Additively manufactured structure and method for making the same
US11813790B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 2019 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2023 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 22, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y10/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An additively manufactured structure and methods for making and using same. In a method for making the structure, the structure can be printed using a single bead, according to a single toolpath, according to an open toolpath, or a combination thereof. Advantageously, printing efficiency can be improved. Geometry, size and/or shape of the structure can be selected with more flexibility. An exemplary method can form an overhang without using an infill or a support structure. Furthermore, the overhang can be formed accurately in an easy manner without a need of accurate positioning of the infill or the support structure. The printing process can be simplified. An alternative exemplary method can form a wall section that terminates by connecting to another wall section. Advantageously, the wall sections can be strong because of the mutual support and appearance of the terminated wall section can be improved.
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