DIC Corporation (20240294755). FIBER-REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC RESIN FILAMENT AND OBJECT simplified abstract

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FIBER-REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC RESIN FILAMENT AND OBJECT

Organization Name

DIC Corporation

Inventor(s)

Koji Nakanishi of Chiba (JP)

Daisuke Ito of Tokyo (JP)

FIBER-REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC RESIN FILAMENT AND OBJECT - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240294755 titled 'FIBER-REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC RESIN FILAMENT AND OBJECT

The present invention offers a fiber-reinforced resin filament containing a thermoplastic resin, a fibrous reinforcing material, and an elastomer, suitable for 3D printing applications.

  • The fiber-reinforced resin filament has a fiber length of 3 to 9 mm and a fiber diameter of 5 to 20 µm.
  • The filament can be wound up and used in fused deposition modeling to create objects with suitable mechanical properties.
  • This innovation enhances the performance of thermoplastic resin filaments for 3D printing.

Potential Applications: - Manufacturing of complex and durable 3D printed objects - Aerospace and automotive industries for lightweight components - Medical field for custom prosthetics and implants

Problems Solved: - Enhances the mechanical properties of 3D printed objects - Allows for the creation of more intricate and functional designs

Benefits: - Improved strength and durability of 3D printed objects - Increased versatility in design capabilities - Cost-effective production of customized parts

Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Fiber-Reinforced Resin Filament for Advanced 3D Printing This technology can be utilized in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical sectors for the production of high-performance components.

Questions about Fiber-Reinforced Resin Filament: 1. How does the fiber length and diameter affect the performance of the filament?

  - The fiber length and diameter impact the strength and flexibility of the filament, influencing the mechanical properties of the printed objects.

2. What are the advantages of using an elastomer in the fiber-reinforced resin filament?

  - The elastomer enhances the filament's elasticity and impact resistance, improving the overall durability of the printed objects.


Original Abstract Submitted

the present invention provides a fiber-reinforced resin filament and an object, the fiber-reinforced resin filament containing a thermoplastic resin (a), a fibrous reinforcing material (b) having a fiber length of 3 to 9 mm and a fiber diameter of 5 to 20 �m, and an elastomer (c). the fiber-reinforced resin filament of the present invention provides a thermoplastic resin filament for 3d printing that can be wound up, and an object built by fused deposition modeling using this fiber-reinforced resin filament exhibits suitable mechanical properties. this finding has led to completion of the present invention.