Multi-orifice deposition nozzle for additive manufacturing
US9821502B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 11, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 20, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y30/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An additive manufacturing extrusion head includes a nozzle for accepting and depositing a heated material onto a work surface and/or part. The nozzle includes a valve body and an internal poppet body moveable between positions to permit deposition of at least two bead sizes of heated material onto a work surface and/or part.
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