20240042682. CLOSED LOOP PRINT PROCESS ADJUSTMENT BASED ON REAL TIME FEEDBACK simplified abstract (Intrepid Automation, Inc.)
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CLOSED LOOP PRINT PROCESS ADJUSTMENT BASED ON REAL TIME FEEDBACK
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Ben Wynne of Escondido CA (US)
Robert Lee Mueller of San Diego CA (US)
Jamie Lynn Etcheson of San Diego CA (US)
Christopher Sean Tanner of Idyllwild CA (US)
Ivan Dejesus Chousal of Chula Vista CA (US)
CLOSED LOOP PRINT PROCESS ADJUSTMENT BASED ON REAL TIME FEEDBACK - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240042682 titled 'CLOSED LOOP PRINT PROCESS ADJUSTMENT BASED ON REAL TIME FEEDBACK
Simplified Explanation
The techniques described in this patent application relate to photoreactive 3D printing systems and methods. The 3D printing system includes a movable print platform, a resin tub with a membrane, resin contained within the tub, an illumination system, a force sensor, and a print recipe for building layers of a 3D printed part on the print platform.
- The photoreactive 3D printing system projects an image through the membrane into the resin volume using the illumination system.
- The print platform can move in the z-direction.
- The force sensor measures the force on the print platform.
- The print recipe is updated during a printing run based on the force on the print platform.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Rapid prototyping: The photoreactive 3D printing system allows for the quick and precise creation of prototypes, enabling faster product development cycles.
- Custom manufacturing: This technology can be used to produce customized products with complex geometries, such as personalized medical implants or unique consumer goods.
- Art and design: Artists and designers can utilize this technology to create intricate and detailed 3D printed sculptures and artworks.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Improved print quality: The ability to measure and adjust the force on the print platform during printing helps to ensure accurate and high-quality 3D printed parts.
- Enhanced printing speed: The movable print platform and updated print recipe allow for faster printing times, increasing overall productivity.
- Reduced material waste: The precise control over the printing process minimizes material waste, making the photoreactive 3D printing system more efficient and cost-effective.
Benefits of this technology:
- Versatility: The system can accommodate various resin materials and can be used to print a wide range of objects with different shapes and sizes.
- Accuracy: The ability to measure and adjust the force on the print platform ensures precise and accurate printing, resulting in high-quality finished products.
- Efficiency: The movable print platform and updated print recipe optimize the printing process, reducing printing time and material waste.
Original Abstract Submitted
in some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to photoreactive 3d printing systems and methods. the 3d printing system can include: a moveable print platform; a resin tub with a membrane; resin contained within the resin tub; an illumination system; a force sensor, and a print recipe including information for layers in a 3d printed part to be built on the print platform. the photoreactive 3d printing system can be configured to: project an image through the membrane into the volume of resin using the illumination system; move the print platform in a z-direction; measure a force on the print platform using the force sensor, and update a print platform movement in the print recipe during a printing run based on the force on the print platform.
