Method of Polishing Magnesium Alloy Plate and its Application in Manufacturing

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A novel method for polishing magnesium alloy plates, which minimizes the occurrence of stripe patterns and grinding burn, has been patented by Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. The method involves spraying a polishing liquid across the entire width of the plate and polishing belt to ensure even wetting conditions. This invention has significant implications for the manufacturing industry, particularly in the production of magnesium alloy plates.

Key Takeaways:

  • The patented method involves a polishing step where a polishing belt polishes the surface of a magnesium alloy plate while using a polishing liquid.
  • The polishing liquid is sprayed towards the magnesium alloy plate and polishing belt, ensuring even spread across the entire surface.
  • The method mitigates the occurrence of localized differences in wetting conditions, resulting in a smooth surface finish.
  • The invention was filed under Application No. PCT/JP2011/053563 on February 18, 2011, and published as Publication No. WO/2011/105302 on September 1.
  • The patent is owned by Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. and holds significant value in the manufacturing industry.
  • The invention is attributed to three Japanese inventors: Ryuichi Inoue, Osamu Mizuno, and Naoki Nagayama.
  • The method can be applied in various manufacturing processes to improve the quality of magnesium alloy plates.

Statistics:

  • The patent was filed on February 18, 2011.
  • The patent was published on September 1.
  • The invention was applied for under Application No. PCT/JP2011/053563.
  • The patent is owned by Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.
  • The three Japanese inventors are credited with the invention.

Sources:

  • World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Publication No. WO/2011/105302.
  • WIPO, According to the abstract posted by the World Intellectual Property Organization.