DEVICE AND METHOD FOR SUPPORTING AN OBJECT DURING MANUFACTURING BY AN ADDITIVE PROCESS
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CARACOL SRL
- Filing Date
- 2023-06-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-27
AI Technical Summary
Existing additive manufacturing processes face challenges in anchoring and de-anchoring large, heavy components due to thermal deformations and require complex, costly solutions that involve significant forces, leading to sliding and wear, especially in FDM and FGF processes.
A support apparatus using a chain conveyor with articulated elongated elements and drive chains, featuring slots for anchoring and appendages, along with a reduction gear and heating elements, allows for easy anchoring and de-anchoring of large components, minimizing sliding and enabling efficient transfer.
The apparatus facilitates the anchoring and de-anchoring of large components with minimal sliding and wear, optimizing manufacturing times and enabling efficient article transfer.