Selective deposition modeling method and apparatus for forming three-dimensional objects and supports
US7077638B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 26, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 18, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y50/02
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A variety of support structures and build styles for use in Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing systems are described wherein particular emphasis is given to Thermal Stereolithography, Fused Deposition Modeling, and Selective Deposition Modeling systems, and wherein a 3D modeling system is presented which uses multijet dispensing and a single material for both object and support formation.
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