General Electric Company (20240375183). PRINT HEADS FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING APPARATUSES simplified abstract
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PRINT HEADS FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING APPARATUSES
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
David Scott Simmermon of Felicity OH (US)
William Joseph Steele of Lawrenceburg IN (US)
Brian Thomas Thompson of Loveland OH (US)
PRINT HEADS FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING APPARATUSES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240375183 titled 'PRINT HEADS FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING APPARATUSES
The abstract describes print heads for an additive manufacturing apparatus that utilize laser beams to project a pattern for printing.
- The print heads consist of a housing, a projection element, and a consolidating optic.
- The projection element receives laser beams from a beam emitter and projects them in a pattern.
- The consolidating optic consolidates the pattern of laser beams into a consolidated pattern for printing.
Potential Applications: - Additive manufacturing processes - 3D printing technology - Industrial prototyping and production
Problems Solved: - Efficient and precise laser-based printing - Improved accuracy and consistency in additive manufacturing
Benefits: - Enhanced printing quality - Increased productivity in manufacturing processes - Cost-effective and sustainable production methods
Commercial Applications: Title: "Advanced Laser Print Heads for Additive Manufacturing" This technology can be used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical devices for rapid prototyping and production.
Prior Art: Researchers can explore patents related to laser-based additive manufacturing technologies and advancements in print head design.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest developments in laser printing technology, additive manufacturing processes, and advancements in 3D printing materials.
Questions about Laser Print Heads for Additive Manufacturing: 1. How do laser-based print heads improve the efficiency of additive manufacturing processes? 2. What are the key factors to consider when designing laser print heads for industrial applications?
Original Abstract Submitted
disclosed herein are print heads for an additive manufacturing apparatus. the print heads include a housing. a projection element is disposed within the housing and is configured to receive the one or more laser beams generated by a beam emitter and project a plurality of projected laser beams in a pattern. a consolidating optic is disposed within the housing and is located below the projection element. the consolidating optic is configured to consolidate the pattern of the plurality of projected laser beams into a consolidated pattern of projected laser beams.
