Patent ID: 9309596
Filing Date: 2016-04-12
CPC Classification: C23C,H01J,H01L,H05H

Claim Text:
1. A FAFS method of manufacturing a coated substrate, the method comprising: a. providing a substrate having an exposed first surface b. providing a powder having of a plurality of particles c. disposing said powder to said first surface of said substrate to form a powder layer d. providing a flammable gas capable of creating a flame e. providing a flame head, burner, or torch capable of dispensing said flammable gas toward said powder layer on said substrate f. creating a flame near or on a first electrode so that a high voltage current can pass from the flame, through the powder layer and substrate to a second electrode connected to said substrate g. electrically energizing said electrodes causing a current flow through said flame and powder layer h. consolidating or sintering said powder on said substrate in said current flow area.