Modular print bed for 3D bioprinter
US12296529B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 8, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 8, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12M33/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed are systems and methods for a bioprinter capable of printing an object having biological components. In some embodiments, the bioprinter includes a modular print bed having a recessed area configured to receive a variable insert and a printer head positioned above the modular print bed. In some embodiments, the printer head has a cartridge for receiving and holding a biomaterial, and an extruder configured to extrude biomaterials from the cartridge onto a portion of the variable insert. The variable insert may include functional elements (e.g., heating, cooling, photocuring) and/or receiving elements (e.g., well plates).
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