18600268. METHODS FOR ERROR CORRECTION DURING ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING simplified abstract (Align Technology, Inc.)
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METHODS FOR ERROR CORRECTION DURING ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
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Viswanath Meenakshisundaram of Santa Clara CA (US)
METHODS FOR ERROR CORRECTION DURING ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18600268 titled 'METHODS FOR ERROR CORRECTION DURING ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes systems and methods for manufacturing objects using additive manufacturing processes and sensor data to detect and correct errors in the manufacturing process.
- Objects are manufactured based on digital representations using additive manufacturing.
- Sensor data is obtained to check for errors in the objects.
- If an error is detected, the digital representation is modified to remove the faulty object.
- The remaining objects are then manufactured based on the modified digital representation.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Utilizes additive manufacturing processes for object manufacturing.
- Incorporates sensor data to detect errors in the manufacturing process.
- Allows for real-time correction of errors by modifying digital representations.
- Enhances efficiency and accuracy in object manufacturing.
Potential Applications:
- 3D printing industry
- Manufacturing of complex objects
- Quality control in additive manufacturing processes
Problems Solved:
- Detection and correction of errors in object manufacturing
- Improving efficiency and accuracy in additive manufacturing processes
Benefits:
- Enhanced quality control
- Increased efficiency in manufacturing processes
- Real-time error correction capabilities
Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and healthcare for the manufacturing of complex and precise objects with high quality standards.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to additive manufacturing processes, sensor data integration, and error detection in manufacturing processes.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in additive manufacturing technologies, sensor integration in manufacturing, and quality control methods in the industry.
Questions about Additive Manufacturing: 1. How does sensor data improve the additive manufacturing process? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing real-time error correction in additive manufacturing?
Original Abstract Submitted
Systems and methods for manufacturing objects are provided herein. In some embodiments, a method includes: receiving a digital representation of a plurality of objects; forming a first portion of each object of the plurality of objects based on the digital representation, using an additive manufacturing process; obtaining sensor data of the first portion of each object; determining whether an error is present in the first portion of an object of the plurality of objects, based on the sensor data; in response to a determination that the error is present in the first portion of the object, modifying the digital representation to remove the object having the error; and forming a second portion of each remaining object of the plurality of objects based on the modified digital representation, using the additive manufacturing process.
