公开(公告)号：WO2013158069A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-24

申请号：PCT/US2012/033800

申请日：2012-04-16

Applicant: APPLE INC. ,  PREST, Christopher D. ,  STRATTON, Dermot J. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S.

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  STRATTON, Dermot J. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S.

IPC: B22D17/02 ,  B22D17/12 ,  B22D17/14 ,  B22D17/20 ,  B22D17/28

CPC classification number: B22D17/2038 ,  B22D17/02 ,  B22D17/12 ,  B22D17/14 ,  B22D17/203 ,  B22D17/28

Abstract: An injection molding system and methods for improving performance of the same. The system includes a plunger rod and a melt zone that are provided in-line and on a vertical axis. The plunger rod is moved in a vertical direction through the melt zone to move molten material into a mold. The injection molding system can perform the melting and molding processes under a vacuum. Skull formation in molten material is reduced by providing an RF transparent sleeve in the melt zone and/or a skull trapping portion adjacent an inlet of the mold. It can also be controlled based on the melting unit. Vacuum evacuation can be reduced during part ejection by using a plunger seal, so that evacuation time between cycles is reduced.

Abstract translation: 注射成型系统及其改善性能的方法。 该系统包括柱塞杆和熔体区域，其沿直线和垂直轴线设置。 柱塞杆在垂直方向上移动通过熔体区，以将熔融材料移动到模具中。 注射成型系统可以在真空下进行熔融和成型过程。 通过在熔融区域中提供RF透明套筒和/或邻近模具的入口的颅骨捕获部分来减少熔融材料中的颅骨形成。 也可以根据熔化单元进行控制。 通过使用柱塞密封件可以在部件喷射期间减少真空抽空，从而减少循环之间的抽空时间。

公开(公告)号：WO2013148476A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-03

申请号：PCT/US2013/033378

申请日：2013-03-21

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： BROWNING, Lucy E. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  PREST, Christopher D. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen P.

IPC: B23K20/00 ,  B23K26/00 ,  B23K20/02

CPC classification number: H05K5/04 ,  B23K26/0861 ,  B23K26/0884 ,  B23K26/32 ,  B23K26/34 ,  B23K2201/36 ,  B23K2203/02 ,  B23K2203/04 ,  B23K2203/05 ,  B23K2203/08 ,  B23K2203/10 ,  B23K2203/14 ,  B23K2203/15 ,  B23K2203/16 ,  B23K2203/18 ,  B23K2203/26 ,  B23K2203/50 ,  Y10T29/49982 ,  Y10T29/49984

Abstract: A metal enclosure has a surface region which is coated with cladding material using a laser cladding process. The metal enclosure can form at least a portion of an electronic device housing. All or part of one or more surfaces of the enclosure can be coated with cladding material. The coating of cladding material can be varied at selective regions of the enclosure to provide different structural properties at these regions. The coating of cladding material can be varied at selective regions to provide contrast in cosmetic appearance.

Abstract translation: 金属外壳具有使用激光熔覆工艺涂覆包层材料的表面区域。 金属外壳可以形成电子设备外壳的至少一部分。 外壳的一个或多个表面的全部或部分可以用包覆材料涂覆。 包层材料的涂层可以在外壳的选择性区域变化，以在这些区域提供不同的结构特性。 包层材料的涂层可以在选择性区域变化，以提供美观外观的对比度。

公开(公告)号：WO2013058765A1

公开(公告)日：2013-04-25

申请号：PCT/US2011/057255

申请日：2011-10-21

Applicant: APPLE INC. ,  PREST, Christopher D. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  STRATTON, Dermot J. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen P. ,  HEELEY, Richard W.

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  STRATTON, Dermot J. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen P. ,  HEELEY, Richard W.

IPC: B21J5/04 ,  C22C45/00

CPC classification number: B23K1/0016 ,  B21D39/032 ,  B21J5/04 ,  B32B15/01 ,  C22C1/002 ,  C22C45/00 ,  C22C45/001 ,  C22C45/003 ,  C22C45/10 ,  Y10T403/32 ,  Y10T403/479

Abstract: Provided in one embodiment is a method of joining one or more articles together using pressurized fluid to deform a bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy material and form a mechanical interlock between the respective surfaces joined together.

Abstract translation: 在一个实施例中提供了一种使用加压流体将一个或多个物品连接在一起的方法，以使大体积固化的非晶合金材料变形，并在连接在一起的相应表面之间形成机械互锁。

公开(公告)号：WO2013049230A1

公开(公告)日：2013-04-04

申请号：PCT/US2012/057367

申请日：2012-09-26

Applicant: APPLE INC. ,  PREST, Christopher D. ,  STRATTON, Dermot J. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  NASHNER, Michael S.

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  STRATTON, Dermot J. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  NASHNER, Michael S.

IPC: B41M5/26

CPC classification number: B41M5/262 ,  Y10T428/24802

Abstract: Techniques or processes for providing markings on products are disclosed. In one embodiment, the products have housings and the markings are to be provided on the housings. For example, a housing for a particular product can include an outer housing surface and the markings can be provided on the outer housing surface so as to be visible from the outside of the housing. The markings are able to be interferometric colors and/or black.

Abstract translation: 公开了在产品上提供标记的技术或工艺。 在一个实施例中，产品具有外壳，并且标记将设置在外壳上。 例如，用于特定产品的壳体可以包括外部壳体表面，并且标记可以设置在外部壳体表面上，以便从壳体的外部可见。 标记能够是干涉色和/或黑色。

公开(公告)号：WO2018140527A1

公开(公告)日：2018-08-02

申请号：PCT/US2018/015091

申请日：2018-01-24

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  LYNCH, Stephen B. ,  DABOV, Teodor

IPC: B22D19/04 ,  B22D19/14 ,  B29C45/14

CPC classification number: H05K5/0217 ,  B22D19/04 ,  B22D19/14 ,  B29C33/38 ,  B29C35/02 ,  B29C45/14311 ,  B29C70/72 ,  B29C2035/0827 ,  B29C2035/0877 ,  B29K2105/16 ,  B29L2031/3437 ,  B29L2031/3481 ,  H04M1/0202 ,  H05K5/0086 ,  H05K5/0208 ,  H05K5/04

Abstract: A housing of an electronic device includes a substrate defining an external surface and internal surface of the housing, at least one sidewall extending from the substrate, and abrasion-resistant members at least partly embedded in the substrate and extending beyond the external surface. The abrasion-resistant members may be formed from metal or ceramic. The substrate comprises a moldable matrix. The abrasion-resistant members are harder than the moldable matrix.

公开(公告)号：WO2014200770A1

公开(公告)日：2014-12-18

申请号：PCT/US2014/040827

申请日：2014-06-04

Applicant: APPLE INC.

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  BROWNING, Lucy E. ,  PILLIOD, Michael K. ,  WANIUK, Theodore A.

IPC: C22C32/00 ,  C22C5/02

CPC classification number: B22F7/008 ,  B22F1/02 ,  B22F1/025 ,  B22F7/002 ,  C22C1/101 ,  C22C1/1084 ,  C22C26/00 ,  C22C29/005 ,  C22C29/08 ,  C22C29/12 ,  C22C32/00 ,  C22C32/0021 ,  C22C32/0052 ,  C22C32/0068 ,  G04B37/22 ,  Y10T428/12153

Abstract: A metal matrix composite using as one of the components a precious metal is described. In one embodiment, the precious metal takes the form of gold and the metal matrix composite has a gold mass fraction in accordance with 18 k. The metal matrix composite can be formed by blending a precious metal ( e.g. , gold) powder and a ceramic powder, forming a mixture that is then compressed within a die having a near net shape of the metal matrix composite. The compressed mixture in the die is then heated to sinter the precious metal and ceramic powder. Other techniques for forming the precious metal matrix composite using HIP, and a diamond powder are also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 描述了使用贵金属作为组分之一的金属基质复合材料。 在一个实施方案中，贵金属采取金的形式，并且金属基质复合物具有根据18k的金质量分数。 金属基复合材料可以通过将贵金属（例如金）粉末和陶瓷粉末混合形成混合物，然后在具有金属基质复合材料的近净形状的模具内被压缩而形成。 然后将模具中的压缩混合物加热以烧结贵金属和陶瓷粉末。 还公开了使用HIP形成贵金属基质复合材料的其它技术和金刚石粉末。

公开(公告)号：WO2013165442A1

公开(公告)日：2013-11-07

申请号：PCT/US2012/036641

申请日：2012-05-04

Applicant: APPLE INC. ,  PREST, Christopher D. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  STRATTON, Dermot I. ,  HELEY, Richard W. ,  PASMOOIJ, Duco B. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen P. ,  WANIUK, Theodore A.

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  STRATTON, Dermot I. ,  HELEY, Richard W. ,  PASMOOIJ, Duco B. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen P. ,  WANIUK, Theodore A.

IPC: H05B6/36 ,  H05B6/34

CPC classification number: B22D17/2038 ,  B22D17/04 ,  B22D17/203 ,  C22C45/00 ,  H05B6/067 ,  H05B6/34 ,  H05B6/367 ,  H05B6/42 ,  H05B6/44

Abstract: An apparatus with a vessel (20), a first induction source (30), and a second induction source (32) in the melt zone (12). The first induction source (30) is used to melt the material received in the vessel (20). The second induction source (32) is used to contain the material in a meltable form within the vessel (20) during melting. The coils (26) of each of the first and second induction sources (30,32) can be arranged such that they intertwine in an alternate fashion or that they are in sets in a series. The coils (26) of the sources (30,32) can also sequentially receive power such that the material is moved through the ejection path after melting and into an adjacent mold. The vessel (20) can be positioned along a horizontal axis (X). The apparatus can be used to melt and mold amorphous alloys; for example.

Abstract translation: 具有容器（20），第一感应源（30）和熔化区（12）中的第二感应源（32）的装置。 第一感应源（30）用于熔化容纳在容器（20）中的材料。 第二感应源（32）用于在熔化期间将容器（20）中的可熔化形式的材料容纳。 第一和第二感应源（30,32）中的每一个的线圈（26）可以被布置成使得它们以交替的方式缠绕，或者它们以串联的形式组合。 源（30,32）的线圈（26）还可以顺序地接收功率，使得材料在熔化之后移动通过喷射路径并进入相邻的模具。 容器（20）可以沿水平轴线（X）定位。 该设备可用于熔化和模塑非晶合金; 例如。

公开(公告)号：WO2013165441A1

公开(公告)日：2013-11-07

申请号：PCT/US2012/036638

申请日：2012-05-04

Applicant: APPLE INC. ,  PREST, Christopher D. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen. P ,  HELEY, Richard W. ,  STRATTON, Dermot I. ,  POOLE, Joseph C.

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen. P ,  HELEY, Richard W. ,  STRATTON, Dermot I. ,  POOLE, Joseph C.

IPC: C22C1/00 ,  C23C4/04 ,  C23C4/06 ,  C22C45/00 ,  C22C45/02 ,  C22C45/04 ,  C22C45/10 ,  G06F1/16 ,  H04M1/02 ,  H05K5/02 ,  H05K5/04

CPC classification number: H05K5/04 ,  B23K20/002 ,  B32B37/06 ,  B32B37/10 ,  C22C1/002 ,  C22C45/001 ,  C22C45/02 ,  C22C45/04 ,  C22C45/10 ,  C23C4/06 ,  C23C4/08 ,  C23C4/126 ,  C23C4/129 ,  C23C4/131 ,  C23C4/134 ,  C23C24/04 ,  G06F1/1656 ,  H04M1/0202 ,  H05K5/0247

Abstract: Disclosed herein are consumer electronics housings made from bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy materials having a ductile coating applied to all or a portion of the bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy. Also disclosed are methods of making consumer electronic housings from bulk- solidifying amorphous alloy materials such that at least a portion of the bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy housing is coated with a ductile cladding material.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了消费电子产品外壳，其通过将具有延展性涂层的非晶态合金材料的块状固化制成，该延性涂层施加于全部或部分本体固化非晶态合金。 还公开了一种制造消费电子外壳的方法，其通过散装固化非晶态合金材料，使得至少一部分本体固化非晶态合金壳体涂覆有延展性包层材料。

公开(公告)号：WO2013162504A2

公开(公告)日：2013-10-31

申请号：PCT/US2012/034680

申请日：2012-04-23

Applicant: APPLE INC. ,  PREST, Christopher D. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen P. ,  HELEY, Richard W. ,  STRATTON, Dermot I. ,  POOLE, Joseph C.

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  SCOTT, Matthew S. ,  ZADESKY, Stephen P. ,  HELEY, Richard W. ,  STRATTON, Dermot I. ,  POOLE, Joseph C.

IPC: C22C45/10

CPC classification number: B23P19/04 ,  B22D19/04 ,  C03C27/00 ,  C03C27/04 ,  C22C1/002 ,  C22C45/10 ,  G06F1/1626 ,  G06F1/1637 ,  Y10T29/49865 ,  Y10T29/49908 ,  Y10T29/4998

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for creating an integral assembly formed from a transparent member and a housing formed at least in part of a bulk-solidifying amorphous alloy. The methods and systems create integral transparent member and amorphous metal alloy-containing parts using thermoplastic molding techniques in which the amorphous metal is molded to the transparent member in a thermoplastic, not liquid, state.

Abstract translation: 用于形成由透明构件形成的整体组件的方法和装置以及形成至少部分本体固化的非晶合金的壳体。 所述方法和系统使用热塑性模塑技术制造整体透明构件和非晶金属合金的部件，其中非晶态金属以热塑性而非液体状态模制在透明构件上。

公开(公告)号：WO2013141879A1

公开(公告)日：2013-09-26

申请号：PCT/US2012/030378

申请日：2012-03-23

Applicant: CRUCIBLE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LLC ,  APPLE INC. ,  PREST, Christopher D. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  STEVICK, Joseph W. ,  WANIUK, Theodore Andrew ,  PHAM, Quoc Tran

Inventor： PREST, Christopher D. ,  POOLE, Joseph C. ,  STEVICK, Joseph W. ,  WANIUK, Theodore Andrew ,  PHAM, Quoc Tran

IPC: B22F9/00 ,  C22C1/00

CPC classification number: B22F9/002 ,  B22F9/04 ,  B22F9/08 ,  B22F2998/10 ,  B22F2999/00 ,  C22B9/22 ,  C22B9/221 ,  C22C1/002 ,  C22C1/02 ,  C22C33/003 ,  C22C45/00 ,  C22C45/001 ,  C22C45/003 ,  C22C45/02 ,  C22C45/10 ,  B22F2202/05 ,  B22F2202/06 ,  B22F2202/07 ,  B22F2202/11 ,  B22F2202/13 ,  B22F2201/10 ,  B22F2201/20 ,  B22F2009/0804

Abstract: Described herein is a method of producing an alloy. The method includes pouring a stream of molten mixture of component elements of the alloy, separating the stream into discrete pieces, solidifying the discrete pieces by cooling before the discrete pieces contact any liquid or solid. Also described herein is another method of producing an alloy. This method includes pouring and solidifying a stream of molten mixture of component elements of the alloy into a rod or pulling a rod from a molten mixture of component elements of the alloy, before the rod contacts any liquid or solid, separating the rod into discrete pieces. An apparatus suitable for carrying out the methods above can include a container from which the molten stream is poured or the solid rod extends, one or more coil, conductive plates, a laser source, or an electron beam source arranged around the molten stream or the solid rod and configured to separate the molten stream or the solid rod into discrete pieces.

Abstract translation: 这里描述的是制造合金的方法。 该方法包括浇注合金组分的熔融混合物流，将流分离成分离的碎片，在离散的碎片接触任何液体或固体之前通过冷却固化分散的碎片。 本文还描述了制造合金的另一种方法。 该方法包括在棒接触任何液体或固体之前将合金的组分元素的熔融混合物料流浇注并固化成棒或从合金的组分元素的熔融混合物中拉出棒，将棒分离成离散块 。 适用于实施上述方法的装置可以包括一个容器，熔融物料流从该容器或实心棒延伸出来，一个或多个线圈，导电板，激光源或电子束源设置在熔融流周围或 固体棒并且构造成将熔融流或实心棒分离成离散件。