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Manufacturing in microgravity and varying external force environments

US11077607B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 15, 2014
Grant dateAug 3, 2021
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Expiry dateJan 27, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB33Y50/02
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Additive manufacturing devices operable in various external force environments are disclosed. In an aspect, an additive manufacturing device operable in microgravity is disclosed. In other aspects, devices which are operable in high-vibration environments or varying external force environments are disclosed. Additive manufacturing devices herein may produce parts from metal, polymer, or other feedstocks.

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