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1.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Serial Number 88862972
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-04-07
Registration Date 2021-06-15
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,

Goods & Services

Metals and metal alloys; Amorphous metals; Common metals and their alloys; Metal castings; Metal hinges; Metal hardware, namely, springs, washers, nuts, pins, nails, screws, bolts, and rivets; all of the foregoing made using or consisting substantially in part of a unique amorphous metal alloy metal rings, metal gears, metal scales, metal watch faces, and metal watch bands, sold as a component part of watches; metal rings, metal gears, metal scales, and metal clock faces sold as a component part of clocks; metal chains, metal clasps, ring bands, and jewel settings sold as a component part of jewelry Sporting goods, namely, metal shafts and metal heads sold as a component part of golf clubs, metal cores sold as a component part of golf balls, golf club shafts, metal flakes or bands sold as a component part of golf grips, metal fixtures and handles sold as a component part of golf bags, metal frames sold as a component part of tennis rackets Metal fabrication and finishing services for others; Metal casting; Metal plating; Manufacturing process consulting; Manufacturing services for others in the field of consumer electronics, medical devices, scientific apparatus, orthopedic implants, watches, clocks, jewelry, sporting goods, and toys; Manufacture of metal parts to order and/or specification of others

2.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Serial Number 88863010
Status Registered
Filing Date 2020-04-07
Registration Date 2021-06-15
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment
  • 40 - Treatment of materials; recycling, air and water treatment,

Goods & Services

Metals and metal alloys; Amorphous metals; Common metals and their alloys; Metal castings; Metal hinges; Metal hardware, namely, springs, washers, nuts, pins, nails, screws, bolts, and rivets; all of the foregoing made using or consisting substantially in part of a unique amorphous metal alloy metal rings, metal gears, metal scales, metal watch faces, and metal watch bands, sold as a component part of watches; metal rings, metal gears, metal scales, and metal clock faces sold as a component part of clocks; metal chains, metal clasps, ring bands, and jewel settings sold as a component part of jewelry Sporting goods, namely, metal shafts and metal heads sold as a component part of golf clubs, metal cores sold as a component part of golf balls, golf club shafts, metal flakes or bands sold as a component part of golf grips, metal fixtures and handles sold as a component part of golf bags, metal frames sold as a component part of tennis rackets Metal fabrication and finishing services for others; Metal casting; Metal plating; Manufacturing process consulting; Manufacturing services for others in the field of consumer electronics, medical devices, scientific apparatus, orthopedic implants, watches, clocks, jewelry, sporting goods, and toys; Manufacture of metal parts to order and/or specification of others

3.

Manifold collar for distributing fluid through a cold crucible

      
Application Number 15936199
Grant Number 10857592
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-26
First Publication Date 2018-07-26
Grant Date 2020-12-08
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Verreault, Adam A.
  • O'Keeffe, Sean T.
  • Stevick, Joseph W.

Abstract

Disclosed are embodiments of a temperature regulated vessel and a fluid delivery device, and methods of use thereof. The vessel can be used in an injection molding apparatus and include one or more temperature regulating lines configured to flow a fluid or liquid within the body (e.g., to heat a cold device). The fluid delivery device is mounted in the apparatus and has a collar with an opening extending therethrough to sealingly mate with the vessel. A delivery channel is provided within the collar for directing an input flow of fluid into the vessel. An exit channel can also be provided within the collar for directing an output flow of the fluid from the vessel.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/08 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled
  • B22D 17/10 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled with horizontal press motion
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/22 - DiesDie platesDie supportsCooling equipment for diesAccessories for loosening and ejecting castings from dies
  • F27B 14/08 - Details specially adapted for crucible, pot or tank furnaces

4.

Ingot loading mechanism for injection molding machine

      
Application Number 15452085
Grant Number 10300528
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-07
First Publication Date 2018-02-22
Grant Date 2019-05-28
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor Stevick, Joseph W.

Abstract

Disclosed is an apparatus for loading one or more alloy ingots into a molding machine. The apparatus includes a holder configured to hold a plurality of the alloy ingots and dispense one or more of the alloy ingots into a melt zone of the molding machine through an opening in a mold of the machine. The holder is moved in a perpendicular direction with respect to an axis along a center of the opening in the mold between a first position in line with the opening in the mold to dispense one or more of the alloy ingots and a second position away from the opening in the mold. The apparatus can carry ingots of amorphous alloy material so that when the machine melts and molds the material, it forms a bulk amorphous alloy containing part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/14 - Machines with evacuated die cavity
  • B22D 17/28 - Melting pots
  • B22D 18/02 - Pressure casting making use of mechanical pressing devices, e.g. cast-forging

5.

Bulk metallic glass interference layers

      
Application Number 15648249
Grant Number 10870904
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-07-12
First Publication Date 2018-01-18
Grant Date 2020-12-22
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Stevick, Joseph W.
  • Lopez, Adrian

Abstract

BMG parts having an uniform and consistently thick metal oxide layer. The metal oxide layer, also known as an interference layer, exhibits a consistent color and durability over the entire surface of the part. Methods and devices involved in forming the BMG parts with uniformly thick interference layers are also provided.

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
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 45/08 - Amorphous alloys with aluminium as the major constituent
  • B32B 3/30 - Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a particular shape of the outline of the cross-section of a continuous layerLayered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shapeLayered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a layer with cavities or internal voids characterised by a layer formed with recesses or projections, e.g. grooved, ribbed
  • C25D 11/02 - Anodisation
  • C25D 11/26 - Anodisation of refractory metals or alloys based thereon
  • C22C 16/00 - Alloys based on zirconium
  • C23C 18/18 - Pretreatment of the material to be coated

6.

Au-base bulk solidifying amorphous alloys

      
Application Number 13945176
Grant Number 09695494
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-07-18
First Publication Date 2017-06-01
Grant Date 2017-07-04
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Schroers, Jan
  • Peker, Atakan

Abstract

Compositions for forming Au-based bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys are provided. The Au-based bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys of the current invention are based on ternary Au—Cu—Si alloys, and the extension of this ternary system to higher order alloys by the addition of one or more alloying elements. Additional substitute elements are also provided, which allow for the tailoring of the physical properties of the Au-base bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys of the current invention.

IPC Classes  ?

7.

Bulk metallic glass sheets and parts made therefrom

      
Application Number 15280840
Grant Number 10968547
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-29
First Publication Date 2017-03-30
Grant Date 2021-04-06
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor Stevick, Joseph W.

Abstract

Bulk metallic glass sheets and parts fabricated from individual bulk metallic glass fibers and tows are provided. Bulk metallic glass fibers and tows are used to prepare complex weave designs having desired thickness and fiber orientation for a particular use of a BMG feedstock. Appropriately designed bulk metallic glass weaves can be thermoplastically heated to form sheets and feedstock for parts having desired wall thickness and area coverage.

IPC Classes  ?

  • D03D 15/00 - Woven fabrics characterised by the material, structure or properties of the fibres, filaments, yarns, threads or other warp or weft elements used
  • G06F 1/16 - Constructional details or arrangements
  • D03D 1/00 - Woven fabrics designed to make specified articles
  • H05K 5/04 - Metal casings
  • H04M 1/00 - Substation equipment, e.g. for use by subscribers
  • H04M 1/18 - Telephone sets specially adapted for use in ships, mines, or other places exposed to adverse environment

8.

Unevenly spaced induction coil for molten alloy containment

      
Application Number 15154848
Grant Number 09841237
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-05-13
First Publication Date 2016-09-08
Grant Date 2017-12-12
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Verreault, Adam A.
  • O'Keeffe, Sean T.
  • Stevick, Joseph W.
  • Yahata, Brennan D.

Abstract

Various embodiments provide an apparatus and methods for containing the molten materials within a melt zone during melting. The apparatus may include a vessel configured to receive a material for melting therein and an induction coil with unevenly spaced turns along its length. Induction coil can have a series of turns acting as a first (e.g., load) induction coil and a series of turns acting as a second (e.g., containment) induction coil. The material in the vessel can be heated and contained by the separated turns of the induction coil. A plunger can also assist in containing material during melting. Once the desired temperature is achieved and maintained for the molten material, operation of the induction coil can be stopped and the molten material can be ejected from the vessel into a mold using the plunger.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/10 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled with horizontal press motion
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • H05B 6/36 - Coil arrangements
  • F27D 11/06 - Induction heating, i.e. in which the material being heated, or its container or elements embodied therein, form the secondary of a transformer
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties
  • B22D 27/04 - Influencing the temperature of the metal, e.g. by heating or cooling the mould
  • B22D 27/20 - Measures not previously mentioned for influencing the grain structure or textureSelection of compositions therefor
  • B22D 41/01 - Heating means
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • B22D 18/06 - Vacuum casting, i.e. making use of vacuum to fill the mould
  • B22D 37/00 - Controlling or regulating the pouring of molten metal from a casting melt-holding vessel
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • H05B 6/44 - Coil arrangements having more than one coil or coil segment
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • F27D 3/00 - ChargingDischargingManipulation of charge
  • F27D 3/14 - Charging or discharging liquid or molten material
  • F27D 11/12 - Arrangement of elements for electric heating in or on furnaces with electromagnetic fields acting directly on the material being heated
  • H05B 6/06 - Control, e.g. of temperature, of power
  • H05B 6/30 - Arrangements for remelting or zone melting

9.

Quartz pouring and casting system for non-wetting amorphous alloys

      
Application Number 14572107
Grant Number 09733017
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-16
First Publication Date 2016-03-31
Grant Date 2017-08-15
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC. (USA)
Inventor
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy
  • Verreault, Adam A.
  • Deming, Michael
  • Jelbert, Glenton
  • O'Keeffe, Stephanie
  • Lopez, Adrian

Abstract

Described herein is a crucible with a rod fused thereon to optimize pouring of molten material, and method of using the same. The crucible has a body configured for receipt of an amorphous alloy material in a vertical direction, and the rod extends in a horizontal direction from the body. The body of the crucible and the rod are formed from silica or quartz. The rod may be fused to the body of the crucible and provided off a center axis so that pouring molten material is improved when the crucible is rotated.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22B 9/16 - Remelting metals
  • F27B 14/10 - Crucibles
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties
  • B22D 41/04 - Casting melt-holding vessels, e.g. ladles, tundishes, cups or the like tiltable
  • B22D 41/00 - Casting melt-holding vessels, e.g. ladles, tundishes, cups or the like
  • F27D 3/14 - Charging or discharging liquid or molten material
  • F27B 14/02 - Crucible or pot furnacesTank furnaces with tilting or rocking arrangements
  • F27B 14/04 - Crucible or pot furnacesTank furnaces adapted for treating the charge in vacuum or special atmosphere
  • F27B 5/04 - Muffle furnacesRetort furnacesOther furnaces in which the charge is held completely isolated adapted for treating the charge in vacuum or special atmosphere
  • F27B 5/12 - Arrangement of devices for charging
  • F27B 14/08 - Details specially adapted for crucible, pot or tank furnaces
  • F27D 5/00 - Supports, screens or the like for the charge within the furnace

10.

HORIZONTAL SKULL MELT SHOT SLEEVE

      
Application Number US2015052222
Publication Number 2016/049457
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-09-25
Publication Date 2016-03-31
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • O'Keeffe, Sean
  • Verreault, Adam A.
  • Jelbert, Glenton
  • Deming, Michael

Abstract

Disclosed are embodiments of a vessel configured to contain a secondary magnetic induction field therein for melting materials, and methods of use thereof. The vessel can be used in an injection molding apparatus having an induction coil positioned adjacent to the vessel. The vessel can have a tubular body configured to substantially surround and receive a plunger tip. Longitudinal slots or gaps extend through the thickness of the body to allow and/or direct eddy currents into the vessel during application of an RF induction field from the coil. The body also includes temperature regulating lines configured to flow a liquid within. The temperature regulating lines can be provided to run longitudinally within the wall(s) of the body between its inner bore and outer surface(s). A flange may be provided at one end of the body to secure the body within an injection molding apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys

11.

Horizontal skull melt shot sleeve

      
Application Number 14572066
Grant Number 09873151
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-16
First Publication Date 2016-03-31
Grant Date 2018-01-23
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy
  • Verreault, Adam A.
  • Jelbert, Glenton
  • Deming, Michael

Abstract

Disclosed are embodiments of a vessel configured to contain a secondary magnetic induction field therein for melting materials, and methods of use thereof. The vessel can be used in an injection molding apparatus having an induction coil positioned adjacent to the vessel. The vessel can have a tubular body configured to substantially surround and receive a plunger tip. Longitudinal slots or gaps extend through the thickness of the body to allow and/or direct eddy currents into the vessel during application of an RF induction field from the coil. The body also includes temperature regulating lines configured to flow a liquid within. The temperature regulating lines can be provided to run longitudinally within the wall(s) of the body between its inner bore and outer surface(s). A flange may be provided at one end of the body to secure the body within an injection molding apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/10 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled with horizontal press motion
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • H05B 6/36 - Coil arrangements
  • H05B 6/44 - Coil arrangements having more than one coil or coil segment
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/28 - Melting pots
  • B22D 41/01 - Heating means
  • B23H 7/02 - Wire-cutting
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • C22C 33/00 - Making ferrous alloys
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent

12.

Encapsulated ceramic armor

      
Application Number 14266934
Grant Number RE045830
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-05-01
First Publication Date 2015-12-29
Grant Date 2015-12-29
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Collier, Steven
  • Peker, Atakan

Abstract

An impact resistant clad composite armor which includes a ceramic core, and a layer of bulk amorphous alloy surrounding the ceramic core and preferably bonded chemically to the ceramic core and a method of manufacturing such armor is provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • H04L 9/08 - Key distribution
  • G11B 20/00 - Signal processing not specific to the method of recording or reproducingCircuits therefor
  • H04L 9/32 - Arrangements for secret or secure communicationsNetwork security protocols including means for verifying the identity or authority of a user of the system
  • H04N 5/913 - Television signal processing therefor for scrambling
  • H04N 21/266 - Channel or content management, e.g. generation and management of keys and entitlement messages in a conditional access system or merging a VOD unicast channel into a multicast channel
  • H04N 21/41 - Structure of clientStructure of client peripherals
  • H04N 21/418 - External card to be used in combination with the client device, e.g. for conditional access
  • H04N 21/432 - Content retrieval operation from a local storage medium, e.g. hard-disk
  • H04N 21/4405 - Processing of video elementary streams, e.g. splicing a video clip retrieved from local storage with an incoming video stream or rendering scenes according to encoded video stream scene graphs involving video stream decryption
  • H04N 21/442 - Monitoring of processes or resources, e.g. detecting the failure of a recording device, monitoring the downstream bandwidth, the number of times a movie has been viewed or the storage space available from the internal hard disk
  • H04N 21/4627 - Rights management
  • H04N 21/8355 - Generation of protective data, e.g. certificates involving usage data, e.g. number of copies or viewings allowed
  • H04N 21/8358 - Generation of protective data, e.g. certificates involving watermark

13.

Layer-by layer construction with bulk metallic glasses

      
Application Number 14728076
Grant Number 09643244
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-02
First Publication Date 2015-09-17
Grant Date 2017-05-09
Owner
  • Apple Inc. (USA)
  • Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Prest, Christopher D.
  • Poole, Joseph C.
  • Stevick, Joseph
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew

Abstract

Described herein is a method of selectively depositing molten bulk metallic glass (BMG). In one embodiment, a continuous stream or discrete droplets of molten BMG is deposited to selected positions. The deposition can be repeated as needed layer by layer. One or more layers of non-BMG can be used as needed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 19/00 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product
  • B22D 23/00 - Casting processes not provided for in groups
  • B22D 19/16 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product for making compound objects cast of two or more different metals, e.g. for making rolls for rolling mills
  • B22D 27/00 - Treating the metal in the mould while it is molten or ductile
  • B22D 27/02 - Use of electric or magnetic effects
  • B22D 27/15 - Treating the metal in the mould while it is molten or ductile by using vacuum
  • B22D 41/01 - Heating means
  • B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
  • 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 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 1/02 - Making non-ferrous alloys by melting
  • B22D 37/00 - Controlling or regulating the pouring of molten metal from a casting melt-holding vessel
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties

14.

Amorphous metal overmolding

      
Application Number 14537384
Grant Number 10065396
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-10
First Publication Date 2015-07-23
Grant Date 2018-09-04
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Verreault, Adam A.
  • O'Keeffe, Sean T.
  • Jelbert, Glenton R.

Abstract

An embodiment relates to a method comprising overmolding a bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy on a preform of another material than the bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy to form a bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy overmolded preform. Another embodiment relates to an article comprising an overmolded shell comprising the bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy on a preform of another material than the bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy. The preform could be made of a crystalline or amorphous metal or alloy such as aluminum, stainless steel, copper or beryllium.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/00 - Pressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure
  • B32B 15/01 - Layered products essentially comprising metal all layers being exclusively metallic
  • B22D 19/00 - Casting in, on, or around, objects which form part of the product
  • B32B 15/20 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising aluminium or copper
  • B32B 15/18 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising iron or steel

15.

Containment gate for inline temperature control melting

      
Application Number 14350498
Grant Number 09630246
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-10-14
First Publication Date 2015-05-28
Grant Date 2017-04-25
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Deming, Michael
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.
  • O'Keeffe, Sean

Abstract

Disclosed is an apparatus comprising at least one gate and a vessel, the gate being configured to move between a first position to restrict entry into an ejection path of the vessel and contain a material in a meltable form within the vessel during melting of the material, and a second position to allow movement of the material in a molten form through the ejection path. The gate can move linearly or rotate between its first and second positions, for example. The apparatus is configured to melt the material and the at least one gate is configured to allow the apparatus to be maintained under vacuum during the melting of the material. Melting can be performed using an induction source. The apparatus may also include a mold configured to receive molten material and for molding a molded part, such as a bulk amorphous alloy part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • B22D 17/14 - Machines with evacuated die cavity
  • B22D 17/22 - DiesDie platesDie supportsCooling equipment for diesAccessories for loosening and ejecting castings from dies
  • B22D 27/15 - Treating the metal in the mould while it is molten or ductile by using vacuum

16.

Induction shield and its method of use in a system

      
Application Number 14374803
Grant Number 09955533
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-20
First Publication Date 2015-05-14
Grant Date 2018-04-24
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy
  • Stevick, Joseph
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.

Abstract

An induction shield is configured to substantially reduce emissions emitted from an induction heat source (e.g., coil) during use. The shield is positioned adjacent to a vessel (e.g., in an injection system) having a melting portion configured to receive meltable material to be melted therein and an induction heat source positioned adjacent the vessel configured to melt the meltable material received in the melting portion of the vessel. The shield may include a tube configuration configured to flow liquid therein to absorb heat emitted from the heat source. The tube configuration can comprise a single tube or multiple tubes. The shield can be positioned adjacent the induction source in a helical manner, for example, or at ends of the vessel. The shield can be used during melting of amorphous alloy and for forming a part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05B 6/22 - Furnaces without an endless core
  • H05B 6/02 - Induction heating
  • H05B 6/20 - Furnaces having endless cores having melting channel only
  • F27B 14/06 - Crucible or pot furnacesTank furnaces heated electrically, e.g. induction crucible furnaces, with or without any other source of heat
  • F27D 11/06 - Induction heating, i.e. in which the material being heated, or its container or elements embodied therein, form the secondary of a transformer
  • B29C 45/72 - Heating or cooling
  • F27D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass

17.

Bulk solidifying amorphous alloys with improved mechanical properties

      
Application Number 14480357
Grant Number 09745651
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-09-08
First Publication Date 2015-02-05
Grant Date 2017-08-29
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Johnson, William
  • Schroers, Jan

Abstract

22.5 are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

18.

Slotted shot sleeve for induction melting of material

      
Application Number 13940051
Grant Number 09445459
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-07-11
First Publication Date 2015-01-15
Grant Date 2016-09-13
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Verreault, Adam A
  • O'Keeffe, Sean T.
  • Stevick, Joseph W

Abstract

Disclosed are embodiments of a vessel configured to contain a secondary magnetic induction field therein for melting materials, and methods of use thereof. The vessel can be used in an injection molding apparatus having an induction coil positioned along a horizontal axis and adjacent to the vessel. The vessel can have a tubular body configured to substantially surround and receive a plunger tip. At least one longitudinal slot extends through the thickness of the body to allow and/or direct eddy currents into the vessel during application of an RF induction field from the coil. The body also includes temperature regulating lines configured to flow a liquid within. The temperature regulating lines can be provided to run longitudinally within the wall(s) of the body between its inner bore and outer surface(s). A flange may be provided at one end of the body to secure the body within an injection molding apparatus.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/10 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled with horizontal press motion
  • H05B 6/24 - Crucible furnaces
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/00 - Pressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details

19.

Melt-containment plunger tip for horizontal metal die casting

      
Application Number 14467478
Grant Number 09302320
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-08-25
First Publication Date 2014-12-11
Grant Date 2016-04-05
Owner
  • Apple Inc. (USA)
  • Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.
  • Stevick, Joseph
  • O'Keeffe, Sean
  • Stratton, Dermot J.
  • Poole, Joseph C.
  • Scott, Matthew S.
  • Prest, Christopher D.

Abstract

Various embodiments provide apparatus and methods for injection molding. In one embodiment, a constraining plunger may be configured in-line with an injection plunger to transfer a molten material from a melt zone and into a mold. The constraining and injection plungers are configured to constrain the molten material there-between while moving. The constrained molten material can be controlled to have an optimum surface area to volume ratio to provide minimized heat loss during the injection molding process. The system can be configured in a longitudinal direction (e.g., horizontally) for movement between the melt zone and mold along a longitudinal axis. A molded bulk amorphous object can be ejected from the mold.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/08 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled
  • B22D 17/10 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled with horizontal press motion
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/00 - Pressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/14 - Machines with evacuated die cavity
  • B22D 17/22 - DiesDie platesDie supportsCooling equipment for diesAccessories for loosening and ejecting castings from dies
  • B22D 17/32 - Controlling equipment
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties
  • B22D 27/15 - Treating the metal in the mould while it is molten or ductile by using vacuum

20.

Bulk amorphous alloy heat sink

      
Application Number 14352381
Grant Number 10433463
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-10-20
First Publication Date 2014-11-13
Grant Date 2019-10-01
Owner
  • Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
  • Apple Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Prest, Christopher D.
  • Poole, Joseph
  • Stevick, Joseph W.
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew

Abstract

Embodiments herein relate to a heat sink having nano- and/or micro-replication directly embossed in a bulk solidifying amorphous alloy comprising a metal alloy, wherein the heat sink is configured to transfer heat out of the heat sink by natural convection by air or forced convection by air, or by fluid phase change of a fluid and/or liquid cooling by a liquid. Other embodiments relate apparatus having the heat sink. Yet other embodiments relate to methods of manufacturing the heat sink and apparatus having the heat sink.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H05K 7/20 - Modifications to facilitate cooling, ventilating, or heating
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • H01L 23/367 - Cooling facilitated by shape of device
  • H01L 23/373 - Cooling facilitated by selection of materials for the device
  • H01L 21/48 - Manufacture or treatment of parts, e.g. containers, prior to assembly of the devices, using processes not provided for in a single one of the groups or
  • B21D 22/02 - Stamping using rigid devices or tools
  • B21D 22/04 - Stamping using rigid devices or tools for dimpling
  • B23P 19/00 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes
  • C21D 9/00 - Heat treatment, e.g. annealing, hardening, quenching or tempering, adapted for particular articlesFurnaces therefor
  • C23C 16/27 - Diamond only
  • C23C 16/44 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition [CVD] processes characterised by the method of coating
  • C23C 16/513 - Chemical coating by decomposition of gaseous compounds, without leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, i.e. chemical vapour deposition [CVD] processes characterised by the method of coating using electric discharges using plasma jets
  • F25B 21/02 - Machines, plants or systems, using electric or magnetic effects using Peltier effectMachines, plants or systems, using electric or magnetic effects using Nernst-Ettinghausen effect
  • F28F 21/08 - Constructions of heat-exchange apparatus characterised by the selection of particular materials of metal
  • H01L 23/427 - Cooling by change of state, e.g. use of heat pipes
  • H01L 23/467 - Arrangements for cooling, heating, ventilating or temperature compensation involving the transfer of heat by flowing fluids by flowing gases, e.g. air
  • H01L 23/473 - Arrangements for cooling, heating, ventilating or temperature compensation involving the transfer of heat by flowing fluids by flowing liquids

21.

Inline melt control via RF power

      
Application Number 14445531
Grant Number 09810482
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-07-29
First Publication Date 2014-11-13
Grant Date 2017-11-07
Owner
  • Apple Inc. (USA)
  • Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.
  • Stevick, Joseph
  • O'Keeffe, Sean
  • Stratton, Dermot J.
  • Poole, Joseph C.
  • Scott, Matthew S.
  • Prest, Christopher D.

Abstract

Various embodiments provide apparatus and methods for melting materials and for containing the molten materials within melt zone during melting. Exemplary apparatus may include a vessel configured to receive a material for melting therein; a load induction coil positioned adjacent to the vessel to melt the material therein; and a containment induction coil positioned in line with the load induction coil. The material in the vessel can be heated by operating the load induction coil at a first RF frequency to form a molten material. The containment induction coil can be operated at a second RF frequency to contain the molten material within the load induction coil. Once the desired temperature is achieved and maintained for the molten material, operation of the containment induction coil can be stopped and the molten material can be ejected from the vessel into a mold through an ejection path.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/10 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled with horizontal press motion
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • F27D 11/06 - Induction heating, i.e. in which the material being heated, or its container or elements embodied therein, form the secondary of a transformer
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties
  • B22D 27/04 - Influencing the temperature of the metal, e.g. by heating or cooling the mould
  • B22D 27/20 - Measures not previously mentioned for influencing the grain structure or textureSelection of compositions therefor
  • B22D 41/01 - Heating means
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • B22D 18/06 - Vacuum casting, i.e. making use of vacuum to fill the mould
  • B22D 37/00 - Controlling or regulating the pouring of molten metal from a casting melt-holding vessel
  • H05B 6/36 - Coil arrangements
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • H05B 6/44 - Coil arrangements having more than one coil or coil segment
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • F27D 3/00 - ChargingDischargingManipulation of charge
  • F27D 3/14 - Charging or discharging liquid or molten material
  • F27D 11/12 - Arrangement of elements for electric heating in or on furnaces with electromagnetic fields acting directly on the material being heated
  • H05B 6/06 - Control, e.g. of temperature, of power
  • H05B 6/30 - Arrangements for remelting or zone melting

22.

Nano- and micro-replication for authentication and texturization

      
Application Number 14345883
Grant Number 09996053
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-19
First Publication Date 2014-10-02
Grant Date 2018-06-12
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy
  • Pham, Tran Quoc
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew

Abstract

Embodiments herein relate to forming nano- and/or micro-replication directly embossed in a bulk solidifying amorphous alloy comprising a metal alloy by superplastic forming of the bulk solidifying amorphous alloy at a temperature greater than a glass transition temperature (Tg) of the metal alloy.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B21D 22/02 - Stamping using rigid devices or tools
  • G03H 1/00 - Holographic processes or apparatus using light, infrared, or ultraviolet waves for obtaining holograms or for obtaining an image from themDetails peculiar thereto
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 5/02 - Alloys based on gold
  • C22C 5/04 - Alloys based on a platinum group metal
  • C22C 16/00 - Alloys based on zirconium
  • C22C 30/02 - Alloys containing less than 50% by weight of each constituent containing copper
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • C22C 49/12 - Intermetallic matrix material

23.

Ingot loading mechanism for injection molding machine

      
Application Number 14356745
Grant Number 09586259
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-11-11
First Publication Date 2014-10-02
Grant Date 2017-03-07
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor Stevick, Joseph W.

Abstract

Disclosed is an apparatus for loading one or more alloy ingots into a molding machine. The apparatus includes a holder configured to hold a plurality of the alloy ingots and dispense one or more of the alloy ingots into a melt zone of the molding machine through an opening in a mold of the machine. The holder is moved in a perpendicular direction with respect to an axis along a center of the opening in the mold between a first position in line with the opening in the mold to dispense one or more of the alloy ingots and a second position away from the opening in the mold. The apparatus can carry ingots of amorphous alloy material so that when the machine melts and molds the material, it forms a bulk amorphous alloy containing part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/14 - Machines with evacuated die cavity
  • B22D 17/28 - Melting pots
  • B22D 18/02 - Pressure casting making use of mechanical pressing devices, e.g. cast-forging

24.

Tamper resistant amorphous alloy joining

      
Application Number 14348399
Grant Number 09945017
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-30
First Publication Date 2014-09-25
Grant Date 2018-04-17
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Pham, Tran Quoc
  • Ogawa, Dennis

Abstract

A method to form an enclosure or assembly which is fitted together and joined via a thermoplastic forming operation in order to seal the enclosure and hinder attempts to tamper with the contents.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • H01L 23/10 - ContainersSeals characterised by the material or arrangement of seals between parts, e.g. between cap and base of the container or between leads and walls of the container
  • H01L 23/00 - Details of semiconductor or other solid state devices

25.

Production of large-area bulk metallic glass sheets by spinning

      
Application Number 13803745
Grant Number 09108243
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-14
First Publication Date 2014-09-18
Grant Date 2015-08-18
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor Stevick, Joseph W.

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a device comprising: vacuum chamber; a stage configured to receive BMG in a molten state or a BMG feedstock, configured to spin, and located in the vacuum chamber; a heater configured to melt the BMG feedstock or to keep BMG in a molten state molten; wherein the stage comprises one or more conduits therein and the conduits are configured to accommodate a cooling fluid. Also disclosed herein is a method of forming a solid BMG sheet, the method comprising: disposing BMG in a molten state onto a stage; spreading the BMG in a molten state into a sheet of BMG in a molten state by spinning the stage; cooling the sheet of BMG in a molten state to form a solid BMG sheet.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 13/04 - Centrifugal castingCasting by using centrifugal force of shallow solid or hollow bodies, e.g. wheels or rings, in moulds rotating around their axis of symmetry
  • C30B 11/00 - Single-crystal-growth by normal freezing or freezing under temperature gradient, e.g. Bridgman- Stockbarger method
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties

26.

Plunger with removable plunger tip

      
Application Number 13803793
Grant Number 08978736
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-14
First Publication Date 2014-09-18
Grant Date 2015-03-17
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor Stevick, Joseph W.

Abstract

Described herein is a plunger of an injection molding machine, comprising a plunger body; a plunger tip that is a separate element from the plunger body and comprises an end surface configured to directly contact a molten material used in injection molding in the injection molding machine; wherein thermal conductance across the end surface of the plunger tip may be adjustable by moving the plunger tip relative to the plunger body such that temperature of the plunger tip may be adjusted during injection molding. When this plunger is used to injection molding of a BMG, it allows reduction of formation of crystalline phases near the plunger tip and allows replacement of the plunger tip without replacement of the plunger body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/00 - Pressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties

27.

Crucible materials

      
Application Number 14237089
Grant Number 10107550
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-08-05
First Publication Date 2014-07-24
Grant Date 2018-10-23
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC. (USA)
Inventor Waniuk, Theodore A.

Abstract

One embodiment provides an article, comprising: an inner container having a cavity, the inner container comprising a ceramic; and an outer container, the outer container comprising a susceptor; wherein at least a portion of an outer surface of the inner container is in contact with an inner surface of the outer container, and wherein the inner container is removable from the mold. Methods of melting using the present article are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F27B 14/06 - Crucible or pot furnacesTank furnaces heated electrically, e.g. induction crucible furnaces, with or without any other source of heat
  • C04B 35/01 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides
  • C04B 35/505 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on rare earth compounds based on yttrium oxide
  • C04B 35/56 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides
  • C04B 35/58 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides
  • C04B 35/597 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on silicon oxynitrides
  • F27B 14/10 - Crucibles
  • F27D 1/00 - CasingsLiningsWallsRoofs
  • F27D 5/00 - Supports, screens or the like for the charge within the furnace
  • C04B 41/87 - Ceramics
  • C04B 41/00 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone
  • C04B 41/50 - Coating or impregnating with inorganic materials
  • F27B 14/14 - Arrangements of heating devices
  • C04B 111/00 - Function, property or use of the mortars, concrete or artificial stone

28.

Coating of bulk metallic glass (BMG) articles

      
Application Number 13631098
Grant Number 09725796
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-09-28
First Publication Date 2014-04-03
Grant Date 2017-08-08
Owner
  • Apple Inc. (USA)
  • Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.
  • Stevick, Joseph
  • O'Keeffe, Sean
  • Stratton, Dermot J.
  • Poole, Joseph C.
  • Scott, Matthew S.
  • Prest, Christopher D.

Abstract

Exemplary embodiments described herein relate to methods and apparatus for forming a coating layer at least partially on surface of a BMG article formed of bulk solidifying amorphous alloys. In embodiments, the coating layer may be formed in situ during formation of a BMG article and/or post formation of a BMG article. The coating layer may provide the BMG article with surface hardness, wear resistance, surface activity, corrosion resistance, etc.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C23C 8/06 - Solid state diffusion of only non-metal elements into metallic material surfacesChemical surface treatment of metallic material by reaction of the surface with a reactive gas, leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, e.g. conversion coatings, passivation of metals using gases
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • B22D 25/06 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product by its physical properties
  • B22D 27/00 - Treating the metal in the mould while it is molten or ductile
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • C22C 33/00 - Making ferrous alloys
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • B22D 17/00 - Pressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure

29.

Melt-containment plunger tip for horizontal metal die casting

      
Application Number 13630900
Grant Number 08813818
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-09-28
First Publication Date 2014-04-03
Grant Date 2014-08-26
Owner
  • Apple Inc. (USA)
  • Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.
  • Stevick, Joseph
  • O'Keeffe, Sean
  • Stratton, Dermot J.
  • Poole, Joseph C.
  • Scott, Matthew S.
  • Prest, Christopher D.

Abstract

Various embodiments provide apparatus and methods for injection molding. In one embodiment, a constraining plunger may be configured in-line with an injection plunger to transfer a molten material from a melt zone and into a mold. The constraining and injection plungers are configured to constrain the molten material there-between while moving. The constrained molten material can be controlled to have an optimum surface area to volume ratio to provide minimized heat loss during the injection molding process. The system can be configured in a longitudinal direction (e.g., horizontally) for movement between the melt zone and mold along a longitudinal axis. A molded bulk amorphous object can be ejected from the mold.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/08 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled
  • B22D 17/10 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled with horizontal press motion

30.

TEMPERATURE TUNED FAILURE DETECTION DEVICE

      
Application Number 13541711
Status Pending
Filing Date 2012-07-04
First Publication Date 2014-01-09
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Stevick, Joseph
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Prest, Christopher D.
  • Poole, Joseph C.
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.

Abstract

The embodiments described herein relate to BMG parts and related failure detection devices. The BMG parts can be formed of a material including at least one or more amorphous alloys having binary physical properties in response to a temperature. The BMG parts can be configured in failure detection devices, which can be used for controlling and detecting failures, determining mechanical and temperature parameters, and/or providing protection and switching functions to an electronic system that contains the BMG parts and/or the failure detection devices.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 3/02 - Investigating strength properties of solid materials by application of mechanical stress Details

31.

HIGH THERMAL STABILITY BULK METALLIC GLASS IN THE ZR-NB-CU-NI-AL SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2013046175
Publication Number 2014/004152
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-06-17
Publication Date 2014-01-03
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.

Abstract

Disclosed is an improved bulk metallic glass alloy and methods of making the alloy in which the alloy has the structure ZraNbbCucNidAle, wherein a-e represent the atomic percentage of each respective element, and wherein b/a is less than about 0.040, and c/d is less than 1.15. The bulk metallic glass alloy has improved thermal stability and an increased super cooled liquid region rendering it capable of being thermoplastically formed into a variety of shapes and sizes.

IPC Classes  ?

32.

High thermal stability bulk metallic glass in the Zr—Nb—Cu—Ni—Al system

      
Application Number 13532233
Grant Number 10066276
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-06-25
First Publication Date 2013-12-26
Grant Date 2018-09-04
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.

Abstract

e, wherein a-e represent the atomic percentage of each respective element, and wherein b/a is less than about 0.040, and c/d is less than 1.15. The bulk metallic glass alloy has improved thermal stability and an increased super cooled liquid region rendering it capable of being thermoplastically formed into a variety of shapes and sizes.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 1/02 - Making non-ferrous alloys by melting
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent

33.

ARTICLES CONTAINING SHAPE RETAINING WIRE THEREIN

      
Application Number US2012034897
Publication Number 2013/162532
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-04-25
Publication Date 2013-10-31
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Tran Quoc
  • O'Keefe, Sean
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Kang, John

Abstract

Various embodiments of an article of manufacture include a first material arranged in contact with a desired object or objects in a selected configuration; and a shape memory component arranged in or adjacent to the first material. The shape memory component includes a bulk amorphous alloy (BAA) in a memorized shape, and which is designed and adapted to return to the memorized shape and maintain the selected configuration of the first material after experiencing a deformation. Embodiments of a shape memory structure of this disclosure are valuable in the manufacture of clothing, e.g., in brassieres, as a shape retaining wire or loop. In addition, embodiments of a shape memory structure of this disclosure can also be valuable in the manufacture of other consumer items, e.g., retainer rings, eye glass frame, live hinges, dome switches, and keyboard springs that utilize a shape retaining wire described herein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F03G 7/06 - Mechanical-power-producing mechanisms, not otherwise provided for or using energy sources not otherwise provided for using expansion or contraction of bodies due to heating, cooling, moistening, drying, or the like
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent

34.

MATERIAL CONTAINING VESSELS FOR MELTING MATERIAL

      
Application Number US2012033564
Publication Number 2013/154581
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-04-13
Publication Date 2013-10-17
Owner
  • CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
  • APPLE INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Deming, Michael Blaine

Abstract

Disclosed is a vessel for melting meltable material having a body with a melting portion configured to receive meltable material to be melted therein and an injection path for injecting the meltable material in molten form after melting (e.g., into a mold). The body has a recess configured to contain the meltable material within the vessel during melting of the material. The vessel is configured for movement between in a first position to restrict entry of molten material into an injection path of the vessel and to contain the material in the recess during melting, and a second position to allow movement of the material in a molten form through the injection path and into the mold (e.g., using a plunger). The vessel can be used in an injection molding system for molding bulk amorphous alloys.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details

35.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR SKULL TRAPPING

      
Application Number US2012030170
Publication Number 2013/141866
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-03-22
Publication Date 2013-09-26
Owner
  • CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
  • APPLE INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Stevick, Joseph W.
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy
  • Prest, Christopher
  • Poole, Joseph C.

Abstract

Disclosed are systems and methods for mechanically reducing an amount of the skull material in a finished, molded part formed from amorphous alloy using an injection molding system. Skull material of molten amorphous alloy can be captured in a trap before molding such material. A cavity can be provided in the injection molding system to trap the skull material. For example, the cavity can be provided in the mold, the tip of the plunger rod, or in the transfer sleeve. Alternatively, mixing of molten amorphous alloy can be induced so that skull material is reduced before molding. A plunger and/or its tip can be used to induce mixing (e.g., systematic movement of plunger rod, or a shape of its tip). By minimizing the amount of skull material in the finished, molded part, the quality of the part is increased.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/10 - Cold chamber machines, i.e. with unheated press chamber into which molten metal is ladled with horizontal press motion
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/22 - DiesDie platesDie supportsCooling equipment for diesAccessories for loosening and ejecting castings from dies

36.

FASTENERS OF BULK AMORPHOUS ALLOY

      
Application Number US2012030372
Publication Number 2013/141878
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-03-23
Publication Date 2013-09-26
Owner
  • CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
  • APPLE INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Prest, Christopher D.
  • Poole, Joseph C.
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Stevick, Joseph W.

Abstract

Embodiments relates to a hook side fastener having hooks and a loop side fastener having loops. The hooks and/or loops are made of bulk solidifying amorphous metal alloy. Other embodiments relate to methods of making and using the hook side and loop side fasteners.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A44B 18/00 - Fasteners of the touch-and-close typeMaking such fasteners
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys

37.

CONTINUOUS ALLOY FEEDSTOCK PRODUCTION MOLD

      
Application Number US2012022225
Publication Number 2013/112129
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-01-23
Publication Date 2013-08-01
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy

Abstract

Embodiments herein relate to a process for semi-continuous or continuous production of a solid object from a molten metal, with the potential of being a cleaner and less expensive alternative to complicated split mold processes currently used. The embodiments can be used to perform multiple melt/pour cycles without breaking vacuum, with the system only opened to remove the solid object via an air lock, e.g., a separate chamber or load lock, which will be periodically opened to remove feedstock without breaking the vacuum of the process chamber. Embodiments also relate to an apparatus for semi-continuous or continuous production of a solid object from a molten metal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 7/00 - Casting ingots
  • B22D 7/06 - Ingot moulds or their manufacture
  • B22D 13/02 - Centrifugal castingCasting by using centrifugal force of elongated solid or hollow bodies, e.g. pipes, in moulds rotating around their longitudinal axis
  • B22D 13/10 - Accessories for centrifugal casting apparatus, e.g. moulds, linings thereforMeans for feeding molten metal, cleansing moulds or removing castings

38.

Tin-containing amorphous alloy

      
Application Number 13704537
Grant Number 09869010
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-06-13
First Publication Date 2013-05-30
Grant Date 2018-01-16
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kim, Choongnyun Paul
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.
  • Pham, Quoc Tran

Abstract

d, wherein: M is at least one transition metal element; N is Al, Be, or both; a, b, c, and d each independently represents an atomic percentage; and a is from about 30 to 70, b is from about 25 to 60, c is from about 5 to 30, and d is from about 0.1 to 5.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • C22C 14/00 - Alloys based on titanium
  • C22C 16/00 - Alloys based on zirconium
  • C22F 1/18 - High-melting or refractory metals or alloys based thereon
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys

39.

ALLOYING TECHNIQUE FOR FE-BASED BULK AMORPHOUS ALLOY

      
Application Number US2011061673
Publication Number 2013/077840
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-11-21
Publication Date 2013-05-30
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Pham, Quoc Tran

Abstract

One embodiment provides a method of making an alloy feedstock, comprising: forming a first composition by combining Fe with a first nonmetal element; forming a second composition by combining Fe with a plurality of transition metal elements; forming a third composition by combining the second composition with a second nonmetal element; and combining the first composition with the third composition to form an alloy feedstock.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 33/06 - Making ferrous alloys by melting using master alloys
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • C22C 33/00 - Making ferrous alloys

40.

DUAL PLUNGER ROD FOR CONTROLLED TRANSPORT IN AN INJECTION MOLDING SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2011060382
Publication Number 2013/070240
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-11-11
Publication Date 2013-05-16
Owner
  • CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
  • APPLE INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Prest, Christopher D.
  • Poole, Joseph C.
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • O'Keeffe, Sean
  • Stevick, Joseph W.
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.

Abstract

Disclosed is an injection molding system including a first plunger rod and a second plunger rod configured to move or transport molten material from a melt zone and into a mold. The first and second plunger rods are configured to control and contain the molten material therebetween while moving. The second plunger rod can also be positioned relative to the mold to apply pressure on one side of the mold as the first plunger rod pushes molten material into the mold on an opposite side to force the material into the mold cavity. The second plunger rod can further be used to eject a molded (bulk amorphous) object from the mold. The rods can move in a longitudinal direction (e.g., horizontally) between the melt zone and mold along a longitudinal axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/14 - Machines with evacuated die cavity
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/28 - Melting pots

41.

INGOT LOADING MECHANISM FOR INJECTION MOLDING MACHINE

      
Application Number US2011060313
Publication Number 2013/070233
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-11-11
Publication Date 2013-05-16
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor Stevick, Joseph W.

Abstract

Disclosed is an apparatus for loading one or more alloy ingots into a molding machine. The apparatus includes a holder configured to hold a plurality of the alloy ingots and dispense one or more of the alloy ingots into a melt zone of the molding machine through an opening in a mold of the machine. The holder is moved in a perpendicular direction with respect to an axis along a center of the opening in the mold between a first position in line with the opening in the mold to dispense one or more of the alloy ingots and a second position away from the opening in the mold. The apparatus can carry ingots of amorphous alloy material so that when the machine melts and molds the material, it forms a bulk amorphous alloy containing part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/14 - Machines with evacuated die cavity
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/28 - Melting pots
  • B22D 18/02 - Pressure casting making use of mechanical pressing devices, e.g. cast-forging
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines

42.

BULK AMORPHOUS ALLOY HEAT SINK

      
Application Number US2011057109
Publication Number 2013/058754
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-10-20
Publication Date 2013-04-25
Owner
  • CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
  • APPLE INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Prest, Christopher, D.
  • Poole, Joseph
  • Stevick, Joseph, W.
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Waniuk, Theodore

Abstract

Embodiments herein relate to a heat sink having nano- and/or micro-replication directly embossed in a bulk solidifying amorphous alloy comprising a metal alloy, wherein the heat sink is configured to transfer heat out of the heat sink by natural convection by air or forced convection by air, or by fluid phase change of a fluid and/or liquid cooling by a liquid. Other embodiments relate apparatus having the heat sink. Yet other embodiments relate to methods of manufacturing the heat sink and apparatus having the heat sink.

IPC Classes  ?

  • H01L 23/373 - Cooling facilitated by selection of materials for the device
  • H01S 5/024 - Arrangements for thermal management
  • H01L 33/64 - Heat extraction or cooling elements
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys

43.

CONTAINMENT GATE FOR INLINE TEMPERATURE CONTROL MELTING

      
Application Number US2011056399
Publication Number 2013/055365
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-10-14
Publication Date 2013-04-18
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Deming, Michael
  • Waniuk, Theodore A.
  • O'Keeffe, Sean

Abstract

Disclosed is an apparatus comprising at least one gate and a vessel, the gate being configured to move between a first position to restrict entry into an ejection path of the vessel and contain a material in a meltable form within the vessel during melting of the material, and a second position to allow movement of the material in a molten form through the ejection path. The gate can move linearly or rotate between its first and second positions, for example. The apparatus is configured to melt the material and the at least one gate is configured to allow the apparatus to be maintained under vacuum during the melting of the material. Melting can be performed using an induction source. The apparatus may also include a mold configured to receive molten material and for molding a molded part, such as a bulk amorphous alloy part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/02 - Hot chamber machines, i.e. with heated press chamber in which metal is melted
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details

44.

RADIATION SHIELDING STRUCTURES

      
Application Number US2011053827
Publication Number 2013/052024
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-29
Publication Date 2013-04-11
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Stevick, Joseph W.
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Pham, Quoc Tran

Abstract

Radiation shielding structures comprising bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys and methods of making radiation shielding structures and components in near-to-net shaped forms are provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • H05K 9/00 - Screening of apparatus or components against electric or magnetic fields
  • G21F 1/06 - CeramicsGlassesRefractories
  • G21F 1/08 - MetalsAlloysCermets, i.e. sintered mixtures of ceramics and metals
  • G21F 3/00 - Shielding characterised by its physical form, e.g. granules, or shape of the material
  • G21H 5/02 - Applications of radiation from radioactive sources or arrangements therefor, not otherwise provided for as tracers

45.

TAMPER RESISTANT AMORPHOUS ALLOY JOINING

      
Application Number US2011054244
Publication Number 2013/048442
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-30
Publication Date 2013-04-04
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Ogawa, Dennis

Abstract

A method to form an enclosure or assembly which is fitted together and joined via a thermoplastic forming operation in order to seal the enclosure and hinder attempts to tamper with the contents.

IPC Classes  ?

46.

INJECTION MOLDING OF AMORPHOUS ALLOY USING AN INJECTION MOLDING SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2011054153
Publication Number 2013/048429
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-30
Publication Date 2013-04-04
Owner
  • CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
  • APPLE INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kang, John
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Deming, Michael Blaine
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew

Abstract

Disclosed is an injection molding system including a plunger rod and a melt zone that are provided in-line and on a horizontal axis. The plunger rod is moved in a horizontal direction through the melt zone to move molten material into a mold. The melt zone can have a vessel that is configured to receive the plunger therethrough. A transfer sleeve provided between the vessel and the mold and/or an inlet into a mold can also be horizontally in line with the plunger. The injection molding system can perform the melting and molding processes under a vacuum.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 17/14 - Machines with evacuated die cavity
  • B22D 17/20 - AccessoriesPressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure Details
  • B22D 17/28 - Melting pots
  • B22D 17/04 - Plunger machines

47.

NANO- AND MICRO-REPLICATION FOR AUTHENTICATION AND TEXTURIZATION

      
Application Number US2011052170
Publication Number 2013/043149
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-19
Publication Date 2013-03-28
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy
  • Pham, Tran Quoc
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew

Abstract

Embodiments herein relate to forming nano- and/or micro-replication directly embossed in a bulk solidifying amorphous alloy comprising a metal alloy by superplastic forming of the bulk solidifying amorphous alloy at a temperature greater than a glass transition temperature (Tg) of the metal alloy.

IPC Classes  ?

48.

INDUCTION SHIELD AND ITS METHOD OF USE IN A SYSTEM

      
Application Number US2011052354
Publication Number 2013/043156
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-20
Publication Date 2013-03-28
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoctran
  • O'Keeffe, Sean, Timothy
  • Stevick, Joseph, W.
  • Waniuk, Theodore, Andrew

Abstract

Disclosed is an induction shield configured to substantially reduce emissions emitted from an induction heat source (e.g., coil) during use. The shield is positioned adjacent to a vessel (e.g., in an injection system) having a melting portion configured to receive meltable material to be melted therein and an induction heat source positioned adjacent the vessel configured to melt the meltable material received in the melting portion of the vessel. The shield may include a tube configuration configured to flow liquid therein to absorb heat emitted from the heat source. The tube configuration can comprise a single tube or multiple tubes. The shield can be positioned adjacent the induction source in a helical manner, for example, or at ends of the vessel. The shield can be used during melting of amorphous alloy and for forming a part.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F27B 14/00 - Crucible or pot furnacesTank furnaces

49.

MOLDING AND SEPARATING OF BULK-SOLIDIFYING AMORPHOUS ALLOYS AND COMPOSITE CONTAINING AMORPHOUS ALLOY

      
Application Number US2011051967
Publication Number 2013/039513
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-16
Publication Date 2013-03-21
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Tran Quoc
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew
  • Deming, Michael Blaine
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy

Abstract

A method to form and to separate bulk solidifying amorphous alloy or composite containing amorphous alloy where the forming and separating takes place at a temperature around the glass transition temperature or within the super cooled liquid region are provided.

IPC Classes  ?

50.

Iron-chromium-molybdenum-based thermal spray powder and method of making of the same

      
Application Number 13636032
Grant Number 10131978
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-03-18
First Publication Date 2013-02-28
Grant Date 2018-11-20
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor Croopnick, Gerald A.

Abstract

One embodiment provides a composition, comprising: a powder composition comprising alloy that is at least partially amorphous, the alloy comprising chromium, molybdenum, carbon, boron, and iron. One embodiment provides a method of forming a coating, comprising: providing a substrate; and disposing onto the substrate a coating, comprising: powder composition comprising an alloy that is at least partially amorphous, the alloy comprising chromium, molybdenum, carbon, boron, and iron.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 33/00 - Making ferrous alloys
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • C23C 4/06 - Metallic material
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • C22C 33/02 - Making ferrous alloys by powder metallurgy
  • C23C 24/04 - Impact or kinetic deposition of particles

51.

Vacuum mold

      
Application Number 13205374
Grant Number 08459331
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-08-08
First Publication Date 2013-02-14
Grant Date 2013-06-11
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • O'Keeffe, Sean Timothy

Abstract

Disclosed is a vacuum mold with at least a first plate and a second plate to mold materials (e.g., amorphous alloys), and a method for manufacturing parts using the mold. An ejector mechanism, to eject molded material, is enclosed within an ejector box that is vacuum sealed relative to the plates. An ejector rod for moving the mechanism is also vacuum sealed via a seal in a vacuum feed through opening. Seals are provided between adjacent interfaces of the mold parts (plates and ejector box) to vacuum seal the mold. The mold is connected to at least one vacuum source that applies vacuum pressure thereto via a first vacuum port in a first direction. A second vacuum port may also be provided to apply pressure in a second direction. A vacuum release valve may be connected to the mold to release vacuum pressure applied to the mold.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 18/06 - Vacuum casting, i.e. making use of vacuum to fill the mould
  • B22D 17/22 - DiesDie platesDie supportsCooling equipment for diesAccessories for loosening and ejecting castings from dies

52.

CRUCIBLE MATERIALS

      
Application Number US2011046710
Publication Number 2013/022417
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-08-05
Publication Date 2013-02-14
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor Waniuk, Theodore Andrew

Abstract

One embodiment provides an article, comprising: an inner container having a cavity, the inner container comprising a ceramic; and an outer container, the outer container comprising a susceptor; wherein at least a portion of an outer surface of the inner container is in contact with an inner surface of the outer container, and wherein the inner container is removable from the mold. Methods of melting using the present article are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C03B 5/16 - Special features of the melting processAuxiliary means specially adapted for glass-melting furnaces
  • C04B 35/505 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on rare earth compounds based on yttrium oxide
  • C04B 35/56 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides
  • C04B 35/58 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides
  • C04B 35/597 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on silicon oxynitrides
  • F27B 14/06 - Crucible or pot furnacesTank furnaces heated electrically, e.g. induction crucible furnaces, with or without any other source of heat
  • F27B 14/14 - Arrangements of heating devices
  • C03B 5/00 - Melting in furnacesFurnaces so far as specially adapted for glass manufacture
  • F27B 14/00 - Crucible or pot furnacesTank furnaces
  • C04B 35/01 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their compositionCeramic compositionsProcessing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on oxides

53.

NONDESTRUCTIVE METHOD TO DETERMINE CRYSTALLINITY IN AMORPHOUS ALLOY

      
Application Number US2011046715
Publication Number 2013/022418
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-08-05
Publication Date 2013-02-14
Owner
  • CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
  • APPLE INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zadesky, Stephen P.
  • Prest, Christorpher D.
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andrew

Abstract

One embodiment provides a method of determining an unknown degree of crystallinity, the method comprising: constructing a master curve plot comprising a plurality of reference curves, each reference curve representing a relationship between electrical resistivity and temperature for one of a plurality of reference alloy samples having a chemical composition and various predetermined degrees of crystallinity; for an alloy specimen having the chemical composition and the unknown degree of crystallinity, obtaining a curve representing the electrical resistivity and temperature thereof; and determining the unknown degree of crystallinity by comparing the curve to the master curve plot.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 27/14 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating impedance by investigating resistance of an electrically-heated body in dependence upon change of temperature
  • G01N 33/20 - Metals
  • G01N 33/38 - ConcreteLimeMortarGypsumBricksCeramicsGlass

54.

Crucible materials for alloy melting

      
Application Number 13198906
Grant Number 08936664
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-08-05
First Publication Date 2013-02-07
Grant Date 2015-01-20
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor Waniuk, Theodore Andrew

Abstract

One embodiment provides a method of melting, comprising: providing a mixture of alloy elements that are at least partially crystalline; and heating the mixture in a container to a temperature above a melting temperature of the alloy elements to form an alloy, wherein the container comprises silica, and wherein the mixture comprising Zr and is free of Ti and Be.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22F 1/18 - High-melting or refractory metals or alloys based thereon
  • C22B 34/14 - Obtaining zirconium or hafnium
  • B22D 11/00 - Continuous casting of metals, i.e. casting in indefinite lengths
  • B22D 17/00 - Pressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure
  • B22D 23/00 - Casting processes not provided for in groups
  • B22D 21/06 - Casting non-ferrous metals with a high melting-point, e.g. metallic carbides
  • B22D 7/00 - Casting ingots
  • C22C 1/02 - Making non-ferrous alloys by melting
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • B22D 7/06 - Ingot moulds or their manufacture
  • C22C 16/00 - Alloys based on zirconium
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent

55.

Nickel based thermal spray powder and coating, and method for making the same

      
Application Number 13576563
Grant Number 10240238
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-02-01
First Publication Date 2013-01-03
Grant Date 2019-03-26
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor Croopnick, Gerald A.

Abstract

Provided in one embodiment includes a multi-fully alloyed powder that provides a wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant coating on a substrate when applied by a thermal spraying process. The coating exhibits desirable hardness, toughness, and bonding characteristics in a highly dense coating that is suitable for a wide range of temperatures. The embodiment provides a method of forming a coating, the method comprising: providing a substrate; and disposing onto the substrate a coating, comprising: a powder-containing composition comprising an alloy, the alloy comprising a solid solution comprising nickel, and a first component comprising at least one transition metal element and at least one nonmetal element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C23C 4/06 - Metallic material
  • C23C 24/04 - Impact or kinetic deposition of particles
  • C23C 4/10 - Oxides, borides, carbides, nitrides or silicidesMixtures thereof
  • C23C 4/067 - Metallic material containing free particles of non-metal elements, e.g. carbon, silicon, boron, phosphorus or arsenic

56.

Bulk solidifying amorphous alloys with improved mechanical properties

      
Application Number 13364128
Grant Number 08882940
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-02-01
First Publication Date 2012-11-29
Grant Date 2014-11-11
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Johnson, William
  • Schroers, Jan

Abstract

22.5 are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

57.

Amorphous alloy hooks and methods of making such hooks

      
Application Number 13494804
Grant Number 09456590
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-06-12
First Publication Date 2012-10-04
Grant Date 2016-10-04
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Ogawa, Dennis
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Peker, Atakan

Abstract

Mechanical hooks made of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys, wherein the bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys provide ruggedness, durability, higher service loads, excellent resistance to chemical and environmental effects, and low-cost manufacturing are provided. In addition, methods of making such mechanical hooks from bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A01K 83/00 - Fish-hooks
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent

58.

Amorphous alloys armor

      
Application Number 12615097
Grant Number 09273931
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-11-09
First Publication Date 2012-07-26
Grant Date 2016-03-01
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor Croopnick, Gerald A.

Abstract

Amorphous alloy armor made of at least one thin layer of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys and methods of forming such armor are provided. Forming the armor in accordance with the current invention provides ruggedness, a lightweight structure, excellent resistance to chemical and environmental effects, and low-cost manufacturing.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F41H 5/04 - Plate construction composed of more than one layer
  • B32B 15/08 - Layered products essentially comprising metal comprising metal as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of synthetic resin
  • C22C 1/02 - Making non-ferrous alloys by melting

59.

TIN-CONTAINING AMORPHOUS ALLOY

      
Application Number US2011040147
Publication Number 2011/159596
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-06-13
Publication Date 2011-12-22
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Kim, Choong Paul
  • Waniuk, Theodore, Andy
  • Pham, Quoc Tran

Abstract

One embodiment provides a composition, the composition comprising: an alloy that is at least partially amorphous and is represented by a chemical formula: (Zr, Ti)aMbNcSnd, wherein: M is at least one transition metal element; N is Al, Be, or both; a, b, c, and d each independently represents an atomic percentage; and a is from about 30 to 70, b is from about 25 to 60, c is from about 5 to 30, and d is from about 0.1 to 5.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 14/00 - Alloys based on titanium
  • C22C 16/00 - Alloys based on zirconium
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys

60.

Objects made of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys and method of making same

      
Application Number 13185080
Grant Number 08679266
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-07-18
First Publication Date 2011-11-10
Grant Date 2014-03-25
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Peker, Atakan
  • Kim, Choongnyun Paul
  • Nguyen, Tranquoc Thebao

Abstract

Metallic dental prostheses made of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys wherein the dental prosthesis has an elastic strain limit of around 1.2% or more and methods of making such metallic dental prostheses are provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/04 - Amorphous alloys with nickel or cobalt as the major constituent

61.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Application Number 010403244
Status Registered
Filing Date 2011-11-09
Registration Date 2012-06-12
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 10 - Medical apparatus and instruments

Goods & Services

MRI diagnostic apparatus, nuclear medicine imaging apparatus for research purposes; nuclear medicine imaging apparatus; ultrasonic sensors and devices; medical imaging; apparatus and instruments for electrophoresis and mass spectrometry; metering devices for metering liquids; metering devices for laboratory requirements; volumetric flasks; measuring cylinders; pipettes; burettes. Orthopaedic joint implants; knee and hip implants; surgical screws, coating sold as an integral component of medical stents and other implantable medical devices; cardiac pacemakers and heart pacemakers; vacuum pumps for medical purposes; medical apparatus for diagnosing or treating respiratory conditions; respiratory aspirators; medical cutting devices; medical apparatus and units for dosage, measuring and monitoring; drug delivery devices and systems; hydrophilic guide wire to track catheters; laparoscopic tools and devices; scissors; forceps; medical syringes; drug delivery systems; phaco tips for cataract removal; surgical tools; scalpels; stapling devices and staples; pliers; trocars; endoscopy micro-nano scale tools and machines; fixation implants comprised of artificial material used in the bone and neck; medical and surgical apparatus and instruments; orthopaedic fixation device used in orthopaedic transplant and/or implant surgery; ophthalmic tools, devices and equipment; tools, devices and equipment for locating grooves, engravings and other indicia on ophthalmic lenses; ophthalmic instruments; instruments for measuring the diameter of ophthalmic lenses; instruments for locating the optical centre of ophthalmic lenses; dental devices and equipment; dental bridges; inlays; dental implants; brachytherapy devices; radiation shields.

62.

IRON- CHROMIUM- MOLYBDENUM - BASED THERMAL SPRAY POWDER AND METHOD OF MAKING OF THE SAME

      
Application Number US2011029092
Publication Number 2011/116350
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-03-18
Publication Date 2011-09-22
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor Croopnick, Gerald, A.

Abstract

One embodiment provides a composition, comprising: a powder composition comprising alloy that is at least partially amorphous, the alloy comprising chromium, molybdenum, carbon, boron, and iron. One embodiment provides a method of forming a coating, comprising: providing a substrate; and disposing onto the substrate a coating, comprising: powder composition comprising an alloy that is at least partially amorphous, the alloy comprising chromium, molybdenum, carbon, boron, and iron.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent
  • C23C 4/06 - Metallic material

63.

THERMOPLASTIC FORMING METHODS FOR AMORPHOUS ALLOY

      
Application Number US2011025273
Publication Number 2011/103310
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-02-17
Publication Date 2011-08-25
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc, Tran
  • Waniuk, Theodore, Andy

Abstract

Provided herein include methods of molding a parison comprising an amorphous alloy and or an amorphous alloy composites, where the molding takes place within the supercooled liquid region or around the glass transition temperature of the amorphous alloy. In one embodiment, the foπning can be carried out with two fluids at different temperatures. The molded article can have a very high aspect ratio or a three-dimensional hollow shape with a desirable surface finish.

IPC Classes  ?

64.

Bulk solidifying amorphous alloys with improved mechanical properties

      
Application Number 13032375
Grant Number 08828155
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-02-22
First Publication Date 2011-08-04
Grant Date 2014-09-09
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Johnson, William
  • Schroers, Jan

Abstract

22.5 are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

65.

NICKEL BASED THERMAL SPRAY POWDER AND COATING, AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME

      
Application Number US2011023395
Publication Number 2011/094755
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-02-01
Publication Date 2011-08-04
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor Croopnick, Gerald, A.

Abstract

Provided in one embodiment includes a multi-fully alloyed powder that provides a wear- resistant and corrosion-resistant coating on a substrate when applied by a thermal spraying process. The coating exhibits desirable hardness, toughness, and bonding characteristics in a highly dense coating that is suitable for a wide range of temperatures. The embodiment provides a method of forming a coating, the method comprising: providing a substrate; and disposing onto the substrate a coating, comprising: a powder-containing composition comprising an alloy, the alloy comprising a solid solution comprising nickel, and a first component comprising at least one transition metal element and at least one nonmetal element.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C23C 4/04 - Coating by spraying the coating material in the molten state, e.g. by flame, plasma or electric discharge characterised by the coating material
  • C23C 4/06 - Metallic material

66.

Amorphous alloy seal

      
Application Number 12984433
Grant Number 09758852
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-01-04
First Publication Date 2011-07-07
Grant Date 2017-09-12
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc Tran
  • Waniuk, Theodore Andy

Abstract

Provided in one embodiment is an article, comprising a first part having a first surface and a hermetic seal disposed over a portion of the first surface, wherein the hermetic seal comprises a composition that is at least partially amorphous.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16J 15/08 - Sealings between relatively-stationary surfaces with solid packing compressed between sealing surfaces with exclusively metal packing
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • H01B 17/30 - Sealing
  • B23K 13/01 - Welding by high-frequency current heating by induction heating
  • B23K 20/02 - Non-electric welding by applying impact or other pressure, with or without the application of heat, e.g. cladding or plating by means of a press
  • B23K 20/16 - Non-electric welding by applying impact or other pressure, with or without the application of heat, e.g. cladding or plating with interposition of special material to facilitate connection of the parts, e.g. material for absorbing or producing gas
  • B23K 20/22 - Non-electric welding by applying impact or other pressure, with or without the application of heat, e.g. cladding or plating taking account of the properties of the materials to be welded
  • B23K 26/32 - Bonding taking account of the properties of the material involved
  • C22C 30/00 - Alloys containing less than 50% by weight of each constituent
  • H01L 21/50 - Assembly of semiconductor devices using processes or apparatus not provided for in a single one of the groups or
  • H01L 23/10 - ContainersSeals characterised by the material or arrangement of seals between parts, e.g. between cap and base of the container or between leads and walls of the container
  • B23K 26/211 - Bonding by welding with interposition of special material to facilitate connection of the parts
  • B23K 26/20 - Bonding

67.

AMORPHOUS ALLOY SEAL AND BONDING

      
Application Number US2011020132
Publication Number 2011/082428
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-01-04
Publication Date 2011-07-07
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Pham, Quoc, Tran
  • Waniuk, Theodore, Andy

Abstract

Provided in one embodiment is a method of forming an interfacial layer or a seal, the method comprising: providing a composition that is at least partially amorphous, the composition having a glass transition temperature Tg and a crystallization temperature Tx; heating the composition to a first temperature that is below Tx; disposing the heated composition to form the interfacial layer or the seal; and cooling the interfacial layer or the seal to a second temperature that is below Tg. Provided in one embodiment is an article, comprising a first part having a first surface and a hermetic seal disposed over a portion of the first surface, wherein the hermetic seal comprises a composition that is at least partially amorphous.

IPC Classes  ?

68.

Continuous casting of foamed bulk amorphous alloys

      
Application Number 10552496
Grant Number 07588071
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-04-14
First Publication Date 2007-11-22
Grant Date 2009-09-15
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor Kang, James

Abstract

Methods and apparatuses for the continuous casting of solid foam structures with varying bubble density from bulk solidifying amorphous alloys are provided. Continuously cast solid foam structures having bubble densities in the range of from 50 percent up to 95% by volume are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 11/06 - Continuous casting of metals, i.e. casting in indefinite lengths into moulds with travelling walls, e.g. with rolls, plates, belts, caterpillars
  • B22D 27/00 - Treating the metal in the mould while it is molten or ductile

69.

High durability structures of amorphous alloy and a method of forming

      
Application Number 10565839
Grant Number 10214800
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-08-13
First Publication Date 2007-10-04
Grant Date 2019-02-26
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Paton, Neil
  • Johnson, William L.
  • Nguyen, Tranquoc

Abstract

Articles of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys such as a golf club face insert with improved durability and fatigue resistance, and more specifically articles of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys subjected to a surface treatment, such as shot-peening, which creates deformations in the exterior surface, and methods of improving the durability and fatigue resistance of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys using a surface treatment, such as shot-peening.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C22F 1/00 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working

70.

Fe-base in-situ composite alloys comprising amorphous phase

      
Application Number 10573148
Grant Number 07618499
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-10-01
First Publication Date 2007-04-12
Grant Date 2009-11-17
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Johnson, William L.
  • Kim, Choongyun Paul

Abstract

An Fe-base in-situ composite alloy, castable into 3-dimensional bulk objects, where the alloy includes a matrix having one or both of a nano-crystalline phase and an amorphous phase, and a face-centered cubic crystalline phase. The alloy has an Fe content more than 60 atomic percent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent

71.

Continuous casting of bulk solidifying amorphous alloys

      
Application Number 10552667
Grant Number 07575040
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-04-14
First Publication Date 2006-11-23
Grant Date 2009-08-18
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor Johnson, William L.

Abstract

A process and apparatus for continuous casting of amorphous alloy sheets having large sheet thickness using bulk solidifying amorphous alloys are provided. Thick continuous amorphous alloy sheets made of bulk solidifying amorphous alloys are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22D 11/06 - Continuous casting of metals, i.e. casting in indefinite lengths into moulds with travelling walls, e.g. with rolls, plates, belts, caterpillars

72.

Method of making in-situ composites comprising amorphous alloys

      
Application Number 10545123
Grant Number 07520944
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-02-11
First Publication Date 2006-08-31
Grant Date 2009-04-21
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor Johnson, William L.

Abstract

A method of forming in-situ composites of metallic alloys comprising an amorphous phase are provided. The method generally comprising the steps of transforming a molten liquid metal at least partially into a crystalline solid solution by cooling the molten liquid metal down to temperatures below a “remelting” temperature, then allowing the solid crystalline metal to remain at temperatures above the glass transition temperature and below the remelting temperature such that at least a portion of the metal remelts to form a partially amorphous phase in an undercooled liquid, and finally subsequently cooling the composite alloy to temperatures below the glass transition temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/00 - Amorphous alloys
  • C21D 9/00 - Heat treatment, e.g. annealing, hardening, quenching or tempering, adapted for particular articlesFurnaces therefor

73.

Bulk solidifying amorphous alloys with improved mechanical properties

      
Application Number 11303844
Grant Number 07896982
Status In Force
Filing Date 2005-12-16
First Publication Date 2006-07-20
Grant Date 2011-03-01
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Johnson, William
  • Schroers, Jan

Abstract

22.5 are also described.

IPC Classes  ?

74.

Medical implants

      
Application Number 10524954
Grant Number 09795712
Status In Force
Filing Date 2003-08-19
First Publication Date 2006-07-06
Grant Date 2017-10-24
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Opie, David
  • Nguyen, Tranquoc Thebao
  • Peker, Atakan

Abstract

The current invention is directed to a medical implant made of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys and methods of making such medical implants, wherein the medical implants are biologically, mechanically, and morphologically compatible with the surrounding implanted region of the body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent
  • A61L 27/30 - Inorganic materials
  • A61L 27/04 - Metals or alloys
  • A61L 27/50 - Materials characterised by their function or physical properties
  • A61L 27/56 - Porous or cellular materials
  • B22D 17/00 - Pressure die casting or injection die casting, i.e. casting in which the metal is forced into a mould under high pressure
  • B22D 18/04 - Low pressure casting, i.e. making use of pressures up to a few bars to fill the mould
  • B22D 18/06 - Vacuum casting, i.e. making use of vacuum to fill the mould
  • B22D 25/00 - Special casting characterised by the nature of the product
  • B22D 31/00 - Cutting-off surplus material after casting, e.g. gates
  • A61B 17/72 - Intramedullary devices, e.g. pins or nails
  • A61B 17/80 - Cortical plates
  • A61B 17/86 - Pins or screws
  • A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods
  • A61F 2/30 - Joints
  • A61F 2/32 - Joints for the hip

75.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Application Number 005157359
Status Registered
Filing Date 2006-06-23
Registration Date 2007-08-29
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 10 - Medical apparatus and instruments
  • 14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments

Goods & Services

Personal digital assistants, portable listening devices, camcorders, cinematographic cameras, photographic cameras, compact disc players, computers, printers for use with computers, magnetic disks, gauges, loudspeakers, measuring instruments, portable telephones, protective helmets, protective helmets for sports, radios, vehicle radios, audio and video receivers, sound recording apparatus, spectacle frames, spectacles(optics), personal stereos, sunglasses, telephone apparatus, bullet-proof vests, video telephones, workmen's protective face-shields, and protection devices against x-rays. Medical devices, namely, hip joint orthopaedic implants and knee braces; dental instruments, namely, picks, burs and mirrors. Watches, clocks and jewellery.

76.

Method of making dense composites of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys and articles thereof

      
Application Number 10521424
Grant Number 07560001
Status In Force
Filing Date 2003-07-17
First Publication Date 2006-06-22
Grant Date 2009-07-14
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor Peker, Atakan

Abstract

A method of making composites of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys, and articles made thereof, containing at least one type or reinforcement material, wherein the composite material preferably comprises a high volume fraction of reinforcement material and is fully-dense with minimum porosity are provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent

77.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Serial Number 78911296
Status Registered
Filing Date 2006-06-19
Registration Date 2009-06-02
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
  • 14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments

Goods & Services

[ Cellular telephones, personal data assistants, MP3 players, and computer memory hardware ] Watches

78.

Pt-base bulk solidifying amorphous alloys

      
Application Number 10540337
Grant Number 07582172
Status In Force
Filing Date 2003-12-22
First Publication Date 2006-06-15
Grant Date 2009-09-01
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Schroers, Jan
  • Johnson, William L.

Abstract

Pt-based bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys and methods of forming articles from Pt-based bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys are provided. The Pt-based alloys of the current invention are based on Pt—Ni—Co—Cu—P alloys.

IPC Classes  ?

79.

Amorphous alloy stents

      
Application Number 10534374
Grant Number 07500987
Status In Force
Filing Date 2003-11-18
First Publication Date 2006-06-08
Grant Date 2009-03-10
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Bassler, Brad
  • Nguyen, Tranquoc Thebao
  • Peker, Atakan
  • Opie, David

Abstract

Stents made of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys and methods of making such stents are provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61F 2/06 - Blood vessels
  • C22C 45/10 - Amorphous alloys with molybdenum, tungsten, niobium, tantalum, titanium, or zirconium as the major constituent

80.

Metallic dental prostheses and objects made of bulk-solidifying amorphhous alloys and method of making such articles

      
Application Number 10523465
Grant Number 08002911
Status In Force
Filing Date 2003-08-05
First Publication Date 2006-05-25
Grant Date 2011-08-23
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Peker, Atakan
  • Kim, Choongnyun Paul
  • Thebaonguyen, Tranquoc

Abstract

Metallic dental prostheses made of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys wherein the dental prosthesis has an elastic strain limit of around 1.2% or more and methods of making such metallic dental prostheses are provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 45/02 - Amorphous alloys with iron as the major constituent

81.

Jewelry made of precious a morphous metal and method of making such articles

      
Application Number 10534375
Grant Number 07412848
Status In Force
Filing Date 2003-11-21
First Publication Date 2006-02-23
Grant Date 2008-08-19
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC (USA)
Inventor
  • Johnson, William L.
  • Peker, Atakan

Abstract

Jewelry and methods of making jewelry containing a precious metal-base alloy component in bulk-solidified amorphous phase are provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A44C 25/00 - Fancy ware for personal wear, not provided for in groups or , e.g. crosses, crucifixes, charms
  • A44C 27/00 - Making jewellery or other personal adornments

82.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Serial Number 78507702
Status Registered
Filing Date 2004-10-28
Registration Date 2009-04-21
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 14 - Precious metals and their alloys; jewelry; time-keeping instruments

Goods & Services

[ METAL CASTINGS AND METAL HINGES FOR CELLULAR PHONES ] JEWELRY

83.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Application Number 118633100
Status Registered
Filing Date 2003-08-01
Registration Date 2006-06-14
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 08 - Hand tools and implements
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

(1) Amorphous metals used in the manufacture of skis, ski poles and snow boards. (2) Sporting goods namely sporting knives. (3) Wearing apparel, namely shirts, T-shirts, shorts, pants, sweatshirts, sweatpants, hats, visors, shoes and belts. (4) Sporting goods namely tennis rackets, tennis bags and tennis cases, golf clubs, golf balls and golf bags.

84.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Serial Number 78225717
Status Registered
Filing Date 2003-03-14
Registration Date 2007-04-17
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 08 - Hand tools and implements
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Sporting knives Wearing apparel, namely, shirts, T-shirts, shorts, pants, sweatshirts, sweatpants, hats, visors, shoes and belts Sporting goods, namely, tennis rackets; and materials used in skis, ski poles and snow boards

85.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Serial Number 78224925
Status Registered
Filing Date 2003-03-12
Registration Date 2006-10-17
Owner CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ?
  • 08 - Hand tools and implements
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Sporting knives Sporting Goods, namely, tennis rackets; and materials used in skis, ski poles and snow boards

86.

PURE ENERGY, PERFECT POWER

      
Serial Number 78224935
Status Registered
Filing Date 2003-03-12
Registration Date 2005-05-24
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Sporting goods, namely tennis rackets, skis, ski poles and snow boards

87.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Application Number 003091501
Status Registered
Filing Date 2003-03-11
Registration Date 2005-05-31
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 08 - Hand tools and implements
  • 25 - Clothing; footwear; headgear
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Sporting knives. Wearing apparel, including shirts, T-shirts, shorts, pants, sweatshirts, sweatpants, hats, visors, shoes and belts. Sporting goods, namely tennis rackets and materials used in skis, ski poles and snowboards.

88.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Application Number 086457100
Status Registered
Filing Date 1997-12-18
Registration Date 1999-09-24
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

(1) Amorphous metals; sporting goods, namely golf clubs, golf balls and golf bags.

89.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Application Number 000698977
Status Registered
Filing Date 1997-12-08
Registration Date 1999-09-01
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC (USA)
NICE Classes  ?
  • 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
  • 28 - Games; toys; sports equipment

Goods & Services

Amorphous metals. Sporting goods.

90.

LIQUIDMETAL

      
Serial Number 75358134
Status Registered
Filing Date 1997-09-16
Registration Date 2000-02-01
Owner Crucible Intellectual Property, LLC ()
NICE Classes  ? 06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal

Goods & Services

amorphous metals