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公开(公告)号:US20230349406A1
公开(公告)日:2023-11-02
申请号:US17906122
申请日:2021-03-15
Applicant: Howmet Aerospace Inc.
Inventor: Anthony J. Fedusa , Donald J. Spinella
CPC classification number: F16B5/04 , B21J15/08 , B23K11/115 , B21J15/025
Abstract: Methods of fastening are provided. A method comprises contacting a fastener with a first layer of an assembly at a first location. The assembly comprises the first layer, a third layer, and a second layer positioned intermediate the first layer and the third layer. The first layer, the third layer, and the fastener are electrically conductive. The second layer defines a gap and the first location is in communication with the gap. Electrical communication is formed between the assembly and the fastener. The first layer is fastened to the third layer through the gap in the second layer with the fastener. The fastening comprises resistance welding the fastener to the third layer.
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公开(公告)号:US20230330738A1
公开(公告)日:2023-10-19
申请号:US17903676
申请日:2022-09-06
Applicant: HOWMET AEROSPACE INC. , CenterLine (Windsor) Limited
Inventor: Daniel Peter VANDERZWET , Simon Maurice BRITTON , Larry Frank KOSCIELSKI , Eric Jean MICHAUD , David Mario SIMONE , Donald J. SPINELLA , Gino N. IASELLA , Daniel BERGSTROM , Robert B. WILCOX , Thomas R. KINGSBURY , Graham Scott MUSGROVE
Abstract: Rivet dispenser systems and methods of use thereof are provided. In a non-limiting embodiment, the rivet dispenser system comprises a rivet receiving member defining a channel therein, and a seat member. The channel includes a curved region. The rivet receiving member comprises a first port and a second port. The first port communicates with the channel and is configured to receive rivets. The second port communicates with the channel and is configured to dispense rivets. The channel extends between the first port and the second port and is configured to transport rivets from the first port to the second port in a series arrangement and in a preselected orientation. The seat member communicates with the second port and is configured to selectively engage with a rivet holder of a resistance spot rivet welding apparatus and introduce a single rivet to the rivet holder at one time.
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公开(公告)号:US11738595B2
公开(公告)日:2023-08-29
申请号:US16801389
申请日:2020-02-26
Applicant: HOWMET AEROSPACE INC.
Inventor: Spencer Wallace
Abstract: Vehicle wheels, methods of making vehicle wheels, and dual wheel assemblies are provided. The vehicle wheel includes a generally cylindrical first region and a second region extending radially inwardly from the first region. The second region includes a first surface, a second surface, an opening, and a hub surface. A distance from the first surface to the second surface defines a thickness. The opening is configured to receive at least a portion of a hub of the vehicle axle. The hub surface is adjacent to and surrounds the opening and extends from the first surface to the second surface. The hub surface includes a generally flat portion and a relief portion adjacent to at least one of the first surface and the second surface. The relief portion surrounds the opening and extends along the hub surface for a distance of at least 25% of the thickness.
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公开(公告)号:US20230073533A1
公开(公告)日:2023-03-09
申请号:US17760405
申请日:2021-03-04
Applicant: Howmet Aerospace Inc.
Inventor: Robert B. Wilcox , Stanley E. Wojciechowski
IPC: F16B19/06
Abstract: Anti-shingle rivets are provided. The anti-shingle rivets comprise a head portion comprising an outer edge configured to inhibit shingling in a rivet delivery system and a shank extending from the head portion.
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公开(公告)号:US11541449B2
公开(公告)日:2023-01-03
申请号:US17288346
申请日:2019-12-13
Applicant: HOWMET AEROSPACE INC. , CenterLine (Windsor) Limited
Inventor: Stuart Cameron Cosgrave , Kyle Alexander Wasyliniuk , Donald J. Spinella , Daniel Bergstrom , Gino N. Iasella
Abstract: Rivet dispenser reloading systems and methods of use thereof are provided. A non-limiting embodiment of a rivet dispenser reloading system comprises a receiving member defining a channel therein, and a first gate. The rivet receiving member comprises a first port and a second port that communicate with the channel. The first port is configured to receive rivets. The second port is configured to selectively engage with a rivet dispenser and introduce rivets to the rivet dispenser. The channel extends between the first port and the second port and is configured to transport rivets from the first port to the second port in a series arrangement and in a preselected orientation. The first gate is in communication with the second port and is selectively positionable between a first configuration inhibiting movement of rivets through the second port, and a second configuration enabling movement of rivets through the second port.
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公开(公告)号:US20220397145A1
公开(公告)日:2022-12-15
申请号:US17754026
申请日:2019-11-06
Applicant: Howmet Aerospace Inc.
Inventor: Robert B. Wilcox , Thomas R. Kingsbury
Abstract: Multi-piece fasteners, fastening collar installation apparatus, and methods of fastening are provided. The multi-piece fastener comprises a fastening collar and a pin. The fastening collar comprises a first collar end, a second collar end, and a collar cavity. The collar cavity extends from the first collar end to the second collar end. The pin is configured to be at least partially received by the collar cavity. The pin comprises a first pin end comprising a head portion, a second pin end comprising a pull region, and a shank. The pull region is generally cylindrical and smooth and is configured to form at least one of an annular shoulder, a groove, a thread, and other feature responsive to forcible contact from a fastening collar installation apparatus. The shank extends intermediate the first pin end and the second pin end. The fastening collar is configured to be deformed onto the shank.
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公开(公告)号:US20220371363A1
公开(公告)日:2022-11-24
申请号:US17755360
申请日:2020-12-08
Applicant: Howmet Aerospace Inc.
Inventor: Spencer Wallace
Abstract: Vehicle wheels and methods of making vehicle wheels are provided. The vehicle wheel comprises a generally annular first region, a second region, and a flange region. The first region comprises an outer surface, an inner surface, a first end, and a second end. The second region extends radially inwardly from the first region, and the second region is configured to mount to a vehicle axle. The flange region extends from the first region. The flange region comprises a first flange end adjacent to the first end of the first region, a second flange end, and a curved elongate portion extending intermediate the first flange end and the second flange end. The curved elongate portion comprises a first thickness no greater than 0.3 inches and a second thickness greater than 0.3 inches.
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公开(公告)号:US20220059952A1
公开(公告)日:2022-02-24
申请号:US17519905
申请日:2021-11-05
Applicant: HOWMET AEROSPACE INC.
Inventor: Donald J. Spinella , Daniel Bergstrom
Abstract: An apparatus and method for fastening dissimilar materials like steel, plastic and aluminum. A resistance welding fastener having multiple layers may be used with or without a sealant. The fastener may be used to form an aluminum covered steel laminate via a hemming pattern of attachment. The fastener may have a solid shaft or have an extended reach and have features for interacting with the welding electrode. A variety of electrode tips may be employed to cooperate with the fastener.
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公开(公告)号:US20210025434A1
公开(公告)日:2021-01-28
申请号:US16967913
申请日:2018-05-21
Applicant: Howmet Aerospace Inc.
Inventor: Oviedo ARCINIEGA
Abstract: A fastener and a method of fastening are provided. The fastener can comprise a first end, an oppositely disposed second end, and an elongate portion intermediate the first end and the second end. The elongate portion comprises a first region adjacent to the first end and a second region adjacent to the second end. The first region extends a distance along the elongate portion and has a first diameter. The second region extends a distance along the elongate portion and has a second diameter different from the first diameter. The fastener comprises a transition zone which extends a distance along the elongate portion and connects the first region and the second region. The transition zone comprises a radiused region and a taper region.
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公开(公告)号:US20250083214A1
公开(公告)日:2025-03-13
申请号:US18958577
申请日:2024-11-25
Applicant: Howmet Aerospace Inc.
Inventor: Robert B. Wilcox
Abstract: Fastening systems, fastening system installation apparatus, and methods for fastening are provided. The fastening system installation apparatus comprises a sleeve and an anvil. The sleeve comprises a first sleeve end and a second sleeve end. A sleeve cavity extends into the sleeve from the first sleeve end. The anvil is slidably received by the sleeve cavity. The anvil comprises a first anvil end, a second anvil end, and at least two portions formed by at least two channels extending from the first anvil end. The at least two portions define an anvil cavity configured to receive a fastening collar and inner surfaces of the at least two portions are configured to deform the fastening collar. The sleeve is configured to radially displace the at least two portions inward relative to the longitudinal axis responsive to forcible contact between the first anvil end and the first sleeve end.
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