Abstract: A method of heat treating aluminum alloys of the aluminum-magnesium type to improve the hot workability of the alloys which comprises homogenizing the alloys at a first temperature from 950.degree. to 1050.degree. F for from 2 to 12 hours, cooling the homogenized alloys to a second temperature, further homogenizing said alloys at said second temperature where the second temperature is from 750.degree. to 900.degree. F for from 2 to 12 hours and optionally finally slowly cooling said alloys to at least 800.degree. F at a rate of less than 100.degree. F per hour.

Abstract: A method of heat treating aluminum alloys of the aluminum-magnesium type to improve the hot workability of the alloys which consists essentially of homogenizing the alloys at a temperature from 950.degree. to 1050.degree. F for from 2 to 12 hours and slowly cooling said alloys to at least 800.degree. F at a rate of less than 100.degree. F per hour.

Abstract: Aluminum alloys exhibiting improved resistance weldability are prepared which comprise 1.9-5.5% copper, up to 1.5% iron, up to 1.2% silicon, up to 1.2% manganese, 0.02-2.0% magnesium, and from 0.03-0.20% vanadium, balance essentially aluminum. The alloys of the present invention are particularly suited for automotive metal working applications.

Abstract: A revolving door assembly comprising a cylindrical vertically extended door housing, a vertically mounted door comprising a plurality of radially extended leaves connected to a central axis, and a canopy mounted above said door and integral with said housing, said canopy having mounted therein a linearly elongated radiant energy emitting device providing a rectangular, planar energy field, said device mounted in radial relation to the axis of said door and adapted upon the interruption of any portion of the energy field thereof to actuate the locking of said door in position whereby escape from a portion of said housing is prevented.

Abstract: The disclosure teaches an improvement in the degassing and filtration of molten metal, especially aluminum, using an apparatus which employs a pair of sequentially placed, removable filter-type plates and at least one fluxing gas inlet positioned therebetween. Fluxing gas is provided to the melt through the inlet and flows upward through the first of said plates into counter-current contact with the melt. Said plate serves to break up said fluxing gas into a fine dispersion to assure its intimate and extensive contact with the melt. Dissolved gases and non-metallic inclusions are thereby abstracted and removed from the melt.

Abstract: Copper base alloys containing chromium, zirconium and niobium are disclosed as well as a process of heat treating and mechanically working said alloys. The combination of alloying elements, hot and cold working, annealing and aging steps increases both the strength and electrical conductivity properties of the alloy without excessive cold working.

Abstract: A process of heat treating and mechanically working chromium-containing precipitation hardenable copper base alloys is disclosed. The combination of hot and cold working, annealing and novel low temperature thermal treatment steps increases both the strength and electrical conductivity properties of the alloys without excessive cold working.

Abstract: An apparatus for measuring the temperature along the surface of an object is disclosed which incorporates a mounting unit placed on wheels which run along a non-moving surface or which rotate against a moving surface. The mounting means contains dissimilar metal ribbons pivotally mounted to spring loaded non-conductive strips. The electromotive force generated by the dissimilar ribbons in a junction with the surface to be measured drives indicators on temperature indicating devices.

Abstract: Aluminum alloys exhibiting improved resistance weldability are prepared which comprise 2.0-6.0% magnesium, up to 0.40% iron, up to 0.40% silicon, and from 0.03-0.20% vanadium, balance essentially aluminum. The alloys of the present invention are particularly suited for automotive metal working applications.

Abstract: Brazed aluminum composite having improved resistance to intergranular corrosion. The core alloy consists essentially of from 1 to 1.5% manganese, from 0.1 to 0.4% chromium, from 0.1 to 0.4% copper, from 0.01 to 0.6% silicon, from 0.01 to 0.7% iron, balance essentially aluminum. The cladding brazing alloy consists essentially of from 4 to 14% silicon, from 0.05 to 0.2% bismuth and the balance essentially aluminum. The brazed alloy composite provides galvanic protection against intergranular corrosion.

Abstract: Multiple gauge metal strip is prepared by a process which comprises first shaving said strip by a process comprising drawing said strip through a shaving apparatus adjusted to achieve maximum stock removal in relation to the yield strength of said strip whereby said yield strength is not exceeded whereby surface reduction is confined to an area comprising 5 to 50% of total surface area and volume reduction ranges from 10 to 60% of initial strip cross sectional area, and drawing the strip through a die which defines the desired final cross sectional configuration to produce a reduction of said strip to final dimension, wherein said drawing is performed without direct surface-to-surface contact between said strip and said die.

Abstract: Improved method for melting copper base alloys containing from 2 to 12% aluminum including the steps of covering a molten mass of said copper base alloy with an essentially continuous flux layer of a molten salt consisting essentially of from 10 to 90% by weight of potassium chloride, from 10 to 90% by weight of sodium chloride and less than 5% by weight of other materials, said salt having a melting point of from 660 to 800.degree. C, and adding additional amounts of said alloy through said flux layer.

Abstract: Copper base alloys which exhibit a combination of high electrical conductivity and superior strength properties are presented. These alloys consist essentially of 0.08 to 1.0% by weight of titanium, 0.05 to 1.5% by weight of antimony, 0.1 to 1.0% by weight of chromium, balance copper. The desired properties are attained by the proper application of mechanical processing steps and thermal treatments.

Abstract: The disclosure teaches an improvement in the degassing and filtration of molten metal, especially aluminum, using an apparatus which employs a pair of sequentially placed, removable filter-type plates and at least one fluxing gas inlet positioned therebetween. Fluxing gas is provided to the melt through the inlet and flows upward through the first of said plates into counter-current contact with the melt. Said plate serves to break up said fluxing gas into a fine dispersion to assure its intimate and extensive contact with the melt. Dissolved gases and non-metallic inclusions are thereby abstracted and removed from the melt.

Abstract: A longitudinally reciprocable roller carrier useful in both a horizontal and a vertical track to support various live and dead loads which comprises a pair of juxtaposed track members of generally H-shaped cross section, a connecting track of generally I-shaped cross section located therebetween, and roller motive means connected to said connecting track and one of said track members facilitating the rollable reciprocation of said track members with respect to each other. The roller motive means comprises a plurality of strategically placed paired rollers located within the substantially enclosed track sections of the first and second track members which permit the carrier to support a continuously moving load in a cantilevered configuration.

Abstract: A process for improving the thermal stability of copper alloys having a low stacking fault energy is disclosed which comprises cold working the alloy, heating the alloy at a first temperature of from 100.degree. to 300.degree. C, additionally heating the alloy at a second temperature of from 200.degree. to 360.degree. C and cooling to room temperature. The second temperature must be higher than the first temperature.

Abstract: Lithographic printing plates of aluminum or aluminum alloys are provided with an anodized surface layer, to which a photosensitive layer may be directly applied, which displays excellent adhesion and durability in use. For this purpose, anodization is carried out with an aqueous solution containing a polybasic mineral acid such as sulfuric and a higher concentration of a polybasic aromatic sulfonic acid containing at least one additional nuclear acidic substituent, preferably two, selected from the group consisting of a carboxylic acid group and a phenolic hydroxyl group.

Abstract: A method for the manufacture of hollow articles comprising providing a first sheet of metal, placing on said first sheet a weld-inhibiting material in a pattern corresponding to a predetermined configuration of fluid passageways, forming an assembly by superimposing a second sheet of metal upon the surface of said first sheet bearing said pattern, pressure welding said assembly in the areas thereof not separated by weld-inhibiting material, and expanding the areas separated by said weld-inhibiting material, wherein the weld-inhibiting pattern provided is so configured that when said assembly is expanded, a marker structure is formed which is situated so as to guide the determination of the final linear dimensions of said article. The foregoing marker enables the rapid, automated sizing of articles such as heat exchange panels produced by the above process.

Abstract: The present invention comprises an improved process for the preparation of aluminum base alloys containing magnesium and silicon in wrought form, and particularly as tread plate which includes the steps of casting, homogenizing, hot rolling within a critical temperature and time range and cooling at a rate greater than a critical rate and before a critical delay time after said hot rolling step. The resulting product can be artificially aged without the need for a separate solution heat treatment and possesses improved tensile properties, surface appearance and corrosion resistance.

Abstract: High strength oxidation resistant nickel base alloys are disclosed, said alloys consisting essentially of from 2 to 6% aluminum, 1 to 6% chromium, 0.5 to 4% silicon, 5 to 20% cobalt, 0.03 to 0.30% carbon, 0.005 to 0.25% magnesium, balance nickel. The alloys may optionally include 0.002 to 0.05% boron, 0.002 to 0.05% zirconium, up to 15% iron, up to 1% manganese and up to 1% of an element selected from the group consisting of Rare Earth elements. The alloys exhibit a high resistance to oxidation deterioration and good mechanical properties at elevated temperatures.