18157129. NARROW PASSAGE REPAIR USING 3D PRINTING simplified abstract (International Business Machines Corporation)

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NARROW PASSAGE REPAIR USING 3D PRINTING

Organization Name

International Business Machines Corporation

Inventor(s)

Raghuveer Prasad Nagar of Kota (IN)

Sarbajit K. Rakshit of Kolkata (IN)

NARROW PASSAGE REPAIR USING 3D PRINTING - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18157129 titled 'NARROW PASSAGE REPAIR USING 3D PRINTING

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a method for repairing a component with a narrow passage using a three-dimensional printer and a special composition for three-dimensional printing.

  • The method involves mixing a filler material with a carrier fluid and applying a controlled electromagnetic field to guide the filler material towards the repair location in the narrow passage of the component.
  • A ferromagnetic material is coated with the filler material to create a microcapsule. The ferromagnetic material interacts with the electromagnetic field to attract the microcapsule to the repair location.
  • 3D printing techniques are used to coat the ferromagnetic core with the filler material.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Repairing components with narrow passages, such as pipes or tubes, that are difficult to access using traditional repair methods.
  • Fixing cracks or damages in complex structures where traditional repair techniques are not feasible.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Provides a solution for repairing components with narrow passages that are challenging to access.
  • Offers a method for repairing complex structures without the need for disassembly or extensive modifications.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Enables efficient and precise repairs in hard-to-reach areas.
  • Reduces the need for costly and time-consuming disassembly or modifications.
  • Allows for the repair of complex structures without compromising their integrity.


Original Abstract Submitted

Aspects of this disclosure include a method for repairing a component having narrow passage, a three-dimensional printer, and composition for three-dimensional printing. One embodiment of the method may comprise mixing a filler material for three-dimensional printing with a carrier fluid, and applying a controlled electromagnetic field to bias the filler material towards a repair location in a narrow passage of a component. The method may further comprise coating a ferromagnetic material with the filler material to form a microcapsule, wherein the ferromagnetic material is adapted to interact with the controlled electromagnetic field to attract the microcapsule to the repair location. 3D printing techniques may be used to coat the ferromagnetic core with the filler material.

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