Rapid, large volume, dead layer-free 3D printing
US12214546B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Feb 4, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y40/10
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus comprising a dewetting material and a polymerization liquid that are immiscible and dewetting, and can be used for the formation of three-dimensional objects, wherein the method does not require a dead zone. Additionally, methods and apparatus that employ the use of a flowing dewetting material to provide a shearing interface to reduce interfacial adhesive forces.
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