Rapid recoating of three-dimensional objects formed on a cross-sectional basis
US5902537A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 28, 1997 |
| Grant date | May 11, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 28, 2017 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y30/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for use in building three-dimensional objects on substantially a cross-sectional basis including methods and apparatus for forming successive layers using counter-rotating rollers, ink jet recoaters, spinning members which sling material, applicator bars that dispense material via a meniscus and/or independently dispensed streams, and also including methods and apparatus to determine a preferred region over which to form a layer and to check for building errors.
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