Heater for 3D printer auger screw
US11235527B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 12, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29K2105/251
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
In example implementations, an apparatus includes a storage unit, an auger screw, a housing enclosing the auger screw and at least one heater coupled to the housing. The augers screw receives a build material from the storage unit and delivers the build material to a build platform via movement of the auger screw. The build material is heated by the at least one heater as the build material is being moved by the auger screw.
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