Abstract: An improved method and apparatus for supporting the shaving tool in an adjustable tool holder for use in the production of multiple gauge strip is disclosed wherein the adjustable tool holder is vertically positioned on gauge blocks and thereby rigidly supported against the strip to be shaved by applying a vertical load on the adjustable tool holder.

Abstract: The instant disclosure teaches a process for obtaining an improved combination of strength and bend properties in copper base alloys having low stacking fault energy. The process is characterized by a critical combination of cold reduction and annealing following recrystallization. Improved copper base alloys are also disclosed.

Abstract: Copper-silicon based alloys which exhibit high elastic properties and resistance to bending fatigue are disclosed. These alloys incorporate silicon in amounts ranging from 4.4 to 5.2%. Optional elements may be added to the copper-silicon alloys, but are limited in amounts such that not less than 4.4% of silicon is present in the alloy. These alloys have particular utility in spring-type electrical connection devices.

Abstract: New and improved copper base alloys, characterized by a combination of high electrical conductivity and excellent strength properties, consisting essentially of 0.8- 5% by weight of titanium as a first component, a portion of which may be a like element such as zirconium or hafnium or both, 1.2- 5% by weight of antimony as a second component, part of which may be replaced by one or more of the elements arsenic, phosphorus, silicon, germanium and tin, with the atomic ratio of the total titanium and like elements, to antimony and like elements, being not more than 10% above 5:3, and the balance essentially copper.

Abstract: A process of heat treating and mechanically working copper base alloys containing chromium, zirconium and vanadium is disclosed. The combination of alloying ingredients, hot and cold rolling, annealing and aging steps increases both the strength and electrical conductivity properties of the alloy without excessive cold working or aging.

Abstract: The instant disclosure teaches a process for obtaining an improved combination of strength and bend properties in copper base alloys having low stacking fault energy. The process is characterized by a critical combination of cold reduction and annealing following recrystallization.

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: 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: 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.

Abstract: Multiple gauge metal strip is prepared by a process which comprises shaping strip material of rectangular cross section to form regions of at least two variable thicknesses defining a stepped surface configuration in at least one of the broad surfaces of said strip, and drawing the shaped strip through a die which defines said cross sectional configuration to produce a reduction of said strip to final dimension, wherein said drawing step is performed without direct surface-to-surface contact between said strip and said die, such that the width dimension of said strip is unchanged and the ratio of strip surface to strip cross sectional area changes by at least 30%. The drawing method of this invention employs hydrodynamic lubrication and can achieve one-pass cross sectional reductions of from 39 to 55%.

Abstract: New and improved copper base alloys, characterized by a combination of high electrical conductivity and excellent strength properties, consisting essentially of 0.8 - 5% by weight of titanium, a portion of which may be a like element such as zirconium or hafnium or both, 1.2 - 5% by weight of antimony, part of which may be replaced by one or more of the elements arsenic, phosphorus, silicon, germanium and tin, with the atomic ratio of the total titanium, and like elements, to antimony, and like elements, being 5:3 or somewhat less, and the balance essentially copper. The desired properties are attained by the proper application of mechanical processing steps and thermal treatments.

Abstract: A method of producing multiple gauge metal strip wherein surface reduction is confined to an area comprising from about 5 to about 50% of total surface area, and volume reduction ranges from about 10 to about 60% of initial strip cross section area, which comprises measuring the maximum stock removal in relation to the yield strength of said strip, adjusting a shaving apparatus to prevent it from exceeding said maximum and passing the strip through said apparatus. The method of this invention may be practiced as a single pass procedure.

Abstract: A scanner transfers information in the form of magnetic characters to a soft magnetic film, and subsequently transfers the information to a storage medium, such as disc, tape, or the like. Use of amorphous and other bubble material is suggested. A bias field is coupled through the magnetic characters to the material in which bubbles are generated and transported.

Abstract: A high conductivity high temperature copper alloy containing mischmetal and phosphorus in a specific ratio. The alloy is free from internal copper oxides and is suitable for applications requiring stability at elevated temperatures. Strengths on the order of 70 KSI and conductivities on the order of 90% IACS are obtainable in cold worked material.

Abstract: A process for obtaining improved bend properties in copper base alloys with retention of other desirable characteristics thereof. The process is characterized by a final cold reduction with a large number of passes coupled with a small reduction per pass.

Abstract: Improved copper alloys containing from 7 to 14% nickel, from 1.5 to 3.3% tin, plus iron and/or cobalt in an amount from 0.1 to 3% each. The alloys are characterized by good strength, good bend properties, good solderability and low contact resistance.

Abstract: A process for improving the elongation of copper base alloys containing about 2 to 4.5% aluminum, 15 to 31% zinc, and a grain refining element such as iron, chromium, zirconium, or cobalt, is carried out through controlled grain coarsening. Such alloys are subjected to a cold reduction of about 15 to 40%, an intermediate anneal at about 625.degree. to 725.degree.C., a final cold reduction of 12 to 45% and a final anneal at about 600.degree. to 725.degree.C. Alternatively, the above sequence may be preceded by a preliminary cold reduction of about 10 to 70% and then a preliminary low temperature anneal at about 400.degree. to 600.degree.C. followed by the above reductions and anneals.

Abstract: Method of processing nickel-tin containing copper base alloys in order to obtain an improved combination of strength and bend properties. The alloys processed herein contain from 7 to 14% nickel and from 1.5 to 3.3% tin.

Abstract: Improved properties are obtained in copper alloys containing from 7 to 14% nickel, from 1.5 to 3.3% tin, plus iron and/or cobalt in an amount from 0.1 to 3% each, by hot rolling, cold rolling, annealing and cold rolling, all under defined conditions. The resultant alloys are characterized by good strength, good bend properties, good solderability and low contact resistance.