Patents Assigned to Saint-Gobain Technology Company
  • Abrasive articles with novel structures and methods for grinding
    Patent number: 7544114
    Abstract: Bonded abrasive tools, having novel porous structures that are permeable to fluid flow, comprise a relatively low volume percentage of abrasive grain and bond, and a relatively low hardness grade, but are characterized by excellent mechanical strength and grinding performance. Methods for making the abrasive tools utilizing agglomerated abrasive grain are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2009
    Assignee: Saint-Gobain Technology Company
    Inventor: Xavier Orlhac
  • Backing plates for abrasive disks
    Patent number: 6368199
    Abstract: Backing plates are provided for use with abrasive disks designed to permit a view of the surface while abrading is occurring. This is achieved by the removal of portions of the circumference of the plate and preferably also viewing apertures in the body of the plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2002
    Assignee: Saint-Gobain Technology Company
    Inventor: Anthony Alfred Van Osenbruggen