Structure supporting an object during additive manufacturing and method for forming
US11465334B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 25, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y80/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A supporting structure built together with an object in an additive manufacturing (AM) process and configured to support an overhang of the object is described. The supporting structure includes a first array of pillars formed with a first material and reinforced with a second material. Each of the pillars in the first array includes a top. At least a portion of the tops in the first array adjoin and define a surface on which the overhang of the object may be supported. The first material is support material.
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