3D printing vending machine
US9418503B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG07F17/40
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A vending machine for creating a three-dimensional object having an enclosure having an exterior and interior. The interior receives and houses at least one three-dimensional printer. An interface for accepting an instruction associated with an object to be printed and transmitting the instruction to the printer. A storage section for storing a printed object that provides access to the printed part but limits or prohibits access to the interior.
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