3D printing using rotational components and improved light sources

    公开(公告)号:US11141908B2

    公开(公告)日:2021-10-12

    申请号:US15877314

    申请日:2018-01-22

    申请人: Orange Maker, LLC

    摘要: Methods, devices and systems for efficient 3D printing that address conventional inefficiencies while utilizing a single compact device are set forth. Some embodiments utilize a circular-shaped build area revolving symmetrically around a single center point utilizing a continuous helical printing process. In some embodiments, vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) are utilized as an energy source for curing the print material. The VCSELs can be integrated with the print head and can form an array which can be staggered or linear. In some embodiments, the VCSELs (and the corresponding print head)can be connected to a rotating platform, which can rotate independently from the revolving build area. In some embodiments, a thermoelectric cooler and/or a fluid cooler can provide cooling to the VCSELS.

    3D PRINTING USING ROTATIONAL COMPONENTS AND IMPROVED LIGHT SOURCES

    公开(公告)号:US20220001598A1

    公开(公告)日:2022-01-06

    申请号:US17476319

    申请日:2021-09-15

    申请人: Orange Maker, LLC

    摘要: Methods, devices, and systems for efficient 3D printing are set forth. Some embodiments utilize a circular-shaped build area revolving symmetrically around a single center point utilizing a semi-continuous or continuous helical printing process. Polymerizable build material is fed in a controlled manner to a build region where it is irradiated to cause solidification of the build material so as to provide a polymerization gradient zone comprising liquid polymerizable material, partially cured polymerizable material and fully cured polymerized material. Polymerization inhibitors can be provided to retard polymerization in selected regions of the build. The method can also include delivery of supporting materials to aid in maintaining the 3D structure during the build process.

    3D printing using spiral buildup and high viscosity build materials

    公开(公告)号:US10150247B2

    公开(公告)日:2018-12-11

    申请号:US15877259

    申请日:2018-01-22

    申请人: ORANGE MAKER LLC

    发明人: Kurt Dudley

    摘要: A 3D printing system utilizes a circular-shaped build area revolving symmetrically around a single center point in a continuous helical printing process. A viscous, solidifyable liquid composition is deposited on a construction area where it is exposed to a solidifying medium to form a physical object that is attached to a build platform above and parallel to the construction zone. The build platform continuously rotates and simultaneously rises in a gradual programmed manner to continuously produce adhered layers of material deposited and bonded in a helical fashion. The construction area includes mechanisms to continuously remove therefrom excess build material not incorporated in the physical object formed.

    3D PRINTING USING ROTATIONAL COMPONENTS AND IMPROVED LIGHT SOURCES

    公开(公告)号:US20220001599A1

    公开(公告)日:2022-01-06

    申请号:US17476332

    申请日:2021-09-15

    申请人: Orange Maker, LLC

    摘要: Methods, devices and systems for efficient 3D printing using a single compact device are set forth. Some embodiments utilize a circular-shaped build area revolving symmetrically around a single center point utilizing a continuous helical printing process. Laser diodes or vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) are utilized as an energy source for curing the print material. The VCSELs can be integrated with the print head and can form an array which can be staggered or linear. In some embodiments, the VCSELs (and the corresponding print head) can be connected to a rotating platform, which can rotate independently from the revolving build area. In some embodiments, a thermoelectric cooler and/or a fluid cooler can provide cooling to the VCSELS.

    3D PRINTING USING ROTATIONAL COMPONENTS AND IMPROVED LIGHT SOURCES

    公开(公告)号:US20180215092A1

    公开(公告)日:2018-08-02

    申请号:US15877314

    申请日:2018-01-22

    申请人: ORANGE MAKER, LLC

    摘要: Methods, devices and systems for efficient 3D printing that address conventional inefficiencies while utilizing a single compact device are set forth. Some embodiments utilize a circular-shaped build area revolving symmetrically around a single center point utilizing a continuous helical printing process. In some embodiments, vertical-cavity surface-emitting lasers (VCSELs) are utilized as an energy source for curing the print material. The VCSELs can be integrated with the print head and can form an array which can be staggered or linear. In some embodiments, the VCSELs (and the corresponding print head)can be connected to a rotating platform, which can rotate independently from the revolving build area. In some embodiments, a thermoelectric cooler and/or a fluid cooler can provide cooling to the VCSELS.

    3D Printing Using Spiral Buildup
    8.
    发明申请
    3D Printing Using Spiral Buildup 有权
    使用螺旋积累的3D打印

    公开(公告)号:US20160214322A1

    公开(公告)日:2016-07-28

    申请号:US15088365

    申请日:2016-04-01

    申请人: ORANGE MAKER LLC

    发明人: Kurt Dudley

    IPC分类号: B29C67/00

    摘要: Methods, devices and systems for efficient 3D printing that address conventional inefficiencies while utilizing a single compact device are set forth. Some embodiments utilize a circular-shaped build area revolving symmetrically around a single center point utilizing a continuous helical printing process. In one embodiment a liquid photopolymer for solidification is deposited on a build platform to form the physical object The Build platform is continuously rotated and simultaneously raised in a gradual programmed manner. Focused from below the platform produces a single continuous “layer” of material deposited and bonded in a helical fashion.

    摘要翻译: 阐述了在利用单个紧凑装置的同时解决常规低效率的用于高效3D打印的方法,装置和系统。 一些实施例利用利用连续螺旋印刷方法围绕单个中心点对称地旋转的圆形构造区域。 在一个实施方案中,用于固化的液体光聚合物沉积在构建平台上以形成物理物体。构建平台连续旋转并且以逐渐编程的方式同时升高。 从平台下方聚焦产生以螺旋方式沉积和结合的材料的单个连续“层”。

    3D printing using spiral buildup
    10.
    发明授权

    公开(公告)号:US09937665B2

    公开(公告)日:2018-04-10

    申请号:US15088365

    申请日:2016-04-01

    申请人: ORANGE MAKER LLC

    发明人: Kurt Dudley

    IPC分类号: B29C67/00 B33Y10/00 B33Y30/00

    摘要: Methods, devices and systems for efficient 3D printing that address conventional inefficiencies while utilizing a single compact device are set forth. Some embodiments utilize a circular-shaped build area revolving symmetrically around a single center point utilizing a continuous helical printing process. In one embodiment a liquid photopolymer for solidification is deposited on a build platform to form the physical object The Build platform is continuously rotated and simultaneously raised in a gradual programmed manner. Focused from below the platform produces a single continuous “layer” of material deposited and bonded in a helical fashion.