Align Technology, Inc. (20240300174). SUBSTRATES AND ASSOCIATED MATERIALS FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING simplified abstract
SUBSTRATES AND ASSOCIATED MATERIALS FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
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Inventor(s)
Peter Dorfinger of Woodside CA (US)
Michael Christopher Cole of San Jose CA (US)
SUBSTRATES AND ASSOCIATED MATERIALS FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240300174 titled 'SUBSTRATES AND ASSOCIATED MATERIALS FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
The abstract describes substrates and associated materials for additive manufacturing, including a device for manufacturing objects from a curable material.
- The substrate is designed to support the curable material during the additive manufacturing process.
- The substrate may be partially transparent to a curing energy wavelength, aiding in the curing process.
- It consists of a first layer with a material that prevents adhesion to the curable material.
- Additionally, it includes a second layer with a material that offers increased mechanical strength or heat resistance compared to the first material.
Potential Applications: - Additive manufacturing processes in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, and healthcare. - Creating complex and customized objects with precise details and high-quality finishes.
Problems Solved: - Enhances the efficiency and accuracy of additive manufacturing processes. - Improves the quality and durability of manufactured objects.
Benefits: - Increased precision and control in the manufacturing of objects. - Enhanced mechanical strength and heat resistance in the final products.
Commercial Applications: - This technology can be utilized in industries requiring high-quality, customized parts with specific mechanical properties. - It can revolutionize the production of prototypes, spare parts, and specialized components.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the transparency of the substrate impact the curing process of the curable material? 2. What are the specific mechanical properties that the second layer material provides to the substrate?
Frequently Updated Research: - Stay updated on advancements in additive manufacturing technologies, especially those related to substrates and materials for improved manufacturing processes.
Original Abstract Submitted
substrates and associated materials for additive manufacturing are provided. in some embodiments, a device for manufacturing an object from a curable material includes a substrate configured to support the curable material during an additive manufacturing process. the substrate can be at least partially transparent to a wavelength of energy that cures the curable material. the substrate can include a first layer with a first material configured to inhibit adhesion to the curable material. the substrate can also include a second layer with a second material having one or more of increased mechanical strength or increased heat resistance relative to the first material.
