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

=SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WELDING THERMOPLASTIC MATERIALS TO GLASS=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:Edison Welding Institute, Inc.|Edison Welding Institute, Inc.]]


[[Category:Edison Welding Institute, Inc.]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Jeffrey Ellis of Columbus OH (US)|Jeffrey Ellis of Columbus OH (US)]][[Category:Jeffrey Ellis of Columbus OH (US)]]

[[:Category:Miranda Marcus of Columbus OH (US)|Miranda Marcus of Columbus OH (US)]][[Category:Miranda Marcus of Columbus OH (US)]]

[[:Category:Matthew Nitsch of Columbus OH (US)|Matthew Nitsch of Columbus OH (US)]][[Category:Matthew Nitsch of Columbus OH (US)]]

[[:Category:Jessica Whitman of Columbus OH (US)|Jessica Whitman of Columbus OH (US)]][[Category: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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