3D Printing Device with Separation Mechanism for Multi-Material Use
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional three-dimensional printing devices are limited to producing objects made of a single material, and those capable of using multiple materials have complex structures and high costs.
Innovation Solution
A three-dimensional printing device with a separation mechanism and driving mechanism that allows for the use of multiple photocured materials, enabling the separation and repositioning of materials on a plane, and a projector to cure these materials, facilitating the creation of objects with varied materials.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional three-dimensional printing devices are used, then the structure is simple, but only single material can be used for printing
Solution Approach 1:
The device divides the material storage area into multiple independent material pools on the plane, each capable of holding different photocured materials. The separation mechanism segments the materials spatially, allowing the projector to selectively cure different materials in different regions without requiring complex multi-material delivery systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The plane serves multiple functions: it acts as both the material storage platform and the printing surface. The separation mechanism and driving mechanism work together to achieve both material positioning and printing functions using the same basic structure, avoiding the need for separate complex material handling systems.
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional three-dimensional printing devices with multiple materials are used, then multiple materials can be used, but the structure becomes complicated and cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The device merges the material storage function and the printing function into a single integrated system. The plane, separation mechanism, and driving mechanism are combined to create a unified structure that handles multiple materials and performs printing, eliminating the need for separate expensive material delivery and positioning systems.
Solution Approach 2:
The driving mechanism automatically positions the separation mechanism to bring different materials to the printing location as needed, without requiring manual intervention or complex external material handling equipment. The system serves itself by automatically managing material selection and positioning.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables the production of three-dimensional objects composed of multiple materials, such as different colors, with a simpler structure and lower costs compared to existing technologies.
Implementation Method 1
the photocured molding is the technology of curing a photocured material for molding by the irradiation from a beam
Data Source
AI summary
A three dimensional printing device includes a plane, a projector, a separation mechanism, and a driving mechanism. The plane is used to put a first photocured material and a second photocured material. The projector emits a light to cure the first photocured material and the second photocured material. The separation mechanism is disposed on the plane and used for separating the first photocured material and the second photocured material, and the driving mechanism drives the separation mechanism to change a location of the first photocured material on the plane.