CEM TECH LLC (20240351281). HEATED EXTRUDER FOR 3D CONCRETE PRINTER simplified abstract
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HEATED EXTRUDER FOR 3D CONCRETE PRINTER
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Pierre Viaud-murat of Bloomfield Hills MI (US)
Frank Marquette of Troy AL (US)
Steve Santa Cruz of La Jolla CA (US)
Michael Taylor of Carlsbad CA (US)
Jason Martin of San Diego CA (US)
HEATED EXTRUDER FOR 3D CONCRETE PRINTER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240351281 titled 'HEATED EXTRUDER FOR 3D CONCRETE PRINTER
The abstract describes a heated extruder for 3D printing of a cementitious material, which includes a mixing and deposition nozzle with a hopper connected to a mixing tube, leading to a deposition tip. A heating element on the mixing tube's outer surface transfers heat to the interior, while an auger inside promotes mixing and pumping of the material for homogeneous heat distribution.
- The extruder is designed for 3D printing cementitious materials.
- It includes a mixing and deposition system with a hopper, mixing tube, and deposition tip.
- A heating element on the mixing tube's outer surface transfers heat to the interior.
- An auger inside the mixing tube aids in mixing and pumping the material.
- The system ensures a uniform distribution of heat throughout the cementitious material.
Potential Applications: - Construction industry for 3D printing structures - Architectural firms for creating complex designs - Research institutions for material experimentation
Problems Solved: - Ensures consistent heat distribution in cementitious materials - Facilitates precise 3D printing of structures - Enhances efficiency in material mixing and deposition
Benefits: - Improved quality and strength of printed structures - Increased accuracy in design realization - Time and cost savings in construction projects
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Heated Extruder for 3D Printing in Construction Industry This technology can revolutionize the construction sector by enabling precise and efficient 3D printing of cementitious materials for various applications, leading to faster project completion and enhanced structural integrity.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the heating element contribute to the extrusion process? The heating element on the mixing tube's outer surface transfers heat to the interior, ensuring a homogeneous distribution of heat throughout the cementitious material, improving printing quality. 2. What role does the auger play in the mixing and pumping process? The auger inside the mixing tube promotes mixing and pumping of the cementitious material, facilitating a uniform consistency for deposition in 3D printing.
Original Abstract Submitted
a heated extruder for 3d printing of a cementitious material can include a mixing and deposition nozzle including a hopper in communication with a mixing tube, where the mixing tube can be in communication with a deposition tip. a heating element can be disposed on an outside surface of the mixing tube and configured to transfer heat to an interior portion of the mixing tube. an auger including a flight having a perforation can be disposed within the mixing tube. the auger can be configured to promote mixing and pumping of the cementitious material through the mixing tube to provide a homogeneous distribution of heat throughout the cementitious material when the heating element transfers heat to the interior portion of the mixing tube.
