Method for the fabrication of three-dimensional objects and apparatus for same
US11465339B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 31, 2017 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y40/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus comprising a dewetting phase and a polymerization liquid that are immiscible, and can be used for the formation of three-dimensional objects, wherein the method does not require a dead zone. Additionally, methods and apparatus that employ an optically transparent cooling apparatus to mitigate heat generated during the fabrication process, and the use of a mobile phase to provide a shearing interface to reduce interfacial adhesive forces.
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