Textron Aviation Inc. (20240286356). Nozzle Scraper simplified abstract
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Nozzle Scraper
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Inventor(s)
Kyra Rubinstein of Wichita KS (US)
Ryan Binter of Wichita KS (US)
Nozzle Scraper - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240286356 titled 'Nozzle Scraper
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes an anti-ooze mechanism for 3D printers that covers the printer nozzles when not in use to prevent excess material from dripping onto the print.
- The mechanism includes a servo that moves a nozzle shield in front of and away from the nozzle during printing.
- This prevents oozing and dripping of material onto the print or printer bed.
- The servo can quickly move the nozzle shield to minimize the time the nozzle spends uncovered.
- The nozzle shield can also scrape off excess material from the nozzle head.
Potential Applications: 1. 3D printing industry 2. Manufacturing processes 3. Prototyping and product development
Problems Solved: 1. Prevents deformities in 3D prints caused by oozing nozzles 2. Minimizes material waste during printing 3. Improves print quality and accuracy
Benefits: 1. Enhanced print quality 2. Reduced material waste 3. Increased efficiency in 3D printing processes
Commercial Applications: The anti-ooze mechanism can be integrated into various 3D printers used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods manufacturing. This innovation can improve production efficiency and reduce material costs.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include patents or publications on nozzle shielding mechanisms in 3D printing.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in 3D printing technology, nozzle control systems, and additive manufacturing processes to enhance the anti-ooze mechanism.
Questions about 3D Printer Anti-Ooze Mechanism: 1. How does the anti-ooze mechanism improve the quality of 3D prints?
- The mechanism prevents excess material from dripping onto the print, resulting in cleaner and more accurate prints.
2. What industries can benefit from integrating the anti-ooze mechanism into their 3D printers?
- Industries such as manufacturing, prototyping, and product development can benefit from this technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
3d printers perform additive manufacturing by depositing heated material (commonly plastic) onto a surface from a printer nozzle. during a 3d print, nozzles may “ooze” excess material, leading to deformities in 3d prints. disclosed is an anti-ooze mechanism that covers up 3d printer nozzles when they are not being used. a servo moves a nozzle shield in front of and away from a nozzle while a 3d print is happening so that no ooze drips onto a 3d print or otherwise escapes from a printer nozzle onto the printer bed. moreover, the servo can move the nozzle shield quickly to minimize the amount of time that a nozzle spends uncovered, and the nozzle shield is also capable of “scraping off” excess material from the nozzle head.
