Seiko epson corporation (20240326333). THREE-DIMENSIONAL SHAPING DEVICE simplified abstract
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THREE-DIMENSIONAL SHAPING DEVICE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Manabu Watanabe of SHIOJIRI-SHI (JP)
Akihiko Tsunoya of OKAYA-SHI (JP)
THREE-DIMENSIONAL SHAPING DEVICE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240326333 titled 'THREE-DIMENSIONAL SHAPING DEVICE
The patent application describes a three-dimensional shaping device with a stage that has a shaping surface formed with grooves, a discharge unit to supply shaping material, a moving mechanism to move the stage and discharge unit, and a control unit to control them.
- The control unit can form shaping lines in the grooves and floor layers that couple the shaping lines.
- The device can create intricate three-dimensional shapes by controlling the shaping process.
- The technology allows for precise and customizable shaping of materials.
- The device can be used for prototyping, manufacturing, and artistic purposes.
- It offers a versatile and efficient way to create complex three-dimensional objects.
Potential Applications: - Rapid prototyping in various industries - Customized manufacturing of intricate parts - Artistic sculpting and design projects
Problems Solved: - Difficulty in creating complex three-dimensional shapes manually - Lack of precision and repeatability in shaping processes - Time-consuming and labor-intensive shaping methods
Benefits: - Increased efficiency in shaping processes - Precision and accuracy in creating complex shapes - Customizable shaping options for different applications
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Three-Dimensional Shaping Device for Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing This technology can be used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and design studios for rapid prototyping, customized manufacturing, and artistic creations. The device offers a cost-effective and efficient solution for shaping various materials into intricate three-dimensional objects.
Questions about Three-Dimensional Shaping Device: 1. How does the control unit in the device ensure precision in shaping lines and floor layers? The control unit uses advanced algorithms to precisely control the movement of the stage and discharge unit, ensuring accurate formation of shaping lines and floor layers.
2. What materials can be used with this three-dimensional shaping device? The device is compatible with a wide range of shaping materials, including plastics, metals, and ceramics, making it versatile for different applications.
Original Abstract Submitted
a three-dimensional shaping device includes a stage having a shaping surface formed with a first, second, third, and fourth groove, a discharge unit configured to supply a shaping material to the shaping surface, a moving mechanism configured to relatively move the stage and the discharge unit, and a control unit configured to control the discharge unit and the moving mechanism. the control unit is configured to execute a control of forming a first shaping line in the first groove, a control of forming a second shaping line in the second groove, a control of forming a third shaping line in the third groove, a control of forming a fourth shaping line in the fourth groove, a control of forming a first floor layer that couples the first and second shaping lines, and a control of forming a second floor layer that couples the third and fourth shaping lines.
