3D Object Support Structures TRIZ Cases

A molded FRP reinforcement integrated into the bumper fascia cuts weight and parts while preserving crash load transfer and recyclability.

Bending or micro-bending inside a dual-RIP fiber changes beam intensity profiles without free-space optics, cutting cost and complexity.

A sacrificial elastomer layer defines fuel-cell flow-guide ribs, enabling conductive ink deposition with simpler processing and better conductivity.

A rotating hollow shoulder plasticizes stationary feedstock by friction, enabling continuous, uniform layer deposition on flat or curved workpieces.

Internal cooling passageways and heat exchange structures control tool heat, extending lifetime while enabling large, complex metal parts.

Multiple docked print heads and filament modules automate FFF tool and material changes, cutting setup time and switch-related malfunctions.

Machine learning selects 3D print orientation and position to reduce stair stepping, sinks, and dimensional errors while easing operator setup.

A ring-shaped laser around the powder outlet improves directed energy deposition by reducing scattering and raising material usage efficiency.

Docked filament modules let one gantry auto-select print heads and filaments, cutting relay and cable complexity in FFF.

A cyclical pallet conveyor routes each object through different manufacturing devices over repeated cycles to cut sequential delays and improve utilization.

A high-melting ablative filler in a polymer binder supports complex DED geometries under laser heat, then removes with light force or solvent.

Purging residual melt before restart removes heat-denatured material in 3D printing and helps maintain shaped-object quality after long pauses.

Directed energy deposition fills angled regions with a second material, then enables immediate machining to improve bond strength and heat conduction.

Purging residual thermoplastic before restart removes denatured material, prevents nozzle clogging, and keeps 3D shaped object quality consistent.

A single moving spindle head combines additive deposition and cutting to shrink machine size and simplify control in hybrid machining.

Encoded pallet instructions route each object through different manufacturing devices in repeated cycles, reducing delays and idle time.

A coaxial powder outlet inside a ring-shaped laser beam improves directed energy deposition efficiency while reducing scatter and waste.

Variable curing beam width adapts to layer geometry and material mix, improving vertical wall formation and reducing nozzle occlusion.

Pressure feedback synchronizes the extruder screw and gear pump to keep thermoplastic bead size stable during variable-speed 3D printing.

Pressure-controlled FDM with PEEK limits under- and over-extrusion to cut porosity, improve Z-direction strength, and achieve leak-tight parts.

A thermally insulating piston blocks heat from molten metal to the transducer while enabling droplet ejection and metal-polymer additive printing.

A compliant non-woven energy director improves contact and heat distribution in ultrasonic welding of thermoplastic composite parts.

An elastic nozzle clamped into a symmetric outlet shape adjusts resin flow without part replacement, reducing adhesion-related maintenance.

A crosslinked polysiloxane gel embeds high filler loading to deliver 6.0 W/m·K heat transfer without cracking or vertical fall.

Nozzle temperature shifts selectively melt core-shell FDM filaments to vary color, reflectivity, and transmission from a single print head.

Twin-screw extrusion with an inverted temperature profile and devolatization turns slow-crystallizing PDS resin fines into uniform pellets.

Twist-controlled continuous fiber deposition matches path direction to Z- or S-twist, preserving fiber spread and layer adhesion in curved 3D prints.

Buoyancy and a contact roller flatten and cure ink on a liquid surface, eliminating support removal time, waste, and overhang defects.

Integrated roll-nip perforation forms thermoplastic film in one extrusion step, cutting waste, handling, and secondary processing.

Coordinated extruder and servo-pump speed control stabilizes flow and temperature in 3D printing, keeping bead size consistent through corners and arcs.

Larger dual-driven hobs raise filament feed force in FDM print heads while reducing scoring, warping, lag, and jamming at higher extrusion rates.

Double-headed cavities filled vertically with filament form in-process rivets that strengthen layer bonding and reduce delamination.

A rotatable print head twists continuous reinforcement during curved deposition to reduce buildup, voids, and uneven layer height.

Camera-guided defect detection melts and scrapes faulty 3D print layers, enabling print recovery, material re-use, and less waste.

Expandable channel seals and external tool bays let tools change above the build chamber without releasing heat or process gases.

A spittoon, vacuum knife, and non-contact wash assembly clean 3D printer nozzle plates during printing to prevent fouling and blockages.

Electric current or sound feedback tunes piezo nozzle voltage profiles to avoid elongated, spray, and satellite drops in printing.

A dual strand extruder and injector feeds 30-40 AWG strands without matrix curing, enabling bare leads and between-layer embedding.

Vibrated liquid and granular solids scrub severe print head deposits mechanically, clearing clogged nozzles without filling the fluid system with chemicals.

Selective jetting of a miscible solid tunes ductility by voxel, enabling gradient mechanical properties without changing the base build material.

A single optical sensor uses reflection and transmission paths to detect FDM print anomalies early while reducing sensor count, cost, and space.

Heated curable fluoropolymer filament enables 3D printing of soft elastomers with less buckling, stronger layer bonding, and delayed curing.

Asynchronous ring-buffer loading lets 3D shaping start quickly while new shaping data continues loading during printing.

Slice-based clear ink timing and placement keeps 3D printed layers uniform while reducing ink waste and surface damage.

Successive heated nozzles reshape pre-impregnated UD tape into round or polygonal composite filaments with low voids and better 3D printing flexibility.

Servo-controlled pump and screw coordination keeps thermoplastic flow stable through corners and speed changes, preserving bead size and print quality.

Integrating embossing and nip rolls into extrusion forms perforated thermoplastic film in one step, cutting waste, time, and secondary processing.

A cycloaliphatic polyamide filament raises Tg while keeping printable melting behavior, reducing moisture uptake for durable 3D parts.

Electrical current or sound feedback lets a piezo print nozzle auto-select a voltage profile for precise droplet shape with less tuning time and energy.

Liquid coolant and a helical cold end keep 3D printing material below its melting point, reducing degradation and nozzle choking at high temperatures.

Adaptive nozzle retraction before same-layer restart avoids contact with printed layers, improving 3D shaping accuracy and movement efficiency.

Localized heating and bending let a rigid composite tool change contour while preserving vacuum integrity for precise composite forming.

A 3D object manufacturing method processes media layers in a common reference plane using integrated cutting and printing operations.