MÜHLBAUER TECHNOLOGY GMBH (20240375363). METHOD FOR THE POST-TREATMENT OF PRINTED 3D OBJECTS simplified abstract
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METHOD FOR THE POST-TREATMENT OF PRINTED 3D OBJECTS
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Inventor(s)
Stephan Neffgen of Pinneberg (DE)
Sunhild C. Salmen of Hamburg (DE)
[[:Category:Jens Tr�ger of Hetlingen (DE)|Jens Tr�ger of Hetlingen (DE)]][[Category:Jens Tr�ger of Hetlingen (DE)]]
METHOD FOR THE POST-TREATMENT OF PRINTED 3D OBJECTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240375363 titled 'METHOD FOR THE POST-TREATMENT OF PRINTED 3D OBJECTS
The invention pertains to a method for post-treating 3D objects printed from a light-curing resin formulation. The post-treatment process involves exposing the object to a post-treatment liquid, removing excess liquid, and then irradiating the object with light for post-curing.
- Exposing the surface of the 3D object to a post-treatment liquid containing a light-curing resin formulation for a specified exposure time.
- Removing any remaining post-treatment liquid from the surface of the object.
- Irradiating the object with light to post-cure the resin used for printing and cure any post-treatment liquid that has penetrated cracks or pores on the object's surface.
Potential Applications: - Manufacturing of high-quality 3D printed objects with improved structural integrity. - Medical and dental industries for creating custom implants and prosthetics. - Aerospace and automotive sectors for producing lightweight and durable components.
Problems Solved: - Enhances the strength and durability of 3D printed objects. - Ensures thorough post-treatment for optimal performance. - Minimizes the risk of defects in printed objects.
Benefits: - Improved mechanical properties of 3D printed objects. - Enhanced surface finish and overall quality. - Increased reliability and longevity of printed parts.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Post-Treatment Method for 3D Printed Objects This technology can be utilized in various industries such as healthcare, aerospace, and manufacturing for producing high-quality and durable 3D printed components.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the post-treatment process improve the quality of 3D printed objects? - The post-treatment process enhances the structural integrity and surface finish of 3D printed objects by ensuring thorough curing of the resin formulation. 2. What are the potential cost savings associated with implementing this post-treatment method? - By improving the strength and durability of 3D printed objects, this method can reduce the need for frequent replacements and repairs, leading to cost savings in the long run.
Original Abstract Submitted
the invention relates to a method for the post-treatment of 3d objects () printed from a light-curing resin formulation. a 3d object () removed from a 3d printer is post-treated according to the following steps: a) exposing the surface () of the 3d object () to a post-treatment liquid () comprising a light-curing resin formulation for a prescribed exposure time, wherein the post-treatment liquid () and the exposure time are chosen such that the post-treatment liquid () can penetrate into a crack () or a pore () on the surface () of the 3d object within the exposure time as a result of capillarity; b) removing the post-treatment liquid () remaining on the surface of the 3d object (); and c) irradiating the 3d object () with light for post-curing the light-curing resin formulation used for the printing of the 3d object () and curing the post-treatment liquid () that has penetrated into cracks () and/or pores () on the surface () of the 3d object ().
