Method of bonding metal to a non-metal substrate

摘要

A method of bonding metal to a non-metal substrate. The process includes placing the metal in contact with a non-metal substrate and blanketing the contact region with a gaseous atmosphere in which the amount of reactive gas is limited to minimize oxidation of the metal at the surface. Heating of the metal is accomplished by various means including a laser beam. The metal is heated to a point where the reactive gas and metal form a eutectic that wets the contact area between the metal and non-metallic substrate. Upon cooling, the metal and non-metallic substrate are bonded together over a substantial part of the contact area.