Diamond Innovations, Inc.

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B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for 33
C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond 26
C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives 24
E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts 20
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1.

CEMENTED TUNGSTEN CARBIDE BODY AND METHOD OF FORMING THE CEMENTED TUNGSTEN CARBIDE BODY

      
Application Number 18042818
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-11-04
First Publication Date 2023-11-02
Owner
  • DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
  • HYPERION MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Kappagantula, Venkata Durga Prasad
  • Ther, Olivier

Abstract

A cemented tungsten carbide body is formed by mixing a tungsten carbide powder and a cobalt powder together to form a powder mixture. The tungsten carbide powder makes up greater than or equal to 80 weight percent of the powder mixture, while the cobalt binder powder makes up about 1.5 weight percent to about 20 weight percent of the powder mixture. Next, the powder mixture is compacted to form a green compact, and a boron nitride coating is applied to a surface of the green compact to form a coated compact. The coated compact is sintered at a temperature sufficient to melt the cobalt powder, such that boron from the boron nitride coating diffuses into the compact and creates a gradient of metallic cobalt and boron extending inward from the surface. The metallic cobalt content increases from the surface inward, while the boron content decreases from the surface inward.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/56 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides
  • C04B 41/50 - Coating or impregnating with inorganic materials
  • C04B 41/51 - Metallising
  • C04B 41/00 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramics; Treatment of natural stone

2.

Cubic Boron Nitride Particle Population with Highly-Etched Particle Surface and High Toughness Index

      
Application Number 18065890
Status Pending
Filing Date 2022-12-14
First Publication Date 2023-04-20
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dalis, Adamos
  • Dumm, Timothy
  • Zhang, Kai

Abstract

A cubic boron nitride particle population having highly-etched surfaces and a high toughness index is produced by blending a reactive metal powder with a plurality of cubic boron nitride particles to form a blended mixture. The blended mixture is compressed to form a compressed mixture. The compressed mixture is subjected to a temperature and a pressure, where the temperature is controlled to cause etching of the plurality of cubic boron nitride particles by reaction of cubic boron nitride with the reactive metal powder, thereby forming a plurality of etched cubic boron nitride particles. Also, the temperature and pressure are controlled to cause boron nitride to remain in a cubic boron nitride phase. Afterwards, the plurality of etched cubic boron nitride particles is recovered from the compressed mixture to form the particle population. Preferably, the particle population contains no hexagonal boron nitride.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C01B 21/064 - Binary compounds of nitrogen with metals, with silicon, or with boron with boron
  • C09C 3/06 - Treatment with inorganic compounds

3.

BEARING ASSEMBLY

      
Application Number 17641133
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-10-16
First Publication Date 2022-11-24
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Varghese, Biju
  • Kappagantula, Venkata Durga Prasad
  • Singh, Anshul
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Rhodes, Joseph M.

Abstract

Provided are bearing assemblies including one or more substrate assemblies, such as thrust bearing assemblies. The substrate assemblies include a bearing element fixed to a substrate. The bearing elements are formed from a thermally stable material such as a ceramic-bonded diamond composite. Methods for manufacturing the bearing assemblies are also provided.

IPC Classes  ?

  • F16C 17/04 - Sliding-contact bearings for exclusively rotary movement for axial load only
  • F16C 43/02 - Assembling sliding-contact bearings

4.

IRON GRADIENT IN POLYCRYSTALLINE DIAMOND COMPACTS; BLANKS, CUTTERS AND CUTTING TOOLS INCLUDING SAME; AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURE

      
Application Number 17772060
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-12-03
First Publication Date 2022-11-24
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Adepalli, Kiran

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond compacts, polycrystalline diamond blanks, polycrystalline diamond cutters, and tools incorporating same for cutting, milling, grinding, drilling and other abrasive operations, particularly in metal cutting applications, include a diamond table having a gradient in iron content that increases as distance into the volume of the diamond table increases. The iron gradient increases resistance to wear, such as in interrupted milling tests. The disclosure further relates to methods of manufacturing polycrystalline diamond compacts having a gradient in iron concentration in the diamond table, blanks and cutters including polycrystalline diamond compacts, cutting tools incorporating such compacts, blanks and cutters, and methods of cutting, milling, grinding and drilling, particularly metal machining, using such compacts, blanks, cutters, cutting tools and drill bits.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/10 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic for porous or cellular structure, e.g. for use with diamonds as abrasives
  • C01B 32/28 - After-treatment, e.g. purification, irradiation, separation or recovery
  • B01J 23/745 - Iron
  • B01J 23/75 - Cobalt
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives

5.

Composite formed of cubic boron nitride and method of making thereof

      
Application Number 17118129
Grant Number 11746058
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-12-10
First Publication Date 2022-02-17
Grant Date 2023-09-05
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Shao, Rui
  • Dues, Lawrence

Abstract

3).

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • B26D 1/00 - Cutting through work characterised by the nature or movement of the cutting member; Apparatus or machines therefor; Cutting members therefor
  • C04B 35/622 - Forming processes; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • C23C 30/00 - Coating with metallic material characterised only by the composition of the metallic material, i.e. not characterised by the coating process
  • C04B 35/58 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides

6.

Use of diamondene fragments in making polycrystalline diamond cutters and polycrystalline diamond cutters containing diamondene fragments

      
Application Number 17254219
Grant Number 11780778
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-06-28
First Publication Date 2021-08-26
Grant Date 2023-10-10
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Flood, Gary

Abstract

Provided is a polycrystalline diamond cutter with a substrate and a diamond body in which the diamond body includes bonded diamond particles and discernable diamondene fragments. The polycrystalline diamond cutter is manufactured by a high pressure high temperature method that includes sintering a diamond feed layer in which the diamond feed layer includes diamond particles and diamondene fragments.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/528 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite obtained from carbonaceous particles with or without other non-organic components
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C04B 35/622 - Forming processes; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products

7.

PCBN SINTERED COMPACT

      
Application Number 17254151
Status Pending
Filing Date 2018-06-28
First Publication Date 2021-08-19
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Dues, Lawrence

Abstract

The present application is a new improvement in the fine-grained cubic boron nitride sintered compact which may be employed to manufacture a cutting tool. The compact contains at least 80 vol % cBN with a metallic binder system and is sintered under HPHT conditions. The improvement incorporates alloys of aluminum in the metallic binder system.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • C22C 29/06 - Alloys based on carbides, oxides, borides, nitrides or silicides, e.g. cermets, or other metal compounds, e. g. oxynitrides, sulfides based on carbides or carbonitrides based on carbides, but not containing other metal compounds
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • B22F 3/14 - Both compacting and sintering simultaneously

8.

Composite formed of cubic boron nitride without Ti-based ceramide and method of making thereof

      
Application Number 17156555
Grant Number 11746057
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-01-23
First Publication Date 2021-08-05
Grant Date 2023-09-05
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Shao, Rui
  • Dues, Lawrence

Abstract

3), about 0.5-10 vol. % tungsten borides, and less than or equal to about 5 vol. % aluminum nitride (AlN).

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/563 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides based on boron carbide
  • B23B 27/14 - Cutting tools of which the bits or tips are of special material
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering

9.

Valve assembly

      
Application Number 29682810
Grant Number D0920476
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-07
First Publication Date 2021-05-25
Grant Date 2021-05-25
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Grassl, Paul

10.

POLYCRYSTALLINE DIAMOND CUTTERS AND LIQUID SEDIMENTATION - HPHT METHOD OF MAKING THEREOF

      
Application Number 17254193
Status Pending
Filing Date 2018-06-28
First Publication Date 2021-04-29
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Flood, Gary

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond cutters and methods of making thereof are described. The cutters include a substrate and a diamond body. The diamond body includes diamond particles spatially arranged according to a gradient of particle sizes. The methods include steps of suspending diamond particles in a liquid and allowing their sedimentation according to a gradient of particle sizes resulting in regions spatially arranged axially and/or radially in which a majority of diamond particles in one region have lower average sizes or average diameters comparative to a majority of diamond particles in a second region.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for

11.

Valve seat

      
Application Number 29703583
Grant Number D0910820
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-08-28
First Publication Date 2021-02-16
Grant Date 2021-02-16
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Grassl, Paul

12.

LUMINESCENT DIAMOND MATERIAL AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE SAME

      
Application Number 16390537
Status Pending
Filing Date 2019-04-22
First Publication Date 2019-10-24
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dalis, Adamos
  • Vagarali, Suresh

Abstract

Provided are a luminescent diamond material and method of producing the same. The method may include the steps of providing a catalyst selected from one or more of the group of cobalt, iron, manganese and nickel; providing an enhancer selected from one or more of the group of boron, germanium, phosphorous, silicon and tin; providing graphite; blending the catalyst, enhancer and graphite to form a homogenized blend; and subjecting the homogenized blend to a high temperature, high pressure process to form a luminescent diamond material having a plurality of diamond particles having a plurality of defect centers, wherein the luminescent diamond material luminesces at a wavelength of about 700 nm to about 950 nm and energy of about 1.77 eV to about 1.30 eV.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09K 11/65 - Luminescent, e.g. electroluminescent, chemiluminescent, materials containing inorganic luminescent materials containing carbon
  • C01B 32/25 - Diamond
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies

13.

Polycrystalline diamond compacts and earth-boring tools including such compacts

      
Application Number 16292982
Grant Number 10883317
Status In Force
Filing Date 2019-03-05
First Publication Date 2019-07-04
Grant Date 2021-01-05
Owner
  • Baker Hughes Incorporated (USA)
  • Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Bird, Marc W.
  • Gledhill, Andrew

Abstract

A polycrystalline diamond compact includes a polycrystalline diamond material having a plurality of grains of diamond bonded to one another by inter-granular bonds and an intermetallic gamma prime (γ′) or κ-carbide phase disposed within interstitial spaces between the inter-bonded diamond grains. The ordered intermetallic gamma prime (γ′) or κ-carbide phase includes a Group VIII metal, aluminum, and a stabilizer. An earth-boring tool includes a bit body and a polycrystalline diamond compact secured to the bit body. A method of forming polycrystalline diamond includes subjecting diamond particles in the presence of a metal material comprising a Group VIII metal and aluminum to a pressure of at least 4.5 GPa and a temperature of at least 1,000° C. to form inter-granular bonds between adjacent diamond particles, cooling the diamond particles and the metal material to a temperature below 500° C., and forming an intermetallic gamma prime (γ′) or κ-carbide phase adjacent the diamond particles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/56 - Button-type inserts
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • E21B 10/54 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits
  • E21B 10/50 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of roller type
  • C22C 29/00 - Alloys based on carbides, oxides, borides, nitrides or silicides, e.g. cermets, or other metal compounds, e. g. oxynitrides, sulfides
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product

14.

Dense packing particle size distribution for PDC cutters

      
Application Number 16201436
Grant Number 11279002
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-27
First Publication Date 2019-05-09
Grant Date 2022-03-22
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS. INC. (USA)
Inventor Flood, Gary M.

Abstract

A superabrasive compact and a method of making the superabrasive compact are disclosed. A method of making a superabrasive compact comprises steps of providing a plurality of superabrasive particles having a particle size distribution with a first ratio (d50)/(d50 principle particles) ranging from about 0.86 to about 0.92; providing a support to the plurality of superabrasive particles; and subjecting the support and the plurality of superabrasive particles to conditions of an elevated temperature and pressure suitable for producing the polycrystalline superabrasive compact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies

15.

PcBN compact for machining of ferrous alloys

      
Application Number 15793098
Grant Number 10406654
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-10-25
First Publication Date 2019-04-25
Grant Date 2019-09-10
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dues, Lawrence Thomas
  • Yumoto, Kenji

Abstract

The present application is a new improvement in the fine-grained cubic Boron Nitride sintered compact which may be employed to manufacture a cutting tool. The compact contains at least 80 vol % cBN and is sintered under HPHT conditions. The invention has lower levels of unreacted cobalt in the final sintered material than conventions materials. The invention has proved beneficial in the machining of ferrous metal alloys such as sintered metal alloys.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 3/14 - Both compacting and sintering simultaneously
  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • C04B 35/63 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches using additives specially adapted for forming the products
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 11/00 - Constructional features of flexible abrasive materials; Special features in the manufacture of such materials
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools

16.

Polycrystalline diamond bodies incorporating fractionated distribution of diamond particles of different morphologies

      
Application Number 15948158
Grant Number 10618814
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-04-09
First Publication Date 2019-04-11
Grant Date 2020-04-14
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Johnson, Alexanne
  • Gledhill, Andrew Dean
  • Scott, Danny Eugene
  • Bird, Marc William

Abstract

Diamond bodies and methods of manufacture are disclosed. Diamond bodies are formed from at least a bimodal, alternatively a tri-modal or higher modal, feedstock having at least one fraction of modified diamond particles with a fine particle size (0.5-3.0 μm) and at least one fraction of diamond particles with coarse particle size (15.0 to 30 μm). During high pressure—high temperature processing, fine particle sized, modified diamond particles in the first fraction preferentially fracture to smaller sizes while preserving the morphology of coarse particle sized diamond particles in the second fraction. Diamond bodies incorporating the two fractions have a microstructure including second fraction diamond particles dispersed in a continuous matrix of first fraction modified diamond particles and exhibit improved wear characteristics, particularly for wear associated with drilling of geological formations.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C01B 32/25 - Diamond
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • B22F 7/08 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools with one or more parts not made from powder
  • C22C 29/08 - Alloys based on carbides, oxides, borides, nitrides or silicides, e.g. cermets, or other metal compounds, e. g. oxynitrides, sulfides based on carbides or carbonitrides based on carbides, but not containing other metal compounds based on tungsten carbide

17.

Polycrystalline diamond bodies having annular regions with differing characteristics

      
Application Number 16084582
Grant Number 10704335
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-16
First Publication Date 2019-03-14
Grant Date 2020-07-07
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Long, Christopher
  • Johnson, Alexanne

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond bodies having an annular region of diamond grains and a core region of diamond grains and methods of making the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, a polycrystalline diamond body (120) includes an annular region (142) of inter-bonded diamond grains having a first characteristic property and a core region (140) of inter-bonded diamond grains bonded to the annular region and having a second characteristic property that differs from the first characteristic property. The annular region decreases in thickness from a perimeter surface of the polycrystalline diamond body towards a centerline axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • E21B 10/54 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits

18.

Polycrystalline diamond cutters having non-catalytic material addition and methods of making the same

      
Application Number 15544620
Grant Number 10753158
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-01-21
First Publication Date 2018-08-30
Grant Date 2020-08-25
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Konovalov, Valeriy
  • Suryavanshi, Abhijit

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond cutters for rotary drill bits and methods of making the same are disclosed. Polycrystalline diamond cutters include a support substrate and a polycrystalline diamond body coupled to the support substrate. The polycrystalline diamond body includes a plurality of diamond grains exhibiting inter-diamond bonding therebetween and defining a plurality of interstitial regions, a non-catalytic material distributed throughout the polycrystalline diamond body in a detectable amount, and a catalytic material distributed throughout the polycrystalline diamond body in a detectable amount.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • E21B 10/55 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits with preformed cutting elements
  • E21B 10/54 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits
  • B22F 3/14 - Both compacting and sintering simultaneously
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 3/24 - After-treatment of workpieces or articles
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools

19.

Determining temperature inside a high pressure cell by evaluating solid solution composition

      
Application Number 15701694
Grant Number 10859444
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-09-12
First Publication Date 2018-04-05
Grant Date 2020-12-08
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mayberry, Camille Ellen
  • Stoyanov, Emil Tinkov
  • Leinenweber, Kurt Dylan
  • Malik, Abds-Sami

Abstract

A method for the measurement of temperature in high temperature and high pressure processes includes the steps of providing at least a first material compound and at least a second material compound. The at least first and second compounds are mixed to form a material sample. The material sample is loaded into a device and the device and material sample are subjected to a high pressure of up to about 10 GPa and a high temperature of up to about 1700° C. to form the material sample into a solid crystalline solution. The material sample is recovered for analysis and the composition of the crystalline solid solution is measured to determine the temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G01N 25/02 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of thermal means by investigating sintering
  • G01K 1/00 - MEASURING TEMPERATURE; MEASURING QUANTITY OF HEAT; THERMALLY-SENSITIVE ELEMENTS NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR - Details of thermometers not specially adapted for particular types of thermometer
  • G01K 13/00 - Thermometers specially adapted for specific purposes
  • G01K 1/26 - Compensating for effects of pressure changes
  • G01K 11/06 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using melting, freezing, or softening
  • C01G 23/00 - Compounds of titanium
  • G01K 3/04 - Thermometers giving results other than momentary value of temperature giving integrated values in respect of time
  • C30B 29/32 - Titanates; Germanates; Molybdates; Tungstates
  • G01K 11/14 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using changes in colour, translucency or reflectance of inorganic materials
  • G01K 11/30 - Measuring temperature based on physical or chemical changes not covered by group , , , or using measurement of the effect of a material on X-radiation, gamma radiation or particle radiation
  • G01K 19/00 - Testing or calibrating calorimeters

20.

Abrasive particles having a unique morphology

      
Application Number 14522862
Grant Number 09845417
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-10-24
First Publication Date 2017-12-19
Grant Date 2017-12-19
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy Francis
  • Ng, Kan-Yin

Abstract

An abrasive particle having an irregular surface, wherein the surface roughness of the particle is less than about 0.95. A method for producing abrasive particles having a unique surface morphology including providing a plurality of abrasive particles; providing a plurality of metal particles; mixing the abrasive particles and the metal particles to form a mixture; compressing the mixture to form a compressed mixture; heating the compressed mixture; and recovering modified abrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • C01B 25/165 - Hypophosphorous acid; Salts thereof
  • C30B 29/04 - Diamond
  • C30B 33/08 - Etching
  • B24B 37/04 - Lapping machines or devices; Accessories designed for working plane surfaces
  • C01B 21/064 - Binary compounds of nitrogen with metals, with silicon, or with boron with boron
  • C01B 32/20 - Graphite
  • C01B 32/25 - Diamond
  • C01B 32/28 - After-treatment, e.g. purification, irradiation, separation or recovery

21.

Method of preparing a multimodal cubic boron nitride powder

      
Application Number 15527764
Grant Number 10196314
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-11-18
First Publication Date 2017-12-14
Grant Date 2019-02-05
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Palmer, Jacob
  • Dues, Lawrence
  • Shao, Rui
  • Weinl, Gerold

Abstract

Multi-step milling processes to prepare cBN composite powder forms a first powder mixture by adding a binder and a first cBN component, mills the first powder mixture for a first time period, combines a second cBN component with the milled first powder mixture to form a second powder mixture, and mills the second powder mixture for a second time period (less than the first time period) to form the cBN composite powder. A ratio of the D50 value of the second cBN component to the D50 value of the first cBN component is at least 3.0. Two-step milling with different milling times for the two cBN component fractions controls the amount of mill debris in the cBN composite powder mixture. Further processing of the cBN composite powder under HPHT conditions forms a cBN-based ceramic with an average value of a cBN particle free diameter of less than 2.0 microns.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/58 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides
  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • C04B 35/63 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches using additives specially adapted for forming the products
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering

22.

Cutters comprising polycrystalline diamond attached to a hard metal carbide substrate

      
Application Number 15514429
Grant Number 10556832
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-09-25
First Publication Date 2017-10-19
Grant Date 2020-02-11
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zhang, Hui
  • Suryavanshi, Abhijit
  • Hirsch, Alexander
  • Zhang, Kai

Abstract

z, where A and B are transition metals, where C is carbon, and where 0≤x≤7, 0≤y≤7, x+y=7, and 0≤z≤3.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 37/00 - Joining burned ceramic articles with other burned ceramic articles or other articles by heating
  • B22F 3/14 - Both compacting and sintering simultaneously
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • C22C 29/08 - Alloys based on carbides, oxides, borides, nitrides or silicides, e.g. cermets, or other metal compounds, e. g. oxynitrides, sulfides based on carbides or carbonitrides based on carbides, but not containing other metal compounds based on tungsten carbide
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C04B 35/528 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite obtained from carbonaceous particles with or without other non-organic components
  • C04B 35/56 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element

23.

Methods of making polycrystalline diamond bodies having annular regions with differing characteristics

      
Application Number 15460404
Grant Number 10105826
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-16
First Publication Date 2017-09-21
Grant Date 2018-10-23
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Long, Christopher
  • Johnson, Alexanne
  • Rhodes, Joseph

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond bodies having an annular region of diamond grains and a core region of diamond grains and methods of making the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, a polycrystalline diamond body includes an annular region of inter-bonded diamond grains having a first characteristic property and a core region of inter-bonded diamond grains bonded to the annular region and having a second characteristic property that differs from the first characteristic property. The annular region decreases in thickness from a perimeter surface of the polycrystalline diamond body towards a centerline axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B22F 3/14 - Both compacting and sintering simultaneously
  • B30B 11/00 - Presses specially adapted for forming shaped articles from material in particulate or plastic state, e.g. briquetting presses or tabletting presses
  • B30B 15/30 - Feeding material to presses
  • C04B 35/528 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite obtained from carbonaceous particles with or without other non-organic components
  • C22C 1/05 - Mixtures of metal powder with non-metallic powder
  • C22C 1/10 - Alloys containing non-metals
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • E21B 10/54 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product

24.

Polycrystalline diamond bodies having annular regions with differing characteristics

      
Application Number 15460419
Grant Number 10683706
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-03-16
First Publication Date 2017-09-21
Grant Date 2020-06-16
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Long, Christopher
  • Johnson, Alexanne

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond bodies having an annular region of diamond grains and a core region of diamond grains and methods of making the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, a polycrystalline diamond body includes an annular region of inter-bonded diamond grains having a first characteristic property and a core region of inter-bonded diamond grains bonded to the annular region and having a second characteristic property that differs from the first characteristic property. The annular region decreases in thickness from a perimeter surface of the polycrystalline diamond body towards a centerline axis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • E21B 10/54 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits

25.

Polycrystalline diamond compacts having parting compound and methods of making the same

      
Application Number 15417639
Grant Number 10213835
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-01-27
First Publication Date 2017-08-17
Grant Date 2019-02-26
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Gledhill, Andrew

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond compacts having parting compound within the interstitial volumes are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a polycrystalline diamond compact includes a polycrystalline diamond body having a plurality of diamond grains bonded together in diamond-to-diamond bonds, interstitial volumes positioned between the adjacent diamond grains, and a parting compound positioned in at least a portion of the interstitial volumes of the polycrystalline diamond body.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22F 3/10 - Sintering only
  • B22F 3/14 - Both compacting and sintering simultaneously
  • B22F 3/24 - After-treatment of workpieces or articles
  • B22F 3/26 - Impregnating
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product
  • B22F 7/00 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • B28B 11/08 - Apparatus or processes for treating or working the shaped articles for reshaping the surface, e.g. smoothing, roughening, corrugating, making screw-threads
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C04B 35/638 - Removal thereof
  • C04B 41/00 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramics; Treatment of natural stone
  • C04B 41/50 - Coating or impregnating with inorganic materials
  • C04B 41/87 - Ceramics
  • C22C 1/10 - Alloys containing non-metals

26.

Polycrystalline diamond compacts having interstitial diamond grains and methods of making the same

      
Application Number 15435581
Grant Number 10829999
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-02-17
First Publication Date 2017-08-17
Grant Date 2020-11-10
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Scott, Danny Eugene
  • Bird, Marc William

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond compacts having interstitial diamonds and methods of forming polycrystalline diamond compact shaving interstitial diamonds with a quench cycle are described herein. In one embodiment, a polycrystalline diamond compact includes a substrate and a polycrystalline diamond body attached to the substrate. The polycrystalline diamond body includes a plurality of inter-bonded diamond grains that are attached to one another in an interconnected network of diamond grains and interstitial pockets between the inter-bonded diamond grains, and a plurality of interstitial diamond grains that are positioned in the interstitial pockets. Each of the plurality of interstitial diamond grains are attached to a single diamond grain of the interconnected network of diamond grains or other interstitial diamond grains.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C04B 35/528 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite obtained from carbonaceous particles with or without other non-organic components
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C04B 35/63 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches using additives specially adapted for forming the products
  • C04B 35/638 - Removal thereof
  • C04B 35/64 - Burning or sintering processes
  • C04B 35/653 - Processes involving a melting step
  • C22B 3/00 - Extraction of metal compounds from ores or concentrates by wet processes
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • C22F 1/10 - Changing the physical structure of non-ferrous metals or alloys by heat treatment or by hot or cold working of nickel or cobalt or alloys based thereon
  • E21B 10/55 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits with preformed cutting elements
  • E21B 10/54 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits

27.

Polycrystalline diamond drill bit having a laser cut chip breaker

      
Application Number 15385007
Grant Number 10029316
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-12-20
First Publication Date 2017-06-29
Grant Date 2018-07-24
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dyer, Dwight
  • Carpenter, Cory
  • Miller, David

Abstract

A drill bit for a drill includes at least one flute having a rake face including a flute edge and at least one cutting edge having a profile that extends along at least a portion of a length of the cutting edge, the rake face extending from the cutting edge. A chip breaker formed in the rake face, the chip breaker being a continuous groove located adjacent the cutting edge, the groove having a starting end and an exit end opening into the flute edge, the starting end having a depth that is less than a depth of the exit end of the groove, wherein a shape of the groove at the starting end is different from a shape of the groove at the exit end.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23B 51/02 - Twist drills
  • B23K 26/362 - Laser etching
  • B23K 26/402 - Removing material taking account of the properties of the material involved involving non-metallic material, e.g. isolators
  • B23K 101/00 - Articles made by soldering, welding or cutting
  • B23K 103/00 - Materials to be soldered, welded or cut

28.

High-density polycrystalline diamond

      
Application Number 15355316
Grant Number 10137557
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-11-18
First Publication Date 2017-05-18
Grant Date 2018-11-27
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Suryavanshi, Abhijit Prabhakar
  • Vagarali, Suresh S.

Abstract

A superabrasive compact and a method of making the superabrasive compact are disclosed. A method of making a superabrasive compact includes the steps of providing a plurality of superabrasive particles; subjecting the plurality of superabrasive particles to conditions of a first elevated temperature and pressure; and crushing the plurality of superabrasive particles into a pill under the first elevated high pressure and high temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for

29.

Cutter assembly with at least one island and a method of manufacturing a cutter assembly

      
Application Number 15090606
Grant Number 09739096
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-04-04
First Publication Date 2017-01-19
Grant Date 2017-08-22
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lin, Yuanbo
  • Reierson, Bruce Jake
  • Rhodes, Joseph Michael
  • Lucek, John W

Abstract

A cutter assembly includes a substrate and at least one island. The substrate includes a surface circumscribed by a peripheral edge, a flank surface extending from the peripheral edge, and at least one pocket with an opening on the surface and spaced apart from the peripheral edge. The at least one pocket extends from the opening towards an interior of the substrate. The at least one island is in the at least one pocket, and the at least one island includes a cutting surface that is exposed by the opening of the at least one pocket.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B23K 31/02 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to soldering or welding
  • E21B 10/56 - Button-type inserts
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product

30.

Active metal braze joint with stress relieving layer

      
Application Number 15301115
Grant Number 10363624
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-04-03
First Publication Date 2017-01-19
Grant Date 2019-07-30
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Easley, Thomas

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a brazed superabrasive assemblies and method of producing brazed superabrasive assemblies. The brazed superabrasive assemblies may include a plurality of braze alloy layers that are positioned opposite a stress relieving layer. The stress relieving layer may have a solidus temperature that is greater than a solidus temperature of the plurality of braze alloy layers.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 15/00 - Layered products essentially comprising metal
  • B23K 1/19 - Soldering, e.g. brazing, or unsoldering taking account of the properties of the materials to be soldered
  • B23K 1/00 - Soldering, e.g. brazing, or unsoldering
  • B23K 31/02 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to soldering or welding
  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • C04B 37/00 - Joining burned ceramic articles with other burned ceramic articles or other articles by heating
  • C04B 37/02 - Joining burned ceramic articles with other burned ceramic articles or other articles by heating with metallic articles
  • E21C 35/183 - Mining picks; Holders therefor with inserts or layers of wear-resisting material
  • B23K 103/12 - Copper or alloys thereof
  • B23K 103/18 - Dissimilar materials
  • B23K 103/00 - Materials to be soldered, welded or cut
  • E21C 35/18 - Mining picks; Holders therefor
  • B23K 101/20 - Tools
  • B23K 103/16 - Composite materials

31.

Polycrystalline diamond cutting elements having lead or lead alloy additions

      
Application Number 14707278
Grant Number 10167675
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-08
First Publication Date 2016-11-10
Grant Date 2019-01-01
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Long, Christopher Allen
  • Gledhill, Andrew

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond cutting elements having enhanced thermal stability, drill bits incorporating the same, and methods of making the same are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a cutting element includes a substrate having a metal carbide and a polycrystalline diamond body bonded to the substrate. The polycrystalline diamond body includes a plurality of diamond grains bonded to adjacent diamond grains by diamond-to-diamond bonds and a plurality of interstitial regions positioned between adjacent diamond grains. At least a portion of the plurality of interstitial regions comprise lead or lead alloy, a catalyst material, metal carbide, or combinations thereof. At least a portion of the plurality of interstitial regions comprise lead or lead alloy that coat portions of the adjacent diamond grains such that the lead or lead alloy reduces contact between the diamond and the catalyst.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • B24D 3/10 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic for porous or cellular structure, e.g. for use with diamonds as abrasives
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product
  • B22F 3/14 - Both compacting and sintering simultaneously
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • C22C 11/00 - Alloys based on lead
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 3/24 - After-treatment of workpieces or articles
  • B22F 3/15 - Hot isostatic pressing
  • C22C 27/04 - Alloys based on tungsten or molybdenum
  • C22C 27/06 - Alloys based on chromium

32.

Polycrystalline diamond cutting elements having non-catalyst material additions

      
Application Number 14707289
Grant Number 10232493
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-08
First Publication Date 2016-11-10
Grant Date 2019-03-19
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Long, Christopher Allen
  • Gledhill, Andrew

Abstract

Polycrystalline diamond cutting elements having enhanced thermal stability, drill bits incorporating the same, and methods of making the same are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, a cutting element includes a substrate having a metal carbide and a polycrystalline diamond body bonded to the substrate. The polycrystalline diamond body includes a plurality of diamond grains bonded to adjacent diamond grains by diamond-to-diamond bonds and a plurality of interstitial regions positioned between adjacent diamond grains. At least a portion of the plurality of interstitial regions comprise a non-catalyst material, a catalyst material, metal carbide, or combinations thereof. At least a portion of the plurality of interstitial regions comprise non-catalyst material that coats portions of the adjacent diamond grains such that the non-catalyst material reduces contact between the diamond and the catalyst.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B22F 3/14 - Both compacting and sintering simultaneously
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • E21B 10/55 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits with preformed cutting elements
  • E21B 10/62 - Drill bits characterised by parts, e.g. cutting elements, which are detachable or adjustable
  • E21B 10/54 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts the bit being of the rotary drag type, e.g. fork-type bits
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product

33.

Abrasive particles having a unique morphology

      
Application Number 15170017
Grant Number 09758708
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-06-01
First Publication Date 2016-09-22
Grant Date 2017-09-12
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy Francis
  • Ng, Kan-Yin

Abstract

An abrasive particle having an irregular surface, wherein the surface roughness of the particle is less than about 0.95. A method for producing modified abrasive particles, including providing a plurality of abrasive particles, providing a reactive coating on said particles, heating said coated particles; and recovering modified abrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

34.

Diamond composite cutting tool assembled with tungsten carbide

      
Application Number 14610431
Grant Number 09827611
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-01-30
First Publication Date 2016-08-04
Grant Date 2017-11-28
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Malik, Abds-Sami
  • Easley, Thomas Charles
  • Kaiser, Stephen Allen
  • Selinder, Torbjorn

Abstract

A tool and a method of making the tool are disclosed. The tool includes a superabrasive compact, for example, a volume of silicon carbide diamond bonded composite, directly bonded to a tungsten carbide body during sintering. The green body may have a recess with a complementary shape to the superabrasive compact, whereby after inserting at least a part of the superabrasive compact within the recess and sintering, the tungsten carbide body and the recess shrink to form an interference fit therebetween.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22F 7/00 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting
  • B22F 7/08 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools with one or more parts not made from powder
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for

35.

PDC cutter with chemical addition for enhanced abrasion resistance

      
Application Number 14582562
Grant Number 09920578
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-24
First Publication Date 2016-01-14
Grant Date 2018-03-20
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Long, Christopher Allen

Abstract

A superabrasive cutter and a method of making the superabrasive cutter are disclosed. The superabrasive cutter may comprise a plurality of polycrystalline superabrasive particles and about 0.01% to about 4% by weight of the superabrasive particles of a dopant as evaluated prior to a high pressure/high temperature process. The dopant may be immiscible with a catalyst for forming the polycrystalline superabrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for

36.

Dense packing particle size distribution for PDC cutters

      
Application Number 14747093
Grant Number 10166654
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-23
First Publication Date 2015-12-31
Grant Date 2019-01-01
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Flood, Gary M.

Abstract

A superabrasive compact and a method of making the superabrasive compact are disclosed. A method of making a superabrasive compact comprises steps of providing a plurality of superabrasive particles having a particle size distribution with a first ratio (d50)/(d50 principle particles) ranging from about 0.86 to about 0.92; providing a support to the plurality of superabrasive particles; and subjecting the support and the plurality of superabrasive particles to conditions of an elevated temperature and pressure suitable for producing the polycrystalline superabrasive compact.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies

37.

PDC cutter with chemical addition for enhanced abrasion resistance

      
Application Number 14582542
Grant Number 10695892
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-24
First Publication Date 2015-12-24
Grant Date 2020-06-30
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Long, Christopher Allen
  • Konovalov, Valeriy

Abstract

A superabrasive cutter and a method of making the superabrasive cutter are disclosed. The superabrasive cutter may comprise a plurality of polycrystalline superabrasive particles and about 0.01% to about 4% by weight of the superabrasive particles of a dopant as evaluated prior to a high pressure/high temperature process. The dopant may be immiscible with a catalyst for forming the polycrystalline superabrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/10 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic for porous or cellular structure, e.g. for use with diamonds as abrasives
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • C22C 1/00 - Making non-ferrous alloys
  • E21B 10/00 - Drill bits
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • E21B 10/56 - Button-type inserts
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies

38.

Induction heating aided leaching of polycrystalline diamond compacts and a process thereof

      
Application Number 14734489
Grant Number 09682460
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-09
First Publication Date 2015-12-10
Grant Date 2017-06-20
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC (USA)
Inventor
  • Ramasamy, Ramamoorthy
  • Dugan, Thomas R

Abstract

A method of treating a polycrystalline diamond (PCD) compact including a substrate and a layer of diamond material mixture of diamond particles and binder-catalyst disposed on the substrate. A leaching agent is applied to at least the layer of diamond material of the PCD compact. The leaching agent and a surface of the layer of diamond material are heated to a first temperature. The substrate is cooled to a second temperature. A first temperature gradient is established within the PCD compact to cause an inward diffusion of the leaching agent into at least the layer of diamond material. The cooling of the substrate is stopped and energy is applied directly to the PCD compact to heat the same to a third temperature. A second temperature gradient is established within the PCD compact to cause an outward diffusion of the binder-catalyst to remove the same from the layer of diamond material. The first and second temperature gradients can be repeated to accelerate removal of the reacted binder-catalyst from at least the layer of diamond material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • E21B 10/00 - Drill bits
  • E21B 10/46 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts
  • B01J 19/00 - Chemical, physical or physico-chemical processes in general; Their relevant apparatus
  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • C22B 3/02 - Apparatus therefor

39.

Polycrystalline diamond compact with a modified substrate

      
Application Number 14705172
Grant Number 09649748
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-05-06
First Publication Date 2015-11-12
Grant Date 2017-05-16
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC (USA)
Inventor
  • Konovalov, Valeriy
  • Suryavanshi, Abhijit Prabhakar

Abstract

A superabrasive compact and a method of making the superabrasive compact are disclosed. A method of making a superabrasive compact may comprise steps of treating a substrate to remove a first binder material from a portion of the substrate; introducing a first material into the portion of the substrate, forming a first modified substrate; and treating the porting of modified substrate to remove at least a part of the first material to form a second modified substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/00 - Drill bits
  • E21B 10/46 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • B01J 3/00 - Processes of utilising sub-atmospheric or super-atmospheric pressure to effect chemical or physical change of matter; Apparatus therefor
  • C23C 28/00 - Coating for obtaining at least two superposed coatings either by methods not provided for in a single one of main groups , or by combinations of methods provided for in subclasses and

40.

Modification of diamond feeds for improving polycrystalline diamond cutter

      
Application Number 14194086
Grant Number 09598907
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-02-28
First Publication Date 2015-09-03
Grant Date 2017-03-21
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zhang, Kai
  • Gao, Frank
  • Flood, Gary

Abstract

A superabrasive compact and a method of making the superabrasive compact are disclosed. A superabrasive compact may comprise a superabrasive volume and a substrate. The substrate may be attached to the superabrasive volume via an interface. The superabrasive volume may be formed by a plurality of polycrystalline superabrasive particles. The superabrasive particles may have nano or sub-micron scale surface texture.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 11/00 - Constructional features of flexible abrasive materials; Special features in the manufacture of such materials
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • E21B 10/46 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts
  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C04B 37/02 - Joining burned ceramic articles with other burned ceramic articles or other articles by heating with metallic articles
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • C04B 35/528 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite obtained from carbonaceous particles with or without other non-organic components
  • C01B 31/06 - Diamond

41.

Incorporation of bulk metal foils to increase toughness of polycrystalline diamond

      
Application Number 14547867
Grant Number 09555519
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-11-19
First Publication Date 2015-07-23
Grant Date 2017-01-31
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Suryavanshi, Abhijit Prabhakar

Abstract

A cutting element include a substrate and a diamond compact including at least two polycrystalline diamond portions separated by at least one metal carbide foil portion. The cutting element is made by placing diamond powder in a reaction container, placing a thin metal layer in the reaction container above or around the diamond powder and binder, placing additional diamond powder in the reaction container above or around the thin metal layer, and placing a pre-sintered substrate containing binder into the reaction container above all diamond powder and thin metal layer components. The assembled reaction container is put into a reactor and is subjected to a high-temperature high-pressure sintering process. The binder in the pre-sintered substrate sweeps through to sinter the first diamond portion, and then reacts with the thin metal layer to form a metal carbide, and then the binder continues to sweep through to sinter the second diamond portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for

42.

Polycrystalline diamond compact fabricated from surface functionalized diamond particles

      
Application Number 14061341
Grant Number 09815176
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-10-23
First Publication Date 2015-04-23
Grant Date 2017-11-14
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Konovalov, Valeriy V.

Abstract

A superabrasive compact and a method of making the superabrasive compact are disclosed. A superabrasive compact may include a plurality of polycrystalline superabrasive particles made of surface functionalized superabrasive particles. The surface functionalized superabrasive particles may have halogens or organic moiety instead of hydrogen.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B24D 3/34 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents characterised by additives enhancing special physical properties, e.g. wear resistance, electric conductivity, self-cleaning properties
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • C04B 35/628 - Coating the powders

43.

Lapping slurry having a cationic surfactant

      
Application Number 13974588
Grant Number 09388328
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-08-23
First Publication Date 2015-02-26
Grant Date 2016-07-12
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Ji, Shuang

Abstract

A lapping slurry and method of making the lapping slurry are provided. The lapping slurry comprises abrasive grains dispersed in a carrier. The carrier comprises water, ethylene glycol and between about 0.5 wt % to about 60 wt % surfactant. Abrasive particles are positively charged when dispersed in ethylene glycol having a pH in a range of from 5 to 9, as evidenced by zeta potentials.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09K 13/00 - Etching, surface-brightening or pickling compositions
  • C09G 1/02 - Polishing compositions containing abrasives or grinding agents
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives

44.

PDC cutter with chemical addition for enhanced abrasion resistance

      
Application Number 13926696
Grant Number 09476258
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-06-25
First Publication Date 2014-12-25
Grant Date 2016-10-25
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Long, Christopher

Abstract

A superabrasive cutter and a method of making the superabrasive cutter are disclosed. The superabrasive cutter may comprise a plurality of polycrystalline superabrasive particles and about 0.01% to about 4% by weight of the superabrasive particles of a metal or metal alloy. The metal or the metal alloy may be immiscible with a catalyst for forming the polycrystalline superabrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • B24D 3/10 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic for porous or cellular structure, e.g. for use with diamonds as abrasives
  • C04B 41/50 - Coating or impregnating with inorganic materials

45.

Delayed diffusion of novel species from the back side of carbide

      
Application Number 13836155
Grant Number 09108301
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-15
First Publication Date 2014-09-18
Grant Date 2015-08-18
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Flood, Gary Martin
  • Vaughn, Joel

Abstract

A polycrystalline diamond compact (PDC) is fabricated using a process of delayed diffusion of a diffusion species (e.g., a metalloid) introduced from the back side of a cemented carbide further away from the diamond grit or from the flank side of the cemented carbide, as opposed to the side of the cemented carbide adjacent to the diamond grit. The process of fabricating the PDC includes depositing, in a metal container, a diamond grit, a cemented carbide, and a diffusion species, then applying a high pressure and high temperature (HPHT) to the contents of the metal container wherein (1) the binder of cemented carbide diffuses across the diamond grit, and (2) the diffusion species diffuses through the cemented carbide, and then through the diamond grit, thus providing a protective coating to the diamond grains of the PDC.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • B22F 7/00 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting

46.

Polycrystalline diamond drill blanks with improved carbide interface geometries

      
Application Number 13798402
Grant Number 09138872
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-13
First Publication Date 2014-09-18
Grant Date 2015-09-22
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Flood, Gary Martin
  • Vaughn, Joel

Abstract

A cutting element and a method of making the superabrasive cutter are disclosed. The cutting element has a substrate and a superabrasive layer. The substrate has an inner face and an annular face. The inner face may have a center. The annular face may have a periphery. A superabrasive layer attaches to the substrate along the inner face and the annular face, wherein the inner face slopes outwardly and upwardly from the center at an angle ranging from between about 1° and about 7° from horizontal.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass

47.

Laboratory assessment of PDC cutter design under mixed-mode conditions

      
Application Number 13791165
Grant Number 09383304
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-03-08
First Publication Date 2014-09-11
Grant Date 2016-07-05
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Gledhill, Andrew
  • Long, Christopher
  • Vaughn, Joel

Abstract

A system and a method of testing a superabrasive cutter are disclosed. The system of testing a superabrasive cutter may comprise a spinning wheel holding the superabrasive cutter; a rock feeding into a rotation of the superabrasive cutter on the spinning wheel; and a plurality of sensors operably attaching to the spinning wheel and the rock to detect properties of the superabrasive cutter. The method of testing a superabrasive cutter may comprise steps of attaching a superabrasive cutter to a spinning wheel; moving a rock into a rotation of the superabrasive cutter on the spinning wheel; and communicably coupling a first sensor to the superabrasive cutter.

IPC Classes  ?

  • G05B 19/4065 - Monitoring tool breakage, life or condition
  • G01N 3/56 - Investigating resistance to wear or abrasion
  • G01N 3/58 - Investigating machinability by cutting tools; Investigating the cutting ability of tools

48.

Abrasive particles having a unique morphology

      
Application Number 14194138
Grant Number 09382463
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-02-28
First Publication Date 2014-06-26
Grant Date 2016-07-05
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS INC (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy Francis
  • Ng, Kan-Yin

Abstract

An abrasive particle having an irregular surface, wherein the surface roughness of the particle is less than about 0.95. A method for producing modified abrasive particles, including providing a plurality of abrasive particles, providing a reactive coating on said particles, heating said coated particles; and recovering modified abrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

49.

Precision wire saw including surface modified diamond

      
Application Number 14123568
Grant Number 09095914
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-08-02
First Publication Date 2014-06-19
Grant Date 2015-08-04
Owner DIAMOND INNNOVATIONS INC (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy
  • Ng, Kan-Yin

Abstract

A wire having a surface and diamond particles bonded to said surface by a bond matrix, wherein each diamond particle has surface roughness of about 0.60 to about 0.80 and a sphericity of about 0.25 to about 0.50.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23D 61/18 - Sawing tools of special type, e.g. wire saw strands, saw blades or saw wire equipped with diamonds or other abrasive particles in selected individual positions
  • B23D 65/00 - Making tools for sawing machines or sawing devices for use in cutting any kind of material
  • B28D 5/04 - Fine working of gems, jewels, crystals, e.g. of semiconductor material; Apparatus therefor by tools other than of rotary type, e.g. reciprocating tools

50.

Functionalization of cubic boron nitride and method of making the same

      
Application Number 13951611
Grant Number 09216492
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-07-26
First Publication Date 2014-06-12
Grant Date 2015-12-22
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zhang, Kai
  • Long, Christopher Allen

Abstract

A superabrasive material and method of making the superabrasive material are provided. The superabrasive material may comprise a superabrasive crystal and a plurality of particles. The plurality of particles may be included within the superabrasive crystal. The plurality of particles may comprise a non-catalyst material.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • B24D 11/00 - Constructional features of flexible abrasive materials; Special features in the manufacture of such materials
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • B24D 5/00 - Bonded abrasive wheels, or wheels with inserted abrasive blocks, designed for acting only by their periphery; Bushings or mountings therefor

51.

Abrasive particles having a unique morphology

      
Application Number 14082648
Grant Number 09982176
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-11-18
First Publication Date 2014-05-29
Grant Date 2018-05-29
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy Francis
  • Ng, Kan-Yin

Abstract

An abrasive particle having an irregular surface, wherein the surface roughness of the particle is less than about 0.95. A method for producing modified abrasive particles, including providing a plurality of abrasive particles, providing a reactive coating on said particles, heating said coated particles; and recovering modified abrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

52.

Single crystal CBN featuring micro-fracturing during grinding

      
Application Number 14027606
Grant Number 09840649
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-09-16
First Publication Date 2014-04-03
Grant Date 2017-12-12
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS INC. (USA)
Inventor
  • Ji, Shuang
  • Long, Christopher
  • Sowers, Susanne
  • Zhang, Kai

Abstract

A superabrasive material and method of making the superabrasive material are provided. The superabrasive material may comprise a superabrasive crystal having an irregular surface. The superabrasive material further comprises a plurality of structure defects within the superabrasive crystal. The plurality of structure defects may cause micro-chipping when used as grinding materials.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • B24D 11/00 - Constructional features of flexible abrasive materials; Special features in the manufacture of such materials
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies

53.

Methods of improving sintering of PCD using graphene

      
Application Number 13705693
Grant Number 09216493
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-12-05
First Publication Date 2014-01-16
Grant Date 2015-12-22
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Malik, Abds-Sami
  • Zhang, Hui

Abstract

A method of making diamond including mixing graphene with diamond seed to form a powder mixture, and then sintering the powder mixture, in the absence of a transition metal catalyst, at high pressure and high temperature; and a method of making a polycrystalline diamond compact including mixing graphene in diamond powder to form a powder mixture with less than about 50% graphene by weight, and then sintering the powder mixture, in the absence of a transition metal catalyst, at high pressure and high temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 11/00 - Constructional features of flexible abrasive materials; Special features in the manufacture of such materials
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • C04B 35/528 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite obtained from carbonaceous particles with or without other non-organic components
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering

54.

Cutter assembly with at least one island and a method of manufacturing a cutter assembly

      
Application Number 13339474
Grant Number 09303462
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-12-29
First Publication Date 2013-07-04
Grant Date 2016-04-05
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lin, Yuanbo
  • Reierson, Bruce J.
  • Rhodes, Joseph M.
  • Lucek, John W.

Abstract

A cutter assembly includes a substrate and at least one island. The substrate includes a surface circumscribed by a peripheral edge, a flank surface extending from the peripheral edge, and at least one pocket with an opening on the surface and spaced apart from the peripheral edge. The at least one pocket extends from the opening towards an interior of the substrate. The at least one island is in the at least one pocket, and the at least one island includes a cutting surface that is exposed by the opening of the at least one pocket.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • E21B 10/56 - Button-type inserts
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product

55.

Near-net cutting tool insert

      
Application Number 13731151
Grant Number 09327385
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-12-31
First Publication Date 2013-07-04
Grant Date 2016-05-03
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Webb, Steven W
  • Weinl, Gerold
  • Martensson, Malin
  • Easley, Thomas C

Abstract

A method of making a near-net superhard material body includes preparing granules from a mixture of superhard powder, binders, and fluids, compacting the granules to form a soft green complex-shaped body, heating the soft green body in a furnace to form a hard green body free from residual binders, embedding one or more of the hard green bodies in a containment powder or a containment means and forming a pressure cell, sintering the cell at high pressure and high temperature, and removing the containment powder from the cell or removing the inserts from the containment means to reveal one or more near-net bodies.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • B24D 11/00 - Constructional features of flexible abrasive materials; Special features in the manufacture of such materials
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B24D 3/28 - Resins
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product
  • B22F 9/02 - Making metallic powder or suspensions thereof; Apparatus or devices specially adapted therefor using physical processes
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • C22C 21/00 - Alloys based on aluminium

56.

Abrasive compact with improved machinability

      
Application Number 13748934
Grant Number 08597387
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-01-24
First Publication Date 2013-05-30
Grant Date 2013-12-03
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Webb, Steven W.

Abstract

An abrasive compact may include an ultra-hard phase that may include ultra-hard particles having a Knoop hardness of 5000 KHN or greater, a sinter catalyst, and a reaction phase that may include a catalyst-ceramic compound having a Knoop hardness lower than that of the ultra-hard phase.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/04 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic
  • B24D 3/14 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic ceramic, i.e. vitrified bondings
  • B24D 3/34 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents characterised by additives enhancing special physical properties, e.g. wear resistance, electric conductivity, self-cleaning properties

57.

Drill bit

      
Application Number 29439786
Grant Number D0682326
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-12-14
First Publication Date 2013-05-14
Grant Date 2013-05-14
Owner
  • Sandvik Intellectual Property AB (Sweden)
  • Diamond Innovations Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Monyak, Kenneth
  • Fader, Joseph
  • Schmoll, Adrienne

58.

Drill bit

      
Application Number 29412057
Grant Number D0682325
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-01-30
First Publication Date 2013-05-14
Grant Date 2013-05-14
Owner
  • Sandvik Intellectual Property AB (Sweden)
  • Diamond Innovations Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Monyak, Kenneth
  • Fader, Joseph
  • Schmoll, Adrienne

59.

Method of joining two components to ensure axial and angular alignment therebetween

      
Application Number 13658891
Grant Number 08955209
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-10-24
First Publication Date 2013-04-25
Grant Date 2015-02-17
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dyer, Dwight E.
  • Conley, Ray Phillip

Abstract

A method for bonding together components, such as a tip and a shaft which include mutually facing carbide end surfaces. The tip includes circumferentially spaced flutes formed in its cylindrical outer periphery. The shaft has a cylindrical outer periphery and a plurality of coolant holes extending through the shaft. Bonding of the tip to the shaft is performed by inserting gauge wires into the coolant holes and associated flutes, and positioning brazing material between the first and second end surfaces. A water-soluble bond-blocking material is applied to the gauge wires for preventing brazing of the gauge wires to the brazing material. The brazing material is heated to braze the first and second end surfaces together while the flutes and their associated coolant holes are maintained in alignment by the gauge wires. Then, the gauge wires are removed, and residual bond-blocking material is dissolved in water.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B21K 5/04 - Making tools or tool parts, e.g. pliers drilling-tools or other tools for making or working on holes twisting-tools, e.g. drills, reamers
  • B21K 5/12 - Making tools or tool parts, e.g. pliers other cutting tools
  • B23K 1/00 - Soldering, e.g. brazing, or unsoldering
  • B23K 3/08 - Auxiliary devices therefor
  • B23K 31/02 - Processes relevant to this subclass, specially adapted for particular articles or purposes, but not covered by any single one of main groups relating to soldering or welding
  • B23P 15/32 - Making specific metal objects by operations not covered by a single other subclass or a group in this subclass cutting tools twist-drills
  • B23P 15/34 - Making specific metal objects by operations not covered by a single other subclass or a group in this subclass cutting tools milling cutters

60.

Polycrystalline diamond compacts having improved wear characteristics, and method of making the same

      
Application Number 13624218
Grant Number 09381483
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-09-21
First Publication Date 2013-03-21
Grant Date 2016-07-05
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Vaughn, Joel Michael
  • Webb, Steven W.

Abstract

A method of making a polycrystalline diamond compact includes mixing a diamond particle feed with a binder to form a mixture, forming the mixture into a precompact, heating the pre-compact in a non-oxidizing atmosphere to substantially drive off the binder, oxidizing the pre-compact in an oxidizing atmosphere at a temperature and for a time sufficient to burn off non-diamond carbon without overoxidizing diamond, and sintering the pre-compact at high pressure and high temperature to form a polycrystalline diamond compact. The method may also include oxidizing the diamond particle feed prior to mixing with the binder.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches

61.

Multi-axis modulation of cutters

      
Application Number 13551812
Grant Number 09010463
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-07-18
First Publication Date 2013-01-24
Grant Date 2015-04-21
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Webb, Steven W.
  • Suryavanshi, Abhijit

Abstract

A method of prolonging the life of a PDC cutter having a substantially cylindrical shape centered about a rotational axis, and an apparatus for multi-axis modulation of a PDC cutter, the method including imparting linear modulation to the cutter in at least one direction and imparting rotary modulation to the cutter about the rotational axis, the rotary modulation being synchronized with, and facilitated by, the linear modulation.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 7/24 - Drilling using vibrating or oscillating means, e.g. out-of-balance masses
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts

62.

Composite compacts formed of ceramics and low volume cubic boron nitride and method of manufacture

      
Application Number 13517672
Grant Number 09181135
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-06-14
First Publication Date 2012-12-27
Grant Date 2015-11-10
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Malik, Abds-Sami
  • Palmer, Jacob S.

Abstract

3. Some of the ceramic material is formed during the sintering process. The compact can be bonded to a tungsten carbide substrate during the sintering process.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/00 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products
  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • C04B 35/56 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides
  • C04B 35/58 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C04B 35/119 - Composites with zirconium oxide

63.

Methods for improving thermal stability of silicon-bonded polycrystalline diamond

      
Application Number 13441791
Grant Number 09034064
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-04-06
First Publication Date 2012-10-11
Grant Date 2015-05-19
Owner DIAMOND INNOVATIONS, INC. (USA)
Inventor Suryavanshi, Abhijit

Abstract

Methods for preparing a silicon bonded PCD material involving a one step, double sweep process and drilling cutters made by such processes are disclosed. The PCD material includes thermally stable phases in the interstitial spaces between the sintered diamond grains. The method sweeps a diamond powder with a binder to form sintered PCD, reacts said molten binder with a temporary barrier separating said binder and said diamond from a silicon (Si) source, and sweeps said sintered PCD with said Si source to form SiC bonded PCD.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • C04B 35/645 - Pressure sintering
  • C22C 1/05 - Mixtures of metal powder with non-metallic powder
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product

64.

Method of producing holes and countersinks in polycrystalline bodies

      
Application Number 13334246
Grant Number 09089900
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-12-22
First Publication Date 2012-07-05
Grant Date 2015-07-28
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kountanya, Raja
  • Dues, Lawrence Thomas

Abstract

A method of producing at least one through-hole and countersink in at least one ultrahard insert including the steps of providing a body having a first major surface and an opposite second major surface; forming at least one pilot hole in said body using a laser, wherein said at least one pilot hole extends from said first major surface to the opposite second major surface of said body; cutting said pilot hole using a wire electrical discharge machine (WEDM) to produce a straight cylindrical portion and top conical portion; forming a countersink on at least one side of said body using an electrical discharge grinding machine (EDG); and severing said at least one ultrahard insert from said body forming a finished insert, wherein said finished insert includes a through-hole and a countersink.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B23H 9/00 - Machining specially adapted for treating particular metal objects or for obtaining special effects or results on metal objects
  • B23H 7/02 - Wire-cutting
  • B23H 5/04 - Electrical discharge machining combined with mechanical working
  • B23H 9/14 - Making holes
  • B23H 7/10 - Supporting, winding or electrical connection of wire-electrode
  • B23B 27/14 - Cutting tools of which the bits or tips are of special material

65.

Increase toughness of polycrystalline diamond

      
Application Number 13330805
Grant Number 08968436
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-12-20
First Publication Date 2012-06-21
Grant Date 2015-03-03
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Suryavanshi, Abhijit Prabhakar

Abstract

A cutting element include a substrate and a diamond compact including at least two polycrystalline diamond portions separated by at least one metal carbide foil portion. The cutting element is made by placing diamond powder in a reaction container, placing a thin metal layer in the reaction container above or around the diamond powder and binder, placing additional diamond powder in the reaction container above or around the thin metal layer, and placing a pre-sintered substrate containing binder into the reaction container above all diamond powder and thin metal layer components. The assembled reaction container is put into a reactor and is subjected to a high-temperature high-pressure sintering process. The binder in the pre-sintered substrate sweeps through to sinter the first diamond portion, and then reacts with the thin metal layer to form a metal carbide, and then the binder continues to sweep through to sinter the second diamond portion.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • B24D 99/00 - Subject matter not provided for in other groups of this subclass
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies

66.

Graded drilling cutters

      
Application Number 13360909
Grant Number 08679206
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-01-30
First Publication Date 2012-06-21
Grant Date 2014-03-25
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Wan, Shan

Abstract

In an embodiment, an abrasive compact includes ultra-hard particles which are sintered, bonded, or otherwise consolidated into a solid body. The compact also includes various physical characteristics having a continuous gradient, a multiaxial gradient, or multiple independent gradients.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 11/00 - Constructional features of flexible abrasive materials; Special features in the manufacture of such materials
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for
  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles

67.

Cutting element structure with sloped superabrasive layer

      
Application Number 13288154
Grant Number 09097075
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-11-03
First Publication Date 2012-05-03
Grant Date 2015-08-04
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Lin, Yuanbo

Abstract

A superabrasive compact cutting element, for example, a insert utilized in shear cutter bits. The cutting elements include a layer of superabrasive materials that is provided with different shapes and positions relative to the substrate in order to enhance the abrasion resistance performance of the cutting element. The cutting element includes a top, bottom and peripheral surface. The cutting element further includes at least one superabrasive material portion comprising polycrystalline diamond (PCD) or cubic boron nitride (CBN), a substrate supporting the at least one superabrasive material portion, and an interface where the at least one superabrasive material portion and the substrate are joined. The interface slopes downwardly with a slope angle of less than about 40° and/or the cutting element has a longitudinal thickness of the at least one superabrasive material portion measured along a peripheral surface of the cutting element in a longitudinal direction greater than about 3 mm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/36 - Percussion drill bits
  • E21B 10/567 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts
  • E21B 10/573 - Button-type inserts with preformed cutting elements mounted on a distinct support, e.g. polycrystalline inserts - characterised by support details, e.g. the substrate construction or the interface between the substrate and the cutting element
  • E21B 10/56 - Button-type inserts
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond

68.

High quality PCD compact

      
Application Number 13226361
Grant Number 08939238
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-09-06
First Publication Date 2012-03-08
Grant Date 2015-01-27
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Martensson, Malin
  • Lin, Yuanbo
  • Markstrom, Andreas
  • Norgren, Susanne

Abstract

3C. Further, the portion of the substrate nearest the interface between the superabrasive layer and the substrate has equal or more binder phase than portions of the substrate further from the interface. In certain embodiments, the superabrasive material includes polycrystalline diamond, and the substrate includes cobalt tungsten carbide.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/36 - Percussion drill bits
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product

69.

Abrasive compact of superhard material and chromium and cutting element including same

      
Application Number 13262250
Grant Number 08327958
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-03-31
First Publication Date 2012-02-09
Grant Date 2012-12-11
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Truemner, Christian James
  • Vagarali, Suresh

Abstract

Cutting elements having a substrate and a layer of superhard material sintered to the substrate are disclosed. The layer includes a working surface at a first surface. From the interface of the layer with the substrate, a reaction zone extends into the layer toward the working surface and a binder metal depletion zone extends into the substrate toward a base surface. The layer of superhard material has a composition including chromium or an alloy thereof. Also disclosed is an abrasive compact having a body with a composition including (i) a superhard material, (ii) a metal from a grain growth inhibitor or a metal from a metallic carbide other than WC, and (iii) an iron group binder metal. Cutting elements incorporating the abrasive compact, and drill bits incorporating abrasive compacts and cutting elements are also disclosed as well as methods of manufacture and methods of cutting material.

IPC Classes  ?

70.

Sintered cubic boron nitride cutting tool

      
Application Number 13175171
Grant Number 09381617
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-07-01
First Publication Date 2012-01-05
Grant Date 2016-07-05
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Malik, Abds-Sami

Abstract

A cutting tool having a sintered compact including 30 to 80 vol. % cubic boron nitride and a binder phase, wherein the binder phase includes about 2 to about 6 vol. % ZrN, is disclosed. In more specific examples, the cutting tool has a sintered compact including 30 to 80 vol. % cubic boron nitride, between about 4 vol. % and about 15 vol. % aluminum and/or aluminum compound and/or aluminum alloy and/or combinations thereof, and a binder phase, wherein the binder phase includes TiN and about 3 to about 5 vol. % ZrN, and wherein the cubic boron nitride has a grain size of less than 20 microns. Cutting tools of the disclosed composition display improved performance, particularly at higher operating speeds, e.g., about 200 m/min or greater.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 3/34 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents characterised by additives enhancing special physical properties, e.g. wear resistance, electric conductivity, self-cleaning properties
  • C04B 35/58 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides
  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • C04B 35/626 - Preparing or treating the powders individually or as batches
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond

71.

Sintered compact

      
Application Number 13093026
Grant Number 08067323
Status In Force
Filing Date 2011-04-25
First Publication Date 2011-09-01
Grant Date 2011-11-29
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mchale, Jr., James Michael
  • Pakalapati, Rejeev Tirumala

Abstract

A sintered cubic boron nitride (cBN) compact for use in a tool is obtained by sintering a mixture of (i) cubic boron nitride, (ii) aluminum oxide, (iii) one or more refractory metal compounds, and (iv) aluminum and/or one or more non-oxide aluminum compounds. The sintered bodies may have sufficient strength and toughness to be used as a tool material in solid, i.e. not carbide supported, form, and may be useful in heavy machining of cast irons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/00 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C04B 35/56 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides
  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives

72.

Machining tool blank and method of forming

      
Application Number 12981694
Grant Number 08667866
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-12-30
First Publication Date 2011-06-30
Grant Date 2014-03-11
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Singh, Anshul
  • Haar, Andreas

Abstract

A blank for use in forming a machining tool having a body with at least one end face and at least two recesses formed in the end face including a first recess wherein the first recess extends from the end face at an angle of about 15° to about 60° and a second recess continuing from the first recess extending from the end face at an angle of about 40° to about 90°.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B21K 21/00 - Making hollow articles not covered by any single one of groups

73.

Sintered compact

      
Application Number 12848892
Grant Number 08500834
Status In Force
Filing Date 2010-08-02
First Publication Date 2011-03-10
Grant Date 2013-08-06
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dole, Stephen
  • Dyer, Dwight
  • Pakalapati, Rajeev
  • Mchale, James

Abstract

A sintered cubic boron nitride (cBN) compact for use in a tool is obtained by sintering a mixture of (i) cubic boron nitride, (ii) aluminum oxide, (iii) one or more refractory metal compounds, and (iv) aluminum and/or one or more non-oxide aluminum compounds. The sintered bodies may have sufficient strength and toughness to be used as a tool material in solid, i.e. not carbide supported, form, and may be useful in heavy machining of cast irons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C04B 35/00 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products
  • C04B 35/56 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides

74.

Abrasive grains having unique features

      
Application Number 12560719
Grant Number 08591613
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-09-16
First Publication Date 2010-03-18
Grant Date 2013-11-26
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Zhang, Kai
  • Pakalapati, Rajeev
  • Lucek, John William

Abstract

An uncoated abrasive or superabrasive grain having at least one grain face including three or more features projecting from the grain face wherein the height (h) and the lateral length (l) of each feature is greater than about 0.1 micron.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives

75.

Abrasive particles having a unique morphology

      
Application Number 12560899
Grant Number 08652226
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-09-16
First Publication Date 2010-03-18
Grant Date 2014-02-18
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy Francis
  • Ng, Kan-Yin

Abstract

An abrasive particle having an irregular surface, wherein the surface roughness of the particle is less than about 0.95. A method for producing modified abrasive particles, including providing a plurality of abrasive particles, providing a reactive coating on said particles, heating said coated particles; and recovering modified abrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 11/00 - Constructional features of flexible abrasive materials; Special features in the manufacture of such materials
  • B24D 18/00 - Manufacture of grinding tools, e.g. wheels, not otherwise provided for

76.

Cubic boron nitride ceramic composites and methods of making thereof

      
Application Number 12561600
Grant Number 08354353
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-09-17
First Publication Date 2010-03-18
Grant Date 2013-01-15
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Abds-Sami, Malik
  • Dole, Stephen

Abstract

Composite materials composed of cubic boron nitride (cBN) and a matrix component of various ceramic oxides, nitrides, and solid solutions of matrix materials as well as whisker reinforcements. Methods of manufacture and their use in high performance machining of ferrous metals are also claimed and disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride
  • C04B 35/117 - Composites

77.

Abrasive particles having a unique morphology

      
Application Number 12560923
Grant Number 08927101
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-09-16
First Publication Date 2010-03-18
Grant Date 2015-01-06
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy Francis
  • Ng, Kan-Yin

Abstract

An abrasive particle having an irregular surface, wherein the surface roughness of the particle is less than about 0.95. A method for producing abrasive particles having a unique surface morphology including providing a plurality of abrasive particles; providing a plurality of metal particles; mixing the abrasive particles and the metal particles to form a mixture; compressing the mixture to form a compressed mixture; heating the compressed mixture; and recovering modified abrasive particles.

IPC Classes  ?

78.

Slurries containing abrasive grains having a unique morphology

      
Application Number 12560960
Grant Number 08182562
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-09-16
First Publication Date 2010-03-18
Grant Date 2012-05-22
Owner Diamond Innovations Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy Francis
  • Ng, Kan-Yin

Abstract

A slurry containing a plurality of monocrystalline diamond particles, wherein the average surface roughness of said particles is less than about 0.95; a major vehicle selected from the group of water-based vehicles, glycol-based vehicles, oil-based vehicles or hydrocarbon-based vehicles and combinations thereof; and one or more optional additives.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24B 1/00 - Processes of grinding or polishing; Use of auxiliary equipment in connection with such processes
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • C01B 31/06 - Diamond

79.

Method of solid PCBN sythesis

      
Application Number 12562404
Grant Number 08148282
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-09-18
First Publication Date 2010-03-18
Grant Date 2012-04-03
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Kountanya, Raja
  • Dole, Stephen

Abstract

The invention generally relates to a sintered CBN composite compact having a non-CBN portion. The compact includes about 86 to about 90% CBN and the non CBN portion contains borides and nitrides of Al. The compact is for use as a cutting tool insert in continuous machining of gray cast iron. The sintered compact has a thermal conductivity of 1.25-4 W/cm/° K. in the temperature range of about 200° C. to about 600° C. and sonic velocity of at least about 14.5 Km/sec at room temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/5831 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on borides, nitrides or silicides based on boron nitride based on cubic boron nitride

80.

Abrasive compact with improved machinability

      
Application Number 12518745
Grant Number 08404010
Status In Force
Filing Date 2007-12-13
First Publication Date 2010-02-25
Grant Date 2013-03-26
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor Webb, Steven W.

Abstract

An abrasive compact may include an ultra-hard phase that may include ultra-hard particles having a Knoop hardness of 5000 KHN or greater, a sinter catalyst, and a reaction phase that may include a catalyst-ceramic compound having a Knoop hardness lower than that of the ultra-hard phase.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/04 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic
  • B24D 3/14 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic ceramic, i.e. vitrified bondings
  • B24D 3/34 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents characterised by additives enhancing special physical properties, e.g. wear resistance, electric conductivity, self-cleaning properties

81.

Polycrystalline diamond material with extremely fine microstructures

      
Application Number 12406052
Grant Number 09403137
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-03-17
First Publication Date 2009-07-16
Grant Date 2016-08-02
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Russell, William C.
  • Sowers, Susanne
  • Webb, Steven
  • Raghavan, Ram

Abstract

A sintered polycrystalline diamond material (PCD) of extremely fine grain size is manufactured by sintering under high pressure/high temperature (HP/HT) processing, a diamond powder which is blended with a pre-milled source catalyst metal compound. The PCD material has an average sintered diamond grain structure of less than about 1.0 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 9/00 - Layered products essentially comprising a particular substance not covered by groups
  • B01J 3/06 - Processes using ultra-high pressure, e.g. for the formation of diamonds; Apparatus therefor, e.g. moulds or dies
  • B22F 7/06 - Manufacture of composite layers, workpieces, or articles, comprising metallic powder, by sintering the powder, with or without compacting of composite workpieces or articles from parts, e.g. to form tipped tools
  • C22C 26/00 - Alloys containing diamond
  • B22F 5/00 - Manufacture of workpieces or articles from metallic powder characterised by the special shape of the product

82.

Process equipment wear surfaces of extended resistance and methods for their manufacture

      
Application Number 10544798
Grant Number 08105692
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-02-06
First Publication Date 2006-07-27
Grant Date 2012-01-31
Owner Diamond Innovations Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Dumm, Timothy
  • Lucek, John William
  • Petreanu, John
  • Davidson, Marc Gary
  • Hofer, Bruce Wayne

Abstract

A method for producing process equipment having a wear surface having extended resistance to one or more of abrasion, erosion, or corrosion, associated with fillers or solids processed by said process equipment includes applying to said process equipment wear surface a metal matrix coating filled with superabrasive particles. Diamond and cubic boron nitride superabrasive particles can fill the metal matrix, which can be a nickel coating.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B32B 15/00 - Layered products essentially comprising metal

83.

Polycrystalline cutter with multiple cutting edges

      
Application Number 11262342
Grant Number 07316279
Status In Force
Filing Date 2005-10-28
First Publication Date 2006-05-18
Grant Date 2008-01-08
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Wiseman, Henry
  • Easley, Tom
  • Ries, Scott Arlen

Abstract

A cutting element includes a layer of integrally bonded superabrasive particles disposed over a substrate. The layer has an outer circumference comprising at least one trough having a distinct cutting point on either side of the trough. A rock drilling drag bit incorporating the cutting element and a method of cutting a material using the cutting element are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

  • E21B 10/46 - Drill bits characterised by wear resisting parts, e.g. diamond inserts

84.

Sintered compact

      
Application Number 11062199
Grant Number 07932199
Status In Force
Filing Date 2005-02-18
First Publication Date 2005-08-25
Grant Date 2011-04-26
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Mchale, Jr., James Michael
  • Pakalapati, Rajeev Tirumala

Abstract

A sintered cubic boron nitride (cBN) compact for use in a tool is obtained by sintering a mixture of (i) cubic boron nitride, (ii) aluminum oxide, (iii) one or more refractory metal compounds, and (iv) aluminum and/or one or more non-oxide aluminum compounds. The sintered bodies may have sufficient strength and toughness to be used as a tool material in solid, i.e. not carbide supported, form, and may be useful in heavy machining of cast irons.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C04B 35/00 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products
  • C04B 35/52 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbon, e.g. graphite
  • C04B 35/56 - Shaped ceramic products characterised by their composition; Ceramic compositions; Processing powders of inorganic compounds preparatory to the manufacturing of ceramic products based on non-oxides based on carbides
  • B24D 3/02 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent
  • C09C 1/68 - Loose abrasive particles
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives

85.

Product forming molds and methods to manufacture same

      
Application Number 11055887
Grant Number 07377477
Status In Force
Filing Date 2005-02-11
First Publication Date 2005-08-11
Grant Date 2008-05-27
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Lucek, John William
  • Davidson, Marc Gary
  • Dumm, Timothy F.

Abstract

Product forming molds have surfaces conformally coated with a coating composite comprising superabrasive particles. In one embodiment, the mold surface is plated (electrolessly or electrolytically) or coated with a metal having superabrasive particles dispersed therein. In another embodiment, the composite is a SiC composite having superabrasive particles dispersed therein.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C03B 11/08 - Construction of plunger or mould for making solid articles, e.g. lenses

86.

Abrasive particles having coatings with tortuous surface topography

      
Application Number 10842184
Grant Number 07435276
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-05-10
First Publication Date 2005-02-03
Grant Date 2008-10-14
Owner Diamond Innovations, Inc. (USA)
Inventor
  • Chen, Zheng
  • Goetz, Richard John

Abstract

The present invention relates to abrasive composites having improved abrasive particle retention due to unique coating designs. The present invention describes coated abrasive particles having tortuous surface topography, a process for producing such coated abrasive particles, and products comprising such coated abrasive particles. The coated abrasive particles have an outer layer coating with highly tortuous surface comprising about 5 spikes and have a tortuosity of at least about 1.1. The coated abrasive particles may be used in composites including metal/metal alloy matrix composites, ceramic/glass matrix composites, and polymer based matrix composites.

IPC Classes  ?

  • B24D 3/00 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents
  • B24D 3/06 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic metallic
  • B24D 3/04 - Physical features of abrasive bodies, or sheets, e.g. abrasive surfaces of special nature; Abrasive bodies or sheets characterised by their constituents the constituent being used as bonding agent and being essentially inorganic
  • B24D 17/00 -
  • C09K 3/14 - Anti-slip materials; Abrasives
  • B23D 61/00 - Tools for sawing machines or sawing devices; Clamping devices for these tools
  • B23D 61/18 - Sawing tools of special type, e.g. wire saw strands, saw blades or saw wire equipped with diamonds or other abrasive particles in selected individual positions