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Rapid, large volume, dead layer-free 3D printing

US12214546B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 9, 2020
Grant dateFeb 4, 2025
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Expiry dateAug 21, 2041

Classification

  • 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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