Relativity Space. has been granted a patent for a method of 3D printing that involves partitioning a digital model into slices and segments. The process includes user-defined printing configurations and generates instructions for a print head, optimizing the order of segment printing based on specified parameters. GlobalData’s report on Relativity Space gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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3d object printing method and system
The patent US12059845B2 outlines a method for printing three-dimensional objects using a systematic approach to manage the printing process. The method begins with receiving a digital model of the object, which is then partitioned into multiple segments and slices. Users can input specific parameters to define the printing configuration for these segments. A critical aspect of the method is the determination of the order in which segments are printed. This involves selecting start points based on the status of previously printed segments and optimizing the sequence to enhance efficiency. The process continues until all segments are printed, with the generation of printing instructions tailored to the specified parameters.
Additionally, the patent details various features that can enhance the printing process. These include the selection of fill patterns for the toolpath, such as lines or concentric patterns, and strategies to minimize heat generation, lifting operations, and tool or material changes during printing. The method also describes a specific technique for melting feedstock by directing electrical current, allowing for precise deposition of material to build the three-dimensional object layer by layer. Overall, the claims present a comprehensive framework aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of three-dimensional printing technologies.
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