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3D printing to obtain a predefined surface quality

US12030238B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 17, 2018
Grant dateJul 9, 2024
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Expiry dateFeb 29, 2040

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29L2031/34
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of 3D printing to achieve a desired surface quality on at least one surface of a 3D printed object comprising selecting a base surface having the desired surface quality; and printing the 3D printed object on the base surface, so that the desired surface quality is imparted to one surface of the 3D printed object during printing. The surface quality may be glassiness, roughness, smoothness and texture in general. Objects may thus be manufactured in which electronic components are integrated in or under a glass-like surface.

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