Kyocera has been granted a patent for a coated tool with a unique structure. The tool includes a base member and a coating layer with voids in a specific arrangement. The coating layer consists of titanium compound and aluminum oxide, with distinct layers and particle orientation differences. GlobalData’s report on Kyocera gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Coated tool with specific layer composition and orientation
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11998991B2) discloses a coated tool designed for enhanced performance. The tool comprises a base member with a coating layer on its first surface. The coating layer consists of a titanium compound first layer and an aluminum oxide second layer with voids in the first layer. These voids have specific dimensions and orientations, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the tool. Additionally, the second layer is divided into lower and upper parts with distinct thicknesses and particle orientation ratios, further optimizing the tool's functionality.
Furthermore, the patent includes variations of the coated tool, such as different compositions in the first and second layers, specific void-to-boundary distances, and void dimensions. The patent also extends to a cutting tool incorporating the coated tool in a holder with a pocket. The cutting tool's design ensures the efficient application of the coated tool in various cutting operations. Additionally, the patent details the arrangement of voids in the coating layer, with specific regions having different compositions and void distributions. This innovative approach aims to improve the tool's durability, performance, and versatility in cutting applications.
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