International Business Machines Corporation (20240326339). INTEGRATION OF 3D PRINTED ASSISTANCE COMPONENTS WITH E-COMMERCE PURCHASES simplified abstract
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INTEGRATION OF 3D PRINTED ASSISTANCE COMPONENTS WITH E-COMMERCE PURCHASES
Organization Name
International Business Machines Corporation
Inventor(s)
Zachary A. Silverstein of Georgetown TX (US)
Logan Bailey of Atlanta GA (US)
Mauro Marzorati of Lutz FL (US)
INTEGRATION OF 3D PRINTED ASSISTANCE COMPONENTS WITH E-COMMERCE PURCHASES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240326339 titled 'INTEGRATION OF 3D PRINTED ASSISTANCE COMPONENTS WITH E-COMMERCE PURCHASES
- Simplified Explanation:**
This patent application describes a method for automatically printing a three-dimensional object to assist in repairing or replacing a currently owned product. The processor identifies components of the product to be repaired or replaced based on the user's purchase history, retrieves a 3D printing file for those components, and then prints them using a 3D printer.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Processor identifies components of a product to be repaired or replaced.
- Utilizes user purchase history to determine the need for replacement.
- Retrieves 3D printing files for identified components.
- Automatically prints components using a 3D printer.
- Potential Applications:**
This technology could be used in various industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, and home appliances for on-demand replacement parts printing.
- Problems Solved:**
This technology streamlines the process of repairing or replacing components of a product by automatically identifying and printing the necessary parts.
- Benefits:**
- Saves time and effort in sourcing replacement parts.
- Reduces the need for inventory of spare parts.
- Enables quick and customized repairs for owned products.
- Commercial Applications:**
Automated 3D printing for repair and replacement parts could revolutionize the aftermarket services industry, providing cost-effective solutions for consumers and manufacturers.
- Questions about 3D Printing for Repair and Replacement:**
1. How does this technology improve the efficiency of repairing owned products? 2. What are the potential cost savings for consumers and manufacturers with this automated 3D printing process?
Original Abstract Submitted
in an approach for automatically printing a three-dimensional object to assist in a repair or replacement of a currently owned product, a processor identifies one or more components of the currently owned product to be repaired or replaced with a new product in response to determining that a user has purchased the new product that the user intends to use to replace or repair the currently owned product with based on a purchase history of the user. a processor retrieves a 3d printing file associated with the one or more components. a processor automatically 3d prints the one or more components using the 3d printing file.
