a pair of silicon nitride parts
Assignee: ZF International UK Ltd
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Filing: 1972-03-14
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Granted: 1974-09-03
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Expires: 1992-03-14
Abstract
Abstract To join a pair of silicon nitride parts, a powdered glass containing silicon, aluminium, an alkaline earth metal and oxygen is provided on at least one of the parts to be joined. The powdered glass is then heated so as to produce molten glass between the parts whereby, on cooling, the glass provides a joint between the parts. The powdered glass can also contain silicon, manganese and oxygen, together with aluminium.
Inventors
- 👤 R Stokes
- 👤 B Hunt
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 11:41
CPC Classifications
C; C04; C04B; C04B37/00; C04B37/003; C04B37/005; C03; C03C; C03C3/00; C03C3/04; C03C3/076; C03C3/083; C03C3/085; C03C3/087; C04B2237/00; C04B2237/02; C04B2237/10; C04B2237/30; C04B2237/32; C04B2237/36; C04B2237/368
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
14 words
A method as claimed in claim 1 wherein the powdered glass also contains aluminium.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
20 words
A method as claimed in claim 2 wherein the composition of the glass by weight lies within the following range:
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
A method as claimed in claim 1 wherein the powdered glass is provided between the parts to be joined and the parts are pressed together during the heating step (b) and the subsequent cooling of the molten glass.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
A method as claimed in claim 1 wherein the heating step (b) is carried out in an atmosphere inert to the silicon nitride parts.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1977-09-02 | 1978-03-04 | 1978-09-03 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-09-02 | 1982-03-04 | 1982-09-03 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-09-02 | 1986-03-04 | 1986-09-03 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |