Abstract

Alloys comprising a magnetic element, such as iron, nickel, and/or cobalt, and a resistance-enhancing material, and related compositions and methods, are generally described. In some embodiments, the alloy further comprises a grain size-reducing material. The resistance-enhancing material and/or the grain size -reducing material may increase the resistance (e.g., resistivity) of the alloy while still maintaining the magnetic properties of the alloy, which can improve the inductive properties of the alloy, or a composition comprising the alloy.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01F 1/01 - Magnets or magnetic bodies characterised by the magnetic materials thereforSelection of materials for their magnetic properties of inorganic materials
• H01F 1/14 - Magnets or magnetic bodies characterised by the magnetic materials thereforSelection of materials for their magnetic properties of inorganic materials characterised by their coercivity of soft-magnetic materials metals or alloys
• H01F 27/28 - CoilsWindingsConductive connections

Abstract

Magnets including a coating and related methods are described herein. The coating may include an aluminum layer. The aluminum layer may be formed in an electroplating process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 5/00 - Electroplating characterised by the processPretreatment or after-treatment of workpieces
• C23C 28/02 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and only coatings of metallic material
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium
• C25D 3/66 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from melts
• C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
• C25D 7/00 - Electroplating characterised by the article coated
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• C25D 17/16 - Apparatus for electrolytic coating of small objects in bulk
• H01F 1/147 - Alloys characterised by their composition
• H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets
• H01F 41/02 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing or assembling magnets, inductances or transformersApparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing materials characterised by their magnetic properties for manufacturing cores, coils or magnets

Goods & Services

Nanoscale palladium alloy for the manufacture of interconnects, electronics, low wear products, and other applications.

Goods & Services

Nanostructured silver alloy for the manufacture of interconnects, electronics, medical applications, and other applications.

Abstract

Coatings comprising iron alloys that include iron and at least another metal (e.g., cobalt and/or nickel) for wireless recharging devices are generally described. The coatings may be directly applied to a substrate, such as a print circuit board.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 5/10 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals
• C25D 3/20 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of iron
• C25D 5/40 - NickelChromium
• C25D 5/16 - Electroplating with layers of varying thickness

Abstract

Coatings comprising iron alloys that include iron and at least another metal (e.g., cobalt and/or nickel) for wireless recharging devices are generally described. The coatings may be directly applied to a substrate, such as a print circuit board.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01F 27/28 - CoilsWindingsConductive connections
• H01F 1/147 - Alloys characterised by their composition
• H01F 41/04 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing or assembling magnets, inductances or transformersApparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing materials characterised by their magnetic properties for manufacturing cores, coils or magnets for manufacturing coils
• H05K 1/16 - Printed circuits incorporating printed electric components, e.g. printed resistor, capacitor, inductor

Goods & Services

Metal coatings, namely, nanoscale palladium alloy for use in the manufacture of interconnects, electronics, and low wear products to yield low and stable contact resistance, greater wear durability, and improved corrosion stability

Goods & Services

Metal coating for inductors and coils, namely, nanostructured soft magnetic metals.

Goods & Services

Metal coating for inductors and coils, namely, nanostructured soft magnetic metals for coating metals

Goods & Services

A ternary nanostructured platinum alloy.

Abstract

Platinum-based alloys comprising a second element are generally described. In some embodiments, the platinum-based alloy may comprise a third element.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 5/04 - Alloys based on a platinum group metal
• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic

Abstract

Platinum-based alloys comprising a second element are generally described. In some embodiments, the platinum-based alloy may comprise a third element.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/018 -
• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C25D 5/10 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals
• B32B 15/00 - Layered products essentially comprising metal

Goods & Services

A ternary nanostructured platinum alloy

Goods & Services

Hard adherent refractory coatings for strength and corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys for coating metals.

Goods & Services

Hard adherent precious metal coatings for electrical contact, corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys in the form of electrodeposited nanocrystalline coatings applied on electroconductive materials.

Goods & Services

Hard adherent refractory coatings for strength and corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys for coating metals.

Abstract

Articles and methods for depositing iron alloy coatings onto metal wires for wireless recharging devices are generally described.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/20 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of iron
• C22C 38/08 - Ferrous alloys, e.g. steel alloys containing nickel
• C22F 1/08 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of copper or alloys based thereon
• C25D 5/50 - After-treatment of electroplated surfaces by heat-treatment
• C25D 7/06 - WiresStripsFoils

Abstract

Articles and methods for depositing iron alloy coatings onto metal wires for wireless recharging devices are generally described.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/12 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of nickel or cobalt
• C25D 5/04 - Electroplating with moving electrodes
• C25D 5/34 - Pretreatment of metallic surfaces to be electroplated
• C25D 7/06 - WiresStripsFoils
• H01F 41/04 - Apparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing or assembling magnets, inductances or transformersApparatus or processes specially adapted for manufacturing materials characterised by their magnetic properties for manufacturing cores, coils or magnets for manufacturing coils

Abstract

Articles including a multi-layer electrical contact and methods for applying the contact to a substrate are described herein. The article may include a substrate on which the multi-layer electrical contact is formed. In some embodiments, the electrical contact includes multiple metallic layers.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• H01R 12/58 - Fixed connections for rigid printed circuits or like structures characterised by the terminals terminals for insertion into holes
• H01R 13/04 - Pins or blades for co-operation with sockets

Abstract

Articles including a multi-layer electrical contact and methods for applying the contact to a substrate are described herein. The article may include a substrate on which the multi-layer electrical contact is formed. In some embodiments, the electrical contact includes multiple metallic layers.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C25D 5/00 - Electroplating characterised by the processPretreatment or after-treatment of workpieces
• C25D 7/00 - Electroplating characterised by the article coated
• H01B 1/02 - Conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materialsSelection of materials as conductors mainly consisting of metals or alloys

Abstract

Nickel-gold alloys as well as methods of forming the same are provided. In one aspect, an article is provided. The article comprises a nickel-gold alloy. Gold is present in the nickel-gold alloy at a gold concentration no greater than 10 atomic percent. In one aspect, a method is provided. The method comprises electrodepositing a nickel-gold alloy.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 5/02 - Alloys based on gold
• C22C 19/03 - Alloys based on nickel or cobalt based on nickel
• C25D 3/12 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of nickel or cobalt
• C25D 3/48 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of gold

Abstract

Nickel-gold alloys and methods of forming the same.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 19/05 - Alloys based on nickel or cobalt based on nickel with chromium
• C25D 3/12 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of nickel or cobalt

Abstract

Articles and methods for forming a layer of an iron oxide compound on a metal wire are generally described. The wire may be useful for wireless battery recharging devices.

IPC Classes  ?

• H02J 7/00 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries
• H02J 7/02 - Circuit arrangements for charging or depolarising batteries or for supplying loads from batteries for charging batteries from AC mains by converters
• H02J 50/10 - Circuit arrangements or systems for wireless supply or distribution of electric power using inductive coupling
• H01F 1/34 - Magnets or magnetic bodies characterised by the magnetic materials thereforSelection of materials for their magnetic properties of inorganic materials characterised by their coercivity of soft-magnetic materials non-metallic substances, e.g. ferrites

Abstract

Articles including a layer comprising nickel and chromium as well as related methods are described herein.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C22C 19/05 - Alloys based on nickel or cobalt based on nickel with chromium
• C25D 3/56 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys

Abstract

An electrical contact comprising a layer of a dark electrically conductive finish layer is generally described.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01B 1/08 - Conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materialsSelection of materials as conductors mainly consisting of other non-metallic substances oxides
• C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
• C25D 7/00 - Electroplating characterised by the article coated
• C23C 28/02 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and only coatings of metallic material

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. In some cases, the coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity. The articles may be coated, for example, using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C23C 30/00 - Coating with metallic material characterised only by the composition of the metallic material, i.e. not characterised by the coating process
• C23C 28/00 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and
• C25D 5/18 - Electroplating using modulated, pulsed or reversing current
• C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
• C25D 5/10 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals
• C25D 3/48 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of gold
• C25D 3/12 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of nickel or cobalt
• C23C 28/02 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and only coatings of metallic material
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• C22C 19/03 - Alloys based on nickel or cobalt based on nickel
• H01R 13/03 - Contact members characterised by the material, e.g. plating or coating materials
• C25D 5/00 - Electroplating characterised by the processPretreatment or after-treatment of workpieces

Abstract

Coated articles, electrodeposition baths, and related systems are described. The article may include a base material and a coating comprising silver formed thereon. In some embodiments, the coating comprises a silver-based alloy, such as a silver-tungsten alloy. The coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability (e.g., wear), hardness, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity, which may be beneficial, for example, in electrical and/or electronic applications. In some cases, the coating may be applied using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/64 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys containing more than 50% by weight of silver

Abstract

Electrodeposition bath compositions, additives, and maintenance methods are described. In one embodiment, an electrodeposition bath includes at least a first metal ionic species that reacts with a second metal ionic species to maintain either the first and/or second metal ionic species in a desired oxidation state for electrodeposition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/04 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of chromium
• C25D 3/54 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of metals not provided for in groups
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium
• C25D 3/66 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from melts
• C25D 21/18 - Regeneration of process solutions of electrolytes
• C25D 3/56 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys
• C22C 45/08 - Amorphous alloys with aluminium as the major constituent

Abstract

Electrodeposition bath compositions, additives, and maintenance methods are described. In one embodiment, an electrodeposition bath includes at least a first metal ionic species that reacts with a second metal ionic species to maintain either the first and/or second metal ionic species in a desired oxidation state for electrodeposition.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• C25D 1/00 - Electroforming
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium

Abstract

Magnets including a coating and related methods are described herein. The coating may include an aluminum layer. The aluminum layer may be formed in an electroplating process.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01F 7/02 - Permanent magnets
• H01F 1/147 - Alloys characterised by their composition
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium

Abstract

Magnets including a coating and related methods are described herein. The coating may include an aluminum layer. The aluminum layer may be formed in an electroplating process.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01F 1/10 - Magnets or magnetic bodies characterised by the magnetic materials thereforSelection of materials for their magnetic properties of inorganic materials characterised by their coercivity of hard-magnetic materials non-metallic substances, e.g. ferrites
• C23C 28/02 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and only coatings of metallic material
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium
• C25D 5/34 - Pretreatment of metallic surfaces to be electroplated
• H01F 1/01 - Magnets or magnetic bodies characterised by the magnetic materials thereforSelection of materials for their magnetic properties of inorganic materials

Goods & Services

Strong aluminum-based materials that can be used for strength, corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys for coating metals to add corrosion and scratch resistance, for adding strength to other lightweight materials and for forming discrete articles via electrodeposition and electroforming.

Abstract

Techniques for forming an enclosure comprised of an aluminum alloy are disclosed. In some embodiments, aluminum ions and metal element ions can be dissolved in a non-aqueous ionic liquid in an electrolytic plating bath. A reverse pulsed electric current can facilitate in co-depositing the aluminum ions and the metal element ions onto a metal substrate. The resulting aluminum alloy layer can include nanocrystalline structures, which can impart the alloy layer with increased hardness and increased resistance to scratching, corrosion, and abrasion. In some embodiments, the metal element ion is chromium and the aluminum alloy layer includes a chromium oxide passivation layer formed via a passivation process. Subsequent to the passivation process, the formation of the chromium oxide layer does not impart a change in color to the aluminum alloy layer. In some embodiments, hafnium ions are co-deposited with aluminum ions to form an aluminum hafnium alloy.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 5/18 - Electroplating using modulated, pulsed or reversing current
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• C25D 7/00 - Electroplating characterised by the article coated
• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• H05K 5/04 - Metal casings
• C25D 5/48 - After-treatment of electroplated surfaces
• C25D 3/66 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from melts
• H04M 1/02 - Constructional features of telephone sets
• C25D 1/00 - Electroforming
• C25D 11/24 - Chemical after-treatment

Abstract

Techniques for forming an enclosure comprised of aluminum zirconium alloy layer are disclosed. In some embodiments, aluminum ions and zirconium ions can be dissolved in a non-aqueous ionic liquid in an electrolytic plating bath. A reverse pulsed electric current can facilitate in co-depositing the aluminum ions and the zirconium ions onto a metal substrate. The resulting aluminum zirconium alloy layer can include nanocrystalline grain structures, which can impart the alloy layer with increased hardness and increased resistance to scratching, denting, and abrasion. In some embodiments, the aluminum zirconium alloy layer can be anodized to form an aluminum oxide layer. Subsequent to the anodization operation, the oxidized layer is able to retain its substantially neutral color.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon
• C25D 7/00 - Electroplating characterised by the article coated
• C25D 5/48 - After-treatment of electroplated surfaces
• H05K 5/04 - Metal casings
• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C25D 5/18 - Electroplating using modulated, pulsed or reversing current
• C25D 3/66 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from melts

Goods & Services

Strong aluminum-based materials that can be used for strength, corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys for coating metals to add corrosion and scratch resistance, for adding strength to other lightweight materials and for forming discrete articles via electrodeposition and electroforming

Abstract

Articles including a nickel-free coating and methods for applying coatings are described herein. The invention related to nickel-free coating formed on the substrate, the coating including a first metallic layer formed on the substrate, wherein the first metallic layer comprises silver; and a second metallic layer formed on the first metallic layer, the second metallic layer comprising rhodium.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/00 - Layered products essentially comprising metal

Abstract

Articles including a multi-layer coating and methods for applying coatings are described herein. The article may include a substrate on which the multi-layer coating is formed. In some embodiments, the coating includes multiple metallic layers.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 18/31 - Coating with metals
• C23C 18/42 - Coating with noble metals
• C25B 11/04 - ElectrodesManufacture thereof not otherwise provided for characterised by the material
• C25D 1/16 - Metals

Abstract

Magnets including a coating and related methods are described herein. The coating may include an aluminum manganese alloy layer. The aluminum manganese alloy layer may be formed in an electroplating process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C22C 22/00 - Alloys based on manganese
• C25D 3/00 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium
• C25D 3/56 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys
• H01F 1/053 - Alloys characterised by their composition containing rare earth metals

Abstract

Electrodeposition methods and coated articles (e.g., electrical connectors) are described herein.

IPC Classes  ?

• B05D 3/06 - Pretreatment of surfaces to which liquids or other fluent materials are to be appliedAfter-treatment of applied coatings, e.g. intermediate treating of an applied coating preparatory to subsequent applications of liquids or other fluent materials by exposure to radiation

Abstract

Leveling additives, their use in electrodeposition, and regeneration are described. In one embodiment, an electrodeposition bath may include a non-aqueous liquid and an optionally substituted aromatic hydrocarbon. The optionally substituted aromatic hydrocarbon may be protonated. A method prepares an electrodeposition bath with a leveling additive may include: adding an optionally substituted basic aromatic hydrocarbon to a non-aqueous liquid; and protonating the basic aromatic hydrocarbon in the non-aqueous liquid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/02 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• H01G 11/60 - Liquid electrolytes characterised by the solvent

Abstract

Leveling additives, their use in electrodeposition, and regeneration are described. In one embodiment, an electrodeposition bath may include a non-aqueous liquid and an optionally substituted aromatic hydrocarbon. The optionally substituted aromatic hydrocarbon may be protonated.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 5/18 - Electroplating using modulated, pulsed or reversing current
• C25D 3/66 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from melts
• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium
• C25C 3/06 - Electrolytic production, recovery or refining of metals by electrolysis of melts of aluminium
• C25D 3/56 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings including a layer comprising Rh and/or Ru are described. In some cases, the coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity. The articles may be coated, for example, using an electrodeposition process. The articles may comprise a base material, a barrier layer formed on the base material, a metal layer formed on the barrier layer, and a layer comprising Rh and/or Ru formed on the metal layer and having a thickness between about 1 microinch and about 5 microinches.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 33/00 - Layered products characterised by particular properties or particular surface features, e.g. particular surface coatingsLayered products designed for particular purposes not covered by another single class
• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C25D 7/00 - Electroplating characterised by the article coated

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. In some cases, the coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity. The articles may be coated, for example, using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C25D 5/18 - Electroplating using modulated, pulsed or reversing current
• C25D 3/48 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of gold
• C23C 28/00 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and
• C25D 3/12 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of nickel or cobalt
• C25D 5/10 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals
• C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
• C23C 30/00 - Coating with metallic material characterised only by the composition of the metallic material, i.e. not characterised by the coating process

Abstract

Embodiments of the current disclosure are related to electrodeposition. Electrodeposited stable nano structured aluminum manganese alloys exhibit an exceptional combination of high hardness and tensile ductility. In addition to the combination of high hardness and tensile ductility, the alloys are approximately the same density as other aluminum alloys. This combination of high strength, ductility, and light weight make it an ideal structural material for applications such as armor, aircraft, sporting equipment, and other applications where a light weight high strength ductile material would be of benefit.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/02 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions

Abstract

Electrodeposition methods for use with printed circuit boards and other articles are provided.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 5/02 - Electroplating of selected surface areas
• H05K 1/09 - Use of materials for the metallic pattern

Abstract

An article comprising an electrodeposited aluminum alloy is described herein. The electrodeposited aluminum alloy comprises an average grain size less than approximately 1 micrometer. The electrodeposited aluminum alloy thickness is greater than approximately 40 micrometers. A ductility of the electrodeposited aluminum alloy is greater than approximately 2%.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/44 - Aluminium
• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
• C25D 1/00 - Electroforming
• C23C 30/00 - Coating with metallic material characterised only by the composition of the metallic material, i.e. not characterised by the coating process
• C22C 22/00 - Alloys based on manganese
• C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium
• C25D 3/66 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from melts
• C25D 1/02 - TubesRingsHollow bodies
• C25D 1/04 - WiresStripsFoils
• C25D 3/56 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys
• C25D 11/04 - Anodisation of aluminium or alloys based thereon

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. In some cases, the coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity. The articles may be coated, for example, using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C25D 3/48 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of gold
• C23C 28/00 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and
• C25D 3/12 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of nickel or cobalt
• C25D 5/10 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals
• C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
• C25D 5/18 - Electroplating using modulated, pulsed or reversing current
• C23C 30/00 - Coating with metallic material characterised only by the composition of the metallic material, i.e. not characterised by the coating process

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. The article may include a base material and a coating comprising silver formed thereon. In some embodiments, the coating comprises a silver-based alloy, such as a silver-tungsten alloy. The coating may, in some instances, include at least two layers. For example, the coating may include a first layer comprising a silver-based alloy and a second layer comprising a precious metal. The coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability (e.g., wear), hardness, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity, which may be beneficial, for example, in electrical and/or electronic applications. In some cases, the coating may be applied using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• H01R 13/03 - Contact members characterised by the material, e.g. plating or coating materials
• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C25D 3/64 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys containing more than 50% by weight of silver
• C22C 5/06 - Alloys based on silver
• C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance

Abstract

Methods for the use of nanocrystalline or amorphous metals or alloys as coatings with industrial processes are provided. Three, specific, such methods have been detailed. One of the preferred embodiments provides a method for the high volume electrodeposition of many components with a nanocrystalline or amorphous metal or alloy, and the components produced thereby. Another preferred embodiment provides a method for application of a nanocrystalline or amorphous coatings in a continuous electrodeposition process and the product produced thereby. Another of the preferred embodiments of the present invention provides a method for reworking and/or rebuilding components and the components produced thereby.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/56 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys
• C25D 7/06 - WiresStripsFoils

Abstract

Coated articles, electrodeposition baths, and related systems are described. The article may include a base material and a coating comprising silver formed thereon. In some embodiments, the coating comprises a silver-based alloy, such as a silver-tungsten alloy. The coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability (e.g., wear), hardness, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity, which may be beneficial, for example, in electrical and/or electronic applications. In some cases, the coating may be applied using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper

Abstract

Articles, such as printed circuit boards, that include electrodeposited coatings, as well as electrodeposition processes for forming such coatings are described herein. In one aspect, a method of forming a conductive region on a printed circuit board structure is provided. The method comprises electrodepositing a first layer of a coating on a portion of a printed circuit board structure. The first layer comprises an alloy comprising nickel and tungsten. The weight percentage of tungsten in the first layer is between 10% and 35%. The first layer has a nanocrystalline grain size. The method further comprises electrodepositing a second layer of the coating formed over the first layer.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. The article may include a base material and a coating comprising silver formed thereon. In some embodiments, the coating comprises a silver-based alloy, such as a silver-tungsten alloy. The coating may, in some instances, include at least two layers. For example, the coating may include a first layer comprising a silver-based alloy and a second layer comprising a precious metal. The coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability (e.g., wear), hardness, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity, which may be beneficial, for example, in electrical and/or electronic applications. In some cases, the coating may be applied using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/00 - Layered products essentially comprising metal
• H01R 13/03 - Contact members characterised by the material, e.g. plating or coating materials

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. The article may include a base material and a coating comprising silver formed thereon. In some embodiments, the coating comprises a silver-based alloy, such as a silver-tungsten alloy. The coating may, in some instances, include at least two layers. For example, the coating may include a first layer comprising a silver-based alloy and a second layer comprising a precious metal. The coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability (e.g., wear), hardness, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity, which may be beneficial, for example, in electrical and/or electronic applications. In some cases, the coating may be applied using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C22C 5/06 - Alloys based on silver

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. The article may include a base material and a coating comprising silver formed thereon. In some embodiments, the coating comprises a silver-based alloy, such as a silver-tungsten alloy. The coating may, in some instances, include at least two layers. For example, the coating may include a first layer comprising a silver-based alloy and a second layer comprising a precious metal. The coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability (e.g., wear), hardness, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity, which may be beneficial, for example, in electrical and/or electronic applications. In some cases, the coating may be applied using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 5/10 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals
• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• H01R 13/03 - Contact members characterised by the material, e.g. plating or coating materials
• C22C 5/06 - Alloys based on silver
• C25D 3/64 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys containing more than 50% by weight of silver
• C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
• B32B 15/04 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. In some cases, the coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity. The articles may be coated, for example, using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
• C25D 5/18 - Electroplating using modulated, pulsed or reversing current

Abstract

Coated articles and methods for applying coatings are described. In some cases, the coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity. The articles are coated, for example, using an electrodeposition process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 28/00 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and
• C25D 5/02 - Electroplating of selected surface areas
• C25D 5/10 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals
• C25D 5/12 - Electroplating with more than one layer of the same or of different metals at least one layer being of nickel or chromium
• C25D 5/16 - Electroplating with layers of varying thickness
• C25D 5/18 - Electroplating using modulated, pulsed or reversing current

Goods & Services

Hard adherent precious metal coatings for electrical contact, corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys in the form of electrodeposited nanocrystalline coatings applied on electroconductive materials; Hard adherent non-precious metal coatings for electrical contact, corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys in the form of electrodeposited nanocrystalline coatings applied on electroconductive materials

Goods & Services

Hard adherent precious metal coatings for electrical contact, corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys in the form of electrodeposited nanocrystalline coatings applied on electroconductive materials; Hard adherent non-precious metal coatings for electrical contact, corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys in the form of electrodeposited nanocrystalline coatings applied on electroconductive materials

Abstract

Electrodeposition baths, systems and methods are provided. In some embodiments, the baths, systems and methods are used to deposit metal alloy coatings.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 3/56 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys
• B22F 7/00 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting

Goods & Services

Hard adherent precious metal coatings for electrical contact, corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys in the form of electrodeposited nanocrystalline coatings applied on electroconductive materials

Abstract

Coated articles and related methods are described. In some cases, the coated articles may exhibit high strength, hardness, brightness, abrasion resistance, corrosion resistance, and other desirable structural and functional properties. In some embodiments, the coatings may include an alloy, such as a nickel-tungsten alloy and/or metal oxides.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 30/00 - Coating with metallic material characterised only by the composition of the metallic material, i.e. not characterised by the coating process
• C23C 28/02 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and only coatings of metallic material
• C25D 3/56 - ElectroplatingBaths therefor from solutions of alloys

Goods & Services

Hard adherent refractory coatings for strength and corrosion and scratch resistance, namely nanostructured alloys for coating metals.

Goods & Services

Hard adherent refractory coatings for strength and corrosion and scratch resistance, namely nanostructured alloys for coating metals.

Goods & Services

Hard adherent refractory coatings for strength and corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys for coating metals

Goods & Services

Hard adherent refractory coatings for strength and corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys for coating metals

Goods & Services

Hard adherent refractory coatings for strength and corrosion and scratch resistance, namely, nanostructured alloys for coating metals

Abstract

Methods for the use of nanocrystalline or amorphous metals or alloys as coatings with industrial processes are provided. Three, specific, such methods have been detailed. One of the preferred embodiments provides a method for the high volume electrodeposition of many components with a nanocrystalline or amorphous metal or alloy, and the components produced thereby. Another preferred embodiment provides a method for application of a nanocrystalline or amorphous coatings in a continuous electrodeposition process and the product produced thereby. Another of the preferred embodiments of the present invention provides a method for reworking and/or rebuilding components and the components produced thereby.

IPC Classes  ?

• C25D 5/02 - Electroplating of selected surface areas
• C25D 15/00 - Electrolytic or electrophoretic production of coatings containing embedded materials, e.g. particles, whiskers, wires

Abstract

Methods for the use of nanocrystalline or amorphous metals or alloys as coatings with industrial processes are provided. Three, specific, such methods have been detailed. One of the preferred embodiments provides a method for the high volume electrodeposition of many components with a nanocrystalline or amorphous metal or alloy, and the components produced thereby. Another preferred embodiment provides a method for application of a nanocrystalline or amorphous coatings in a continuous electrodeposition process and the product produced thereby. Another of the preferred embodiments of the present invention provides a method for reworking and/or rebuilding components and the components produced thereby.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 5/16 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer formed of particles, e.g. chips, chopped fibres, powder
• B22F 7/02 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite layers
• B22F 9/02 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereofApparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using physical processes