Three-dimensional printing systems and methods of their use
US10144176B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 15, 2018 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 15, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P10/25
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present disclosure describes three-dimensional (3D) printing apparatuses, processes, software, and systems for producing high quality 3D objects. Described herein are printing apparatuses that facilitate control of energy beam characteristics using an optical mask during one or more printing operations.
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