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Process control method for a 3D-printing process

US12188828B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 12, 2021
Grant dateJan 7, 2025
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Expiry dateSep 15, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01J2005/0077
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A process control method for a 3D-printing process using a 3D printer. The 3D printer has a build platform, a light source, a receiving device for printing material and a control device by which an object can be produced layer-wise or continuously from the printing material. The method includes using a thermal imaging camera, the output signal of which is transmitted to the control device, connected to the 3D printer, The method includes the following steps:

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