UT-Battelle, LLC (20240208870). SLURRY MIXTURES FOR 3-D SLURRY EXTRUSION OF ARTIFACTS simplified abstract

SLURRY MIXTURES FOR 3-D SLURRY EXTRUSION OF ARTIFACTS

Organization Name

UT-Battelle, LLC

Inventor(s)

James W. Klett of Oak Ridge TN (US)

Amelia M. Elliott of Oak Ridge TN (US)

SLURRY MIXTURES FOR 3-D SLURRY EXTRUSION OF ARTIFACTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240208870 titled 'SLURRY MIXTURES FOR 3-D SLURRY EXTRUSION OF ARTIFACTS

The abstract describes a slurry composition for additive manufacturing, consisting of a carrier with a viscosity of at least 0.001 cp and a material selected from metal-containing, ceramic-containing, inorganic carbon-containing, and silica-containing materials.

• The slurry composition is designed for use in additive manufacturing processes.
• The carrier has a viscosity of at least 0.001 cp, allowing it to flow through a nozzle.
• The material in the composition can be a metal-containing, ceramic-containing, inorganic carbon-containing, or silica-containing material.
• The composition enables the formation of articles through additive manufacturing techniques.
• The combination of carrier and material allows for precise and controlled deposition of layers during the manufacturing process.

Potential Applications: - Additive manufacturing in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, and healthcare. - Production of complex and customized parts with high precision and accuracy.

Problems Solved: - Enables the creation of intricate and detailed articles through additive manufacturing. - Provides a versatile slurry composition suitable for a range of materials and applications.

Benefits: - Enhanced control and precision in additive manufacturing processes. - Increased efficiency and accuracy in creating complex geometries. - Versatility in material selection for different applications.

Commercial Applications: - Additive manufacturing of aerospace components. - Customized medical implants production. - Prototyping and rapid manufacturing in various industries.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the viscosity of the carrier impact the additive manufacturing process? 2. What are the advantages of using a slurry composition for additive manufacturing compared to traditional methods?

Frequently Updated Research: - Stay updated on advancements in additive manufacturing techniques using slurry compositions. - Explore new materials and applications for additive manufacturing processes.

Original Abstract Submitted

a slurry composition for forming an article using additive manufacturing is provided. the slurry composition comprises a carrier having a viscosity of at least 0.001 cp at normal temperature and pressure. the carrier is adapted to be flowable through a nozzle. the slurry composition further comprises a material selected from the group of a metal-containing material, a ceramic-containing material, an inorganic carbon-containing material, a silica-containing material, and combinations thereof.