E3D-Online Limited (20240227293). LIQUEFIER ASSEMBLY simplified abstract
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LIQUEFIER ASSEMBLY
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Inventor(s)
Sanjay Mortimer of Chalgrove (GB)
Dylan Roberts of Chalgrove (GB)
Travis Williams of Chalgrove (GB)
LIQUEFIER ASSEMBLY - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240227293 titled 'LIQUEFIER ASSEMBLY
The invention is a liquefier assembly for an additive manufacturing system, consisting of a heat sink, a nozzle releasably connected to the heat sink, and a heater connected to the heat sink by a coil spring. The nozzle has a nozzle tip at one end, and the heater is positioned between the nozzle tip and the heat sink when connected, biased towards the nozzle tip and in thermal contact with the surface of the nozzle.
- The assembly includes a heat sink, a nozzle, and a heater connected by a coil spring.
- The nozzle has a tip at one end and is biased towards the tip when connected to the heat sink.
- The heater is in thermal contact with the surface of the nozzle.
- The design allows for efficient heating and melting of materials for additive manufacturing.
- The coil spring provides flexibility and thermal stability to the assembly.
Potential Applications: - Additive manufacturing processes - 3D printing technology - Industrial manufacturing applications
Problems Solved: - Efficient heating and melting of materials - Enhanced thermal stability and control - Improved performance in additive manufacturing processes
Benefits: - Increased efficiency in material melting - Enhanced thermal control and stability - Improved overall performance in additive manufacturing
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Liquefier Assembly for Additive Manufacturing Systems This technology can be used in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, and healthcare for rapid prototyping and production of complex parts.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to liquefier assemblies for additive manufacturing systems to understand the evolution of this technology.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on the latest advancements in additive manufacturing technologies and materials to enhance the performance of liquefier assemblies.
Questions about Liquefier Assemblies: 1. How does the coil spring contribute to the efficiency of the liquefier assembly? The coil spring provides flexibility and thermal stability, ensuring optimal performance during the additive manufacturing process.
2. What are the key advantages of having the heater biased towards the nozzle tip? Biasing the heater towards the nozzle tip allows for precise heating and melting of materials, improving the overall quality of the printed parts.
Original Abstract Submitted
the invention relates to a liquefier assembly () for an additive manufacturing system. the assembly () includes a heat sink (), a nozzle () releasably connected to the heat sink () and a heater () connected to the heat sink () by a coil spring (). the nozzle () has a nozzle tip () at one end and the heater () is between the nozzle tip () and the heat sink () when the nozzle () is connected to the heat sink () and is biased away from the heat sink (), toward the nozzle tip () and into thermal contact with a surface of the nozzle ().
