International Business Machines Corporation (20240208154). CONTINUOUS 3D PRINTING WITH CONVEYOR BELT simplified abstract
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CONTINUOUS 3D PRINTING WITH CONVEYOR BELT
Organization Name
International Business Machines Corporation
Inventor(s)
Mauro Marzorati of Lutz FL (US)
Faith Opiyo of Nieuw Vennep (NL)
Jeremy R. Fox of Georgetown TX (US)
CONTINUOUS 3D PRINTING WITH CONVEYOR BELT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240208154 titled 'CONTINUOUS 3D PRINTING WITH CONVEYOR BELT
- Simplified Explanation:**
The patent application describes a system and methods for continuous 3D printing of objects on a conveyor belt with stabilizers. The stabilizers support the object being printed, allowing for efficient manufacturing.
- Key Features and Innovation:**
- Continuous 3D printing on a conveyor belt with stabilizers
- Printing of objects in components
- Use of primary and secondary materials for printing
- Coordination of printer head movement with conveyor belt
- Removal of stabilizers after printing is complete
- Potential Applications:**
This technology can be used in various industries such as manufacturing, prototyping, construction, and healthcare for creating customized 3D objects with support structures.
- Problems Solved:**
The system addresses the need for continuous 3D printing, efficient manufacturing processes, and the ability to print complex objects with support structures.
- Benefits:**
- Enhanced manufacturing efficiency
- Continuous printing capability
- Ability to print complex objects with support structures
- Customization options for various industries
- Commercial Applications:**
The technology can be applied in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and consumer goods for rapid prototyping, customized manufacturing, and production of complex parts.
- Questions about 3D Printing with Stabilizers:**
1. How does the system coordinate movement of the printer head with the conveyor belt? 2. What are the advantages of using stabilizers made from a secondary material in 3D printing?
Original Abstract Submitted
a disclosed system and methods provide enhanced, continuous 3d printing to manufacture 3d objects utilizing stabilizers supporting a 3d object being printed in components along a conveyor belt, enabling enhanced, efficient and effective manufacturing of 3d objects. a selected 3d object is printed from a primary material on supporting stabilizers, and the stabilizers are printed from a secondary material. the system coordinates movement of the printer head along the printing plane and the conveyor belt, creating an elongated printing surface along the conveyor belt for continuous 3d printing. upon completion, the 3d object with the supporting stabilizers exits the conveyor belt and the 3d object is removed from the stabilizers.
