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A Study of Patents dealing with the Electrodeposition of Chromium
Richard Schneidewind
Open Access
A Study of Patents Dealing with the Electrodeposition of Chromium is a comprehensive analysis of the patent landscape affecting chromium plating technology. Published as part of the Engineering Research Bulletin series and financed by The Detroit Edison Company, this book aims to elucidate the constraints imposed by existing patents on the development and commercial utilization of chromium plating. The study systematically assembles information from patents, constructing an historical overview of chromium plating baths and techniques, evaluating the scientific and commercial merits of various patents, and questioning the extent to which the process is controlled by patents. Highlighting the challenges posed by patent confusion, the bulletin suggests that the actual control over the electrodeposition process may be less restrictive than perceived, thereby encouraging broader application and further innovation in the field. The work is intended as a resource for technical workers, combining patent and experimental insights to clear misconceptions and promote the use of chromium plating technologies.