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Automated calibration method for additive manufacturing system, and method of use thereof

US9205690B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 16, 2012
Grant dateDec 8, 2015
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2034

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

Abstract

A method for calibrating a print head for use in an additive manufacturing system, the method comprising positioning the print head over a calibration target, where the calibration target has a top surface with a plurality of edges. The method further comprising moving a tip of the print head to identify coordinate locations of the edges, and setting a calibration parameter for the print head.

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