Structo Pte Ltd (20240342990). ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING DEVICE AND METHOD simplified abstract

ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING DEVICE AND METHOD

Organization Name

Structo Pte Ltd

Inventor(s)

Hubertus Theodorus Petrus Van Esbroeck of Singapore (SG)

Shanmugam Muruga Palaniappan of Singapore (SG)

Devansh Sharma of Singapore (SG)

Siu Hon Lam of Singapore (SG)

Kah Fai Chin of Singapore (SG)

Yong Chuan Randall Sie of Singapore (SG)

ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING DEVICE AND METHOD - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240342990 titled 'ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING DEVICE AND METHOD

The abstract describes an additive manufacturing device that includes a vessel for holding a polymerizable material, a build platform with a movable build surface, and a programmable radiation module with individually addressable radiation elements to create a predetermined pattern for curing the material without magnification.

• The device includes a vessel for polymerizable material, a movable build platform, and a programmable radiation module with individually addressable elements.
• The radiation module can create a predetermined pattern for curing the material without magnification.
• The device allows for precise and customizable curing of materials in additive manufacturing processes.
• The programmable nature of the radiation module enhances the efficiency and accuracy of the additive manufacturing process.
• The device enables the creation of complex structures with high precision and detail.

Potential Applications: - 3D printing of intricate and customized objects - Prototyping and rapid manufacturing in various industries - Bioprinting for tissue engineering and medical applications

Problems Solved: - Lack of precision and control in traditional additive manufacturing processes - Limited ability to create complex and detailed structures - Inefficient curing methods leading to material waste

Benefits: - Enhanced precision and customization in additive manufacturing - Improved efficiency and accuracy in material curing - Ability to create intricate and detailed structures with ease

Commercial Applications: Title: Programmable Additive Manufacturing Device for Precision 3D Printing This technology can be used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods for prototyping, customization, and rapid manufacturing purposes.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the programmable radiation module improve the additive manufacturing process? - The programmable radiation module allows for precise and customizable curing of materials, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of the additive manufacturing process. 2. What are the potential applications of this additive manufacturing device in the healthcare industry? - The device can be used for bioprinting applications in tissue engineering and medical research, enabling the creation of complex and customized structures for various medical purposes.

Original Abstract Submitted

disclosed is an additive manufacturing device, comprising: a vessel for containing a material which is polymerisable on exposure to radiation; a build platform having a build surface, the build platform being mounted or mountable for movement relative to the vessel; and a programmable radiation module comprising an array of individually addressable radiation emitting or transmitting elements, the array being configurable to produce radiation having a predetermined pattern by selective activation of elements of the array; wherein the programmable radiation module is positioned or positionable to irradiate uncured material adjacent the build surface, or adjacent a previously cured structure on the build surface, with the predetermined pattern without magnification. also disclosed is an additive manufacturing method which employs the additive manufacturing device.