Relativity Space, Inc. (20240307969). Additive Manufacturing Using Multiple Metallic Materials simplified abstract
Additive Manufacturing Using Multiple Metallic Materials
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
John Charles Fuller of Long Beach CA (US)
Kiley Versluys of Long Beach CA (US)
Konstantine Morakalis of Long Beach CA (US)
Nicholas Gloria of Long Beach CA (US)
Bishop Wright, Jr. of Long Beach CA (US)
Additive Manufacturing Using Multiple Metallic Materials - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240307969 titled 'Additive Manufacturing Using Multiple Metallic Materials
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes powder-based additive manufacturing processes for creating integral parts with multiple metallic materials in a single piece.
- Joining different metallic materials during printing
- Using a combination of different powder-based additive manufacturing processes
- Producing integral parts with the same process
- Creating single-piece integral parts with multiple metallic materials
Key Features and Innovation: - Integration of different metallic materials in a single-piece part - Utilization of powder-based additive manufacturing processes - Ability to join different materials during printing - Flexibility in material selection for integral parts - Potential for complex and customized designs
Potential Applications: - Aerospace industry for lightweight and high-strength components - Automotive sector for customized and durable parts - Medical field for patient-specific implants - Electronics industry for intricate and multi-material components - Tooling and machinery for complex and high-performance parts
Problems Solved: - Limitations in producing integral parts with multiple metallic materials - Challenges in joining different materials seamlessly - Constraints in creating complex and customized designs - Difficulties in manufacturing single-piece components with varied materials
Benefits: - Enhanced design flexibility and customization - Improved strength and durability of integral parts - Simplified manufacturing process for multi-material components - Cost-effective production of complex and customized designs - Potential for innovative and high-performance applications
Commercial Applications: Title: Multi-Material Additive Manufacturing for Integral Parts This technology can revolutionize the production of complex and customized components in various industries, leading to improved performance, cost-efficiency, and design flexibility. The market implications include increased demand for additive manufacturing services and the development of advanced multi-material products.
Questions about Multi-Material Additive Manufacturing: 1. How does this technology compare to traditional manufacturing methods for producing integral parts with multiple metallic materials? 2. What are the challenges in scaling up the production of integral parts using powder-based additive manufacturing processes?
Original Abstract Submitted
powder—based additive manufacturing processes for producing integral parts with multiple metallic materials are disclosed. the integral parts are printed as single pieces by joining different metallic materials together during printing. a combination of different powder-based additive manufacturing processes or the same process can be used to produce the integral part.
- Relativity Space, Inc.
- John Charles Fuller of Long Beach CA (US)
- Kiley Versluys of Long Beach CA (US)
- Konstantine Morakalis of Long Beach CA (US)
- Nicholas Gloria of Long Beach CA (US)
- Bishop Wright, Jr. of Long Beach CA (US)
- B22F12/80
- B22F10/36
- B22F10/38
- B22F10/60
- B22F10/85
- B22F12/90
- B33Y10/00
- B33Y30/00
- B33Y40/20
- B33Y50/02
- B33Y70/00
- B33Y80/00
- CPC B22F12/80