17930435. MULTI-NOZZLE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING simplified abstract (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION)
Contents
MULTI-NOZZLE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
Organization Name
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
Inventor(s)
Alan Chung of Hopewell Junction NY (US)
Jeremy R. Fox of Georgetown TX (US)
Martin G. Keen of Cary NC (US)
Sarbajit K. Rakshit of Kolkata (IN)
MULTI-NOZZLE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17930435 titled 'MULTI-NOZZLE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes mechanisms for multi-nozzle additive manufacturing using a three-dimensional printer with a primary print head and a nozzle print head capable of printing different nozzles for additive manufacturing. The printer can print objects using both the primary and secondary nozzles.
- Primary print head with primary nozzle
- Nozzle print head for printing different nozzles
- Printing of objects using primary and secondary nozzles
Potential Applications
This technology can be used in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical for rapid prototyping, customized manufacturing, and production of complex parts.
Problems Solved
1. Increased efficiency in additive manufacturing process 2. Ability to print objects with multiple materials or colors 3. Enhanced customization and flexibility in manufacturing
Benefits
1. Faster production of objects with multiple nozzles 2. Improved accuracy and precision in printing 3. Cost-effective manufacturing process 4. Versatile applications in different industries
Original Abstract Submitted
Described are mechanisms for multi-nozzle additive manufacturing. The mechanisms include a three-dimensional printer including a primary print head with a primary nozzle. The three-dimensional printer further includes a nozzle print head configured to print different nozzles for additive manufacturing of an object. The three-dimensional printer further includes a secondary nozzle printed by the nozzle print head, and the three-dimensional printer is configured to print the object using the primary print head, the primary nozzle, and the secondary nozzle.
