20240017500. SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WELDING THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS TO GLASS simplified abstract (Edison Welding Institute, Inc.)

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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WELDING THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS TO GLASS

Organization Name

Edison Welding Institute, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Jeffrey Ellis of Columbus OH (US)

Miranda Marcus of Columbus OH (US)

Matthew Nitsch of Columbus OH (US)

Jessica Whitman of Columbus OH (US)

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WELDING THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS TO GLASS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240017500 titled 'SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WELDING THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS TO GLASS

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a method for joining thermoplastics to glass using a sheet of continuous glass filled thermoplastic composite. The method involves applying force to achieve contact and compaction between the composite and the glass, using a laser with a specific wavelength and spot size to create a weld between the two materials. The joined materials are then cooled under pressure for a certain period of time before removing the pressure.

  • The method involves placing a glass filled thermoplastic composite under glass and applying force to achieve contact and compaction.
  • A laser with a specific wavelength and spot size is used to create a weld between the composite and the glass.
  • The joined materials are cooled under pressure for a predetermined period of time.
  • The compaction pressure is then removed to access the joined materials.

Potential Applications:

  • Automotive industry: Joining thermoplastics to glass for windows and windshields.
  • Electronics industry: Joining thermoplastics to glass for display screens and touch panels.
  • Construction industry: Joining thermoplastics to glass for architectural applications.

Problems Solved:

  • Provides a method for effectively joining thermoplastics to glass, which can be challenging due to the different properties of the materials.
  • Ensures adequate contact and compaction between the composite and the glass, resulting in a strong and durable weld.

Benefits:

  • Enables the creation of strong and durable joints between thermoplastics and glass.
  • Offers a precise and controlled method for joining the materials using a laser.
  • Allows for efficient production processes with reduced assembly time and costs.


Original Abstract Submitted

a method for joining thermoplastics to glass comprising placing a sheet of continuous glass filled thermoplastic composite under glass; applying a predetermined amount of force on the bottom of the composite to achieve adequate contact and compaction between the composite and the glass; using a laser with a predetermined wavelength having a predetermined spot size to apply a predetermined amount of power to a predefined region of the composite and the glass at a predetermined speed, thereby creating a weld between the composite and the glass; cooling the joined materials for a predetermined period of time while still under compaction pressure; and removing the compaction pressure to access the joined materials.

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