TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITÄT BERLIN (20240375180). METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IN SITU DEBINDING AND SINTERING OF FILAMENT OR PASTE EXTRUSION ADDITIVE MANUFACTURED METAL OR CERAMIC PARTS simplified abstract
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IN SITU DEBINDING AND SINTERING OF FILAMENT OR PASTE EXTRUSION ADDITIVE MANUFACTURED METAL OR CERAMIC PARTS
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Manuel Ortega Varela De Seijas of Berlin (DE)
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IN SITU DEBINDING AND SINTERING OF FILAMENT OR PASTE EXTRUSION ADDITIVE MANUFACTURED METAL OR CERAMIC PARTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240375180 titled 'METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IN SITU DEBINDING AND SINTERING OF FILAMENT OR PASTE EXTRUSION ADDITIVE MANUFACTURED METAL OR CERAMIC PARTS
The present invention involves a method and apparatus for locally debinding and sintering three-dimensional dense objects created through additive manufacturing. The apparatus includes a build platform, at least one heater, an extruder, a monitoring unit, and a control unit.
- The extruder ejects building material in layers onto the build platform to form a build part.
- The heater heats the build part locally.
- The monitoring unit captures data related to the build part.
- The control unit manages the extruder and heater to control the ejection point and heating zone.
Potential Applications: - Manufacturing of complex and customized parts - Rapid prototyping in various industries - Production of high-quality metal components
Problems Solved: - Efficient debinding and sintering of 3D objects - Precise control over ejection and heating processes - Enhanced quality and consistency in additive manufacturing
Benefits: - Improved accuracy and detail in 3D printing - Cost-effective production of custom parts - Reduced production time for complex components
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Additive Manufacturing System for Precision Parts Production This technology can be utilized in aerospace, automotive, and medical industries for creating intricate and durable components with high precision.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior research on debinding and sintering techniques in additive manufacturing to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in additive manufacturing processes, debinding methods, and sintering technologies to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
Questions about Advanced Additive Manufacturing: 1. How does this technology improve the quality of 3D printed objects? - This technology enhances the accuracy and consistency of additive manufacturing processes, resulting in high-quality finished products. 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with using this advanced additive manufacturing system? - By streamlining the debinding and sintering processes, this system can reduce production costs and lead times for manufacturing custom parts.
Original Abstract Submitted
the present invention relates to a method and an apparatus to locally debind and sinter three dimensional dense objects produced by additive manufacturing. the apparatus, therefore, comprises a build platform, at least one heater, an extruder, a monitoring unit and a control unit. in this regard, the extruder is configured to eject building material in layers onto the build platform to form a build part. the heater is configured to heat the build part locally and the monitoring unit is configured to capture data relating the build part. in addition, the control unit is configured to control the extruder and the heater such that a defined ejection point can be driven by the extruder and a defined heating zone and/or heating point can be targeted by the heater.
