Howmedica Osteonics Corp. (20240342800). Implant Support Structure And Method Of Fabrication Of Implant Using The Same simplified abstract
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Implant Support Structure And Method Of Fabrication Of Implant Using The Same
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Heinrich George Crous of Cork (IE)
Implant Support Structure And Method Of Fabrication Of Implant Using The Same - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240342800 titled 'Implant Support Structure And Method Of Fabrication Of Implant Using The Same
The abstract of the patent application describes an in-process build assembly that includes a build structure, a support structure, and semi-sintered particles. The support structure surrounds a cross-section of the build structure without enclosing the entirety of it, and the semi-sintered particles are positioned between the build structure and the support structure. The assembly is fabricated using an additive manufacturing process, and either the build structure or the support structure (or both) can be moved after the process to position the cross-section of the build structure outside the support structure.
- The in-process build assembly consists of a build structure, a support structure, and semi-sintered particles.
- The support structure surrounds a cross-section of the build structure without enclosing the entire build structure.
- Semi-sintered particles are located between the build structure and the support structure.
- The assembly is created using an additive manufacturing process.
- The build structure or support structure (or both) can be repositioned after fabrication to place the cross-section of the build structure outside the support structure.
Potential Applications: - Additive manufacturing processes - Rapid prototyping - Customized manufacturing
Problems Solved: - Efficient support structure design - Enhanced build structure stability - Improved manufacturing flexibility
Benefits: - Reduced material waste - Enhanced build quality - Increased design freedom
Commercial Applications: Title: "Innovative Support Structure Design for Additive Manufacturing" This technology can be utilized in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical devices for efficient and precise manufacturing processes.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the use of semi-sintered particles contribute to the efficiency of the build assembly? 2. What are the potential challenges in moving the build or support structure after the additive manufacturing process?
Original Abstract Submitted
an in-process build assembly includes an in-process build structure, a support structure, and semi-sintered particles. the support structure supports the in-process build structure. the support structure surrounds a cross-section of the in-process build structure without surrounding an entirety of the in-process build structure. the semi-sintered particles are located between the in-process build structure and the support structure such that there is no direct attachment of the in-process build structure to the support structure. the in-process build assembly is fabricated by an additive manufacturing process. either one of or both the in-process build structure and the support structure are moved after the additive manufacturing process such that the cross-section of the in-process build structure is outside the support structure.
