New Process of Casting Iron and other Metals upon Lace, Embroideries, Fern Leaves, and other Combustible Materials
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Abstract of remarks by A. E. Outerbridge, Jr. to the Franklin Institute (April 20, 1887) describing a process for casting iron and other metals against lace, embroidery, fern leaves and other delicate materials after carbonizing them. The carbonized fabrics survive molten iron intact and leave a sharp impression of their pattern on the casting, which can serve as a die for embossing. The article explains the sand-mold method, the carbonizing procedure in a closed iron box with powdered charcoal, and a suggested explanation of casting flaws. Illustrated with photographs of cast iron pieces showing reproduced lace patterns.
- Type
- Article
- Date
- 1887
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 3
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