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Methods and systems for producing an object through solid freeform fabrication

US7435072B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 2, 2003
Grant dateOct 14, 2008
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Expiry dateJan 17, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB33Y30/00
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of producing an object through solid freeform fabrication, the method including fabricating a support structure about at least a portion of the object by applying a binder or focused energy to a build material.

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