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3D printing system and method

US11660815B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 24, 2021
Grant dateMay 30, 2023
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Expiry dateNov 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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