3D printing system and method
US11660815B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 24, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 30, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y40/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A 3D printing system includes a tank containing a liquid photopolymer resin. A textured surface is connected to the tank. The textured surface is configured such that light passes therethrough and into the liquid polymer resin. A transducer is connected to the tank. The transducer is configured to emit an acoustic wave toward the textured surface.
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