EOS GMBH ELECTRO OPTICAL SYSTEMS (20240336753). CHEMICAL TREATMENT OF COMPONENTS simplified abstract
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CHEMICAL TREATMENT OF COMPONENTS
Organization Name
EOS GMBH ELECTRO OPTICAL SYSTEMS
Inventor(s)
Verena Galitz of Krailling (DE)
Karl Freihart of Germering (DE)
Matthias Frosch of Bergtheim (DE)
CHEMICAL TREATMENT OF COMPONENTS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240336753 titled 'CHEMICAL TREATMENT OF COMPONENTS
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a method for treating objects produced by additive manufacturing processes, specifically those with surfaces made of polymers with high glass transition temperatures, using organic or inorganic solvents to improve surface smoothness and mechanical properties.
- Objects produced by additive manufacturing processes with high glass transition temperature polymer surfaces are treated with organic or inorganic solvents.
- Treatment improves surface smoothness and enhances mechanical properties of the objects.
- Three-dimensional objects produced using this method exhibit improved surface quality and mechanical performance.
- The use of solvents can reduce surface roughness, enhance mechanical properties, and improve chemical resistance of the objects.
Potential Applications: This technology can be applied in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and consumer goods where high-quality surface finish and mechanical properties are essential.
Problems Solved: The method addresses the challenge of improving the surface quality and mechanical properties of objects produced by additive manufacturing processes, particularly those with polymer surfaces with high glass transition temperatures.
Benefits: The treatment method results in smoother surfaces and enhanced mechanical properties of objects, leading to improved performance and durability in various applications.
Commercial Applications: This technology can be utilized in industries requiring high-performance parts with superior surface quality, such as aerospace for lightweight components, automotive for durable parts, and medical devices for biocompatible materials.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the treatment with organic or inorganic solvents improve the mechanical properties of objects produced by additive manufacturing processes? 2. What are the specific types of polymers with high glass transition temperatures that can benefit from this treatment method?
Original Abstract Submitted
disclosed is a method for treating objects produced by an additive manufacturing process which have at least one surface formed from a polymer with a glass transition temperature of at least 120� c., and preferably are formed from such a polymer, and in which the surface of the object is brought into contact with an organic or inorganic solvent. by such a treatment, the surface of the objects can be smoothed and relevant mechanical properties can be improved. further disclosed are three-dimensional objects produced according to such a method and to the use of organic or inorganic solvents to reduce the surface roughness and/or to improve the mechanical properties and/or the chemical resistance.
