Velo3D, Inc. (20240253123). SKILLFULL ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING simplified abstract

SKILLFULL ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

Organization Name

Velo3D, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Abraham Saldivar Valdes of Menlo Park CA (US)

Joseph Andrew Tralongo of El Cajon CA (US)

Gregory Ferguson Brown of San Jose CA (US)

Benyamin Buller of Cupertino CA (US)

Erel Milshtein of Morgan Hill CA (US)

Tasso Lappas of Pasadena CA (US)

Thomas Brezoczky of Los Gatos CA (US)

Kimon Symeonidis of Easton PA (US)

Sherman Seelinger of Afton WY (US)

Rueben Mendelsberg of Hawthorne CA (US)

Daniel Christiansen of Mountain View CA (US)

Zachary Ryan Murphree of San Jose CA (US)

Alan Rick Lappen of Rio Rancho NM (US)

SKILLFULL ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240253123 titled 'SKILLFULL ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

The present disclosure introduces various apparatuses, systems, and methods for 3D printing, including a step and repeat energy irradiation process, controlling material characteristics and deformation, reducing deformation in printed objects, and planarizing material beds with non-contact material removal mechanisms.

• Step and repeat energy irradiation process for 3D printing
• Control of material characteristics and deformation in 3D objects
• Reduction of deformation in printed 3D objects
• Planarization of material beds using non-contact material removal mechanisms

Potential Applications: - Manufacturing of complex 3D objects - Prototyping and rapid product development - Customized medical implants and prosthetics

Problems Solved: - Addressing deformation issues in 3D printing - Improving surface quality of printed objects - Enhancing precision and accuracy in additive manufacturing processes

Benefits: - Increased efficiency in 3D printing - Improved quality and consistency of printed objects - Enhanced customization and design flexibility

Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced 3D Printing Technology for Precision Manufacturing Description: This technology can be utilized in industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods for producing high-quality, customized products with improved accuracy and efficiency.

Questions about 3D Printing Technology: 1. How does the step and repeat energy irradiation process improve the 3D printing quality? 2. What are the specific benefits of using non-contact material removal mechanisms in planarizing material beds?

Original Abstract Submitted

the present disclosure various apparatuses, and systems for 3d printing. the present disclosure provides three-dimensional (3d) printing methods, apparatuses, software, and systems for a step and repeat energy irradiation process; controlling material characteristics and/or deformation of the 3d object; reducing deformation in a printed 3d object; and planarizing a material bed including usage of a non-contact material removal mechanism.