Steelcase. has been granted a patent for a method of creating three-dimensional objects using a nozzle within a carbomer gel. The process involves mixing compounds, controlling flow via software, and solidifying material in the gel, which supports the material during deposition, resulting in a solid object. GlobalData’s report on Steelcase gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Method for 3d object creation using gel support
The patent US12042999B2 outlines a method for creating three-dimensional objects using a nozzle positioned within a carbomer gel. The process involves mixing at least two compounds as they are extruded through the nozzle, which is controlled pneumatically or electrically based on preprogrammed software. This software dictates the flow parameters, including pressure adjustments, while the nozzle's position is dynamically altered within the gel. The carbomer gel serves as a supportive medium, allowing the solidifying material to be deposited and suspended without causing damage. The solidifying material can include various substances such as polymers, rubbers, foams, metals, and epoxies, which are solidified through exposure to light, heat, or cooling.
Further claims detail the operational aspects of the method, including the use of a multi-axis machine to facilitate the nozzle's movement, the ability to vary the deposition rate of the solidifying material, and the potential for simultaneous movement across multiple axes. The nozzle can have various shapes to accommodate different deposition needs, and the solidifying material can be designed to co-polymerize. The carbomer gel is characterized by specific viscosity and density parameters, ensuring optimal support for the solidifying materials. Overall, this method presents a versatile approach to 3D object fabrication, leveraging the unique properties of carbomer gel and a controlled extrusion process.
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