DYZE DESIGN (20240351278). EXTRUDER HEAD ASSEMBLY FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING MACHINES simplified abstract
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EXTRUDER HEAD ASSEMBLY FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING MACHINES
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Inventor(s)
Philippe Carrier of Montreal (CA)
Maxence Gelinas-guy of Boucherville (CA)
Thomas Jasmin of Montreal (CA)
EXTRUDER HEAD ASSEMBLY FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING MACHINES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240351278 titled 'EXTRUDER HEAD ASSEMBLY FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING MACHINES
The abstract describes an extruder head assembly for an additive manufacturing machine, consisting of a melt zone component connected to a nozzle. The melt zone component is linked to a cold end component for filament heating, containing a heat source and an interior member with a passage, melt channel, and aperture for material flow. The nozzle receives heated filament from the passage and melt channel.
- Melt zone component with heat source and interior member
- Nozzle connected to melt zone for material extrusion
- Cold end component for filament heating
- Passage, melt channel, and aperture for material flow
- Efficient heating and extrusion of filament material
Potential Applications: - 3D printing and additive manufacturing - Prototyping and rapid manufacturing - Customized production of parts and components
Problems Solved: - Precise control of material flow and extrusion - Efficient heating and melting of filament - Consistent and reliable additive manufacturing process
Benefits: - Improved accuracy and quality of printed objects - Faster production times - Cost-effective manufacturing solutions
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Extruder Head Assembly for Additive Manufacturing Machines This technology can be used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods for rapid prototyping, customized part production, and small-scale manufacturing.
Questions about Extruder Head Assembly for Additive Manufacturing Machines: 1. How does the extruder head assembly improve the efficiency of additive manufacturing processes? The extruder head assembly enhances efficiency by providing precise control over material flow and extrusion, ensuring accurate and consistent printing of objects.
2. What are the key components of the extruder head assembly and how do they work together to achieve optimal results? The extruder head assembly consists of a melt zone component, a nozzle, and a cold end component. The melt zone component heats and melts the filament, which is then extruded through the nozzle for printing. These components work together seamlessly to ensure smooth and efficient additive manufacturing processes.
Original Abstract Submitted
an extruder head assembly, which is for an additive manufacturing machine, includes a melt zone component, and a nozzle operatively connected to the melt zone component. the melt zone component is operatively connected to a cold end component for receiving and heating filament. the melt zone component includes a heat source, and an interior member in thermal communication with the heat source. the interior member defines therein a passage, at least one melt channel, and at least one aperture fluidly connecting the passage to the at least one melt channel. the passage and the at least one melt channel are fluidly connected downstream from the at least one aperture, the nozzle being configured to receive heated filament material from the passage and the at least one melt channel.
