Resistance welding fastener, apparatus and methods

    公开(公告)号:US10293428B2

    公开(公告)日:2019-05-21

    申请号:US14315698

    申请日:2014-06-26

    Applicant: Alcoa Inc.

    Abstract: An apparatus and method for fastening dissimilar metals like steel and aluminum utilizes a steel rivet and a spot welding machine. The rivet and metals are stacked and the heat from the welder's electric current softens the lower melting point aluminum allowing the rivet to penetrate the aluminum and weld to the steel layer. The fastener may be used to join stacks with several layers of different materials and may be used to apply a threaded socket or stud made from steel or titanium to an aluminum or magnesium alloy structure. Layers of non-conductive materials like plastic and ceramics may also be affixed to a conductive layer using the fastener made from a compatible material that extends through a pilot hole.

    RESISTANCE WELDING FASTENER, APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR JOINING SIMILAR AND DISSIMILAR MATERIALS
    2.
    发明申请
    RESISTANCE WELDING FASTENER, APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR JOINING SIMILAR AND DISSIMILAR MATERIALS 审中-公开
    电阻焊接紧固件,接合类似材料和异型材料的装置和方法

    公开(公告)号:US20160167158A1

    公开(公告)日:2016-06-16

    申请号:US14967777

    申请日:2015-12-14

    Applicant: Alcoa Inc.

    Abstract: An apparatus and method for fastening layers of non-ferrous alloys, like aluminum, magnesium and copper utilizes a steel fastener and a spot welding machine. The fastener and metals are stacked and the heat from the welder's electric current softens the lower melting point aluminum allowing the fastener to penetrate the aluminum. A weld zone between the fastener and the various layers creates an internal weld. The fastener has a rough shaft that is coated by the molten weld zone and is hard to withdraw on solidification. Layers of non-conductive materials like plastics and ceramics may also be affixed to a conductive layer using a fastener made from a compatible material that extends through a pilot hole and welds to or penetrates a conductive layer. The fastener may have projections that initially reduce contact area with the stack.

    Abstract translation: 用于紧固有色金属合金(如铝,镁和铜)层的装置和方法利用钢制紧固件和点焊机。 紧固件和金属层叠,来自焊机电流的热量使得较低熔点的铝软化,使得紧固件能够穿透铝。 紧固件和各种层之间的焊接区域形成内部焊缝。 紧固件具有由熔融焊接区域涂覆的粗糙轴,并且在凝固时难以退出。 诸如塑料和陶瓷的非导电材料层也可以使用由相容材料制成的紧固件固定到导电层上,该紧固件延伸穿过引导孔并焊接或穿过导电层。 紧固件可以具有初始减小与堆叠的接触面积的突起。

    RESISTANCE WELDING FASTENER, APPARATUS AND METHODS
    4.
    发明申请
    RESISTANCE WELDING FASTENER, APPARATUS AND METHODS 审中-公开
    电阻焊接紧固件,装置和方法

    公开(公告)号:US20150001189A1

    公开(公告)日:2015-01-01

    申请号:US14315698

    申请日:2014-06-26

    Applicant: Alcoa Inc.

    Abstract: An apparatus and method for fastening dissimilar metals like steel and aluminum utilizes a steel rivet and a spot welding machine. The rivet and metals are stacked and the heat from the welder's electric current softens the lower melting point aluminum allowing the rivet to penetrate the aluminum and weld to the steel layer. The fastener may be used to join stacks with several layers of different materials and may be used to apply a threaded socket or stud made from steel or titanium to an aluminum or magnesium alloy structure. Layers of non-conductive materials like plastic and ceramics may also be affixed to a conductive layer using the fastener made from a compatible material that extends through a pilot hole.

    Abstract translation: 用于固定不同金属如钢和铝的装置和方法利用钢铆钉和点焊机。 铆钉和金属堆叠起来,来自焊机电流的热量使较低熔点的铝软化,允许铆钉穿透铝并焊接到钢层。 紧固件可以用于连接具有几层不同材料的堆叠,并且可以用于将由钢或钛制成的螺纹插座或螺柱施加到铝或镁合金结构。 诸如塑料和陶瓷的非导电材料层也可以使用由延伸穿过引导孔的相容材料制成的紧固件固定到导电层上。

    RESISTANCE WELDING FASTENER, APPARATUS AND METHODS
    6.
    发明申请
    RESISTANCE WELDING FASTENER, APPARATUS AND METHODS 审中-公开
    电阻焊接紧固件,装置和方法

    公开(公告)号:US20150217395A1

    公开(公告)日:2015-08-06

    申请号:US14611555

    申请日:2015-02-02

    Applicant: Alcoa Inc.

    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.

    Abstract translation: 用于固定不同材料如钢,塑料和铝的装置和方法。 具有多层的电阻焊接紧固件可以使用或不使用密封剂。 紧固件可以用于通过折边连接图案形成铝覆盖钢层压板。 紧固件可以具有实心轴或具有延伸的距离并且具有用于与焊接电极相互作用的特征。 可以使用各种电极尖端来与紧固件配合。

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