KENNAMETAL INC. (20240286311). ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF simplified abstract
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ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF
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Paul D. Prichard of Greensburg PA (US)
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240286311 titled 'ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF
The method described in the abstract involves creating a sintered article by using additive manufacturing techniques to print a porous exterior from a powder composition. This porous exterior contains a loose powder component in its interior volume, which is then sintered along with the exterior to form the final sintered article with both interior and exterior sintered components.
- Additive manufacturing techniques are used to print a porous exterior from a powder composition.
- The porous exterior contains a loose powder component in its interior volume.
- The porous exterior and loose powder component are simultaneously sintered to create the final sintered article with sintered interior and exterior components.
Potential Applications: - This method can be used in the production of complex-shaped sintered articles with customized internal structures. - It can be applied in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical devices for manufacturing parts with specific porosity requirements.
Problems Solved: - Enables the production of sintered articles with intricate internal structures that are difficult to achieve using traditional manufacturing methods. - Provides a way to incorporate loose powder components into sintered articles during the manufacturing process.
Benefits: - Allows for the creation of sintered articles with tailored properties and functionalities. - Enhances the efficiency and precision of manufacturing complex-shaped sintered parts.
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Additive Manufacturing Method for Sintered Articles This technology can be utilized in industries requiring customized sintered parts with intricate internal structures, such as aerospace, automotive, and medical device manufacturing. The method offers a cost-effective and efficient way to produce complex-shaped sintered articles with specific porosity requirements.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this additive manufacturing method differ from traditional sintering processes? 2. What are the potential limitations or challenges associated with sintering loose powder components in the interior volume of a porous exterior during the manufacturing process?
Original Abstract Submitted
in one aspect, a method of making a sintered article comprises providing a composite article comprising a porous exterior printed from a powder composition via one or more additive manufacturing techniques, the porous exterior defining an interior volume and providing a loose powder component in the interior volume. the porous exterior and loose powder component are simultaneously sintered to provide the sintered article comprising a sintered interior and sintered exterior.
