10-011 - Method for controlling phase transformation temperature in metal alloy of a device
Researchers
John Gary Bledsoe, Berton Roy Moed, Dongfa Li
Summary
An efficient method to reduce product wastes due to inaccurate transformation temperatures for shape memory products and parts, which provides a useful method for optimizing shape memory alloys phase transformation temperatures and mechanical properties by using heat treatment procedures below 250 degrees C. for extended dwell times.
Intellectual Property Status
- U.S. patent 8,216,398