RTX Corporation (20240227012). HYBRID BEARING FORGED FLANGE simplified abstract
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HYBRID BEARING FORGED FLANGE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Lawrence A. Binek of Glastonbury CT (US)
Christopher D. Ramsey of Glastonbury CT (US)
Benjamin G. Gardell of Bristol CT (US)
HYBRID BEARING FORGED FLANGE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240227012 titled 'HYBRID BEARING FORGED FLANGE
The method described in the patent application involves additive manufacturing of a component by building it up with a first uppermost layer and a foundation with a second uppermost layer below the first.
- Building up the component with a first uppermost layer and a foundation with a second uppermost layer
- Evacuating powder from around the component and foundation to expose the second uppermost layer
- Placing a forged flange on the second uppermost layer with an upper surface coplanar with the first uppermost layer
- Backfilling powder around the component and forged flange
- Completing the building up of the component by adding material on the forged flange
Potential Applications: - Aerospace industry for manufacturing components with complex geometries - Automotive industry for producing lightweight and durable parts - Medical field for creating customized implants
Problems Solved: - Allows for the creation of components with intricate designs - Enhances the strength and durability of manufactured parts - Enables the production of custom-made components
Benefits: - Improved efficiency in manufacturing processes - Reduction in material waste - Enhanced product performance and quality
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Additive Manufacturing Process for Complex Components This technology can be used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical for the production of high-quality, customized parts with intricate designs.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does this additive manufacturing method compare to traditional manufacturing processes? - This method offers greater design flexibility and the ability to create complex geometries that may not be achievable through traditional methods.
2. What are the cost implications of using this additive manufacturing process? - While initial setup costs may be higher, the efficiency and customization capabilities of this method can lead to long-term cost savings and improved product quality.
Original Abstract Submitted
a method of additive manufacturing of a component is provided and includes building up the component to have a first uppermost layer and a foundation to have a second uppermost layer below the first uppermost layer, evacuating powder from around the component and the foundation to expose the second uppermost layer, disposing, on the second uppermost layer, a forged flange having an upper surface coplanar with the first uppermost layer, backfilling powder about the component and the forged flange and completing a building up of the component by building up on the forged flange.
