3D Weaving and Printing Integrated Structure Construction Equipment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current 3D printing technologies face limitations in combining additive manufacturing with traditional reinforcement materials to create strong and durable building structures, particularly due to the brittleness of existing 3D printing materials and the complexity of integrating reinforcement materials into the printing process.
Innovation Solution
A 3D weaving and printing integrated structure construction equipment that combines wire weaving with the printing matrix to form a strong and tough spatial structure, using a printing matrix material preparation device, extrusion device, wire pushing and spatial anchoring device, electromagnetic guided shuttle dropping device, locking device, and tensioning traction device to achieve multi-directional prestress tensioning and integration of high-strength wire reinforcement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If traditional reinforcement materials (steel bars) are combined with 3D printing materials, then the strength and durability of the structure is improved, but the construction process becomes complex and difficult to integrate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines 3D printing technology with spatial weaving technology into an integrated construction system. The printing matrix extrusion device and wire pushing/spatial anchoring device work simultaneously to embed reinforcement wires directly into the printing matrix during the printing process, eliminating the need for separate reinforcement installation steps and reducing construction complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary positioning and anchoring of reinforcement wires before the printing matrix is fully deposited. The wire pushing device pushes wires into predetermined positions, and the spatial anchoring device secures them in advance, allowing the printing matrix to be deposited around pre-positioned reinforcement elements.
2Productivity
If existing 3D printing materials are used, then the printing process is simple and rapid, but the materials are brittle with low strength
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a composite structure consisting of the printing matrix combined with embedded reinforcement wires. The printing matrix provides the base structure while the embedded wires contribute tensile strength and ductility, creating a composite material system that overcomes the brittleness of the printing matrix alone.
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies reinforcement wires at specific locations within the printing matrix where tensile stresses are expected. The spatial anchoring device positions wires strategically to provide local strengthening where needed, rather than uniformly reinforcing the entire structure.
3Reliability
If reinforcement materials are cut, bound, and positioned according to design, then the structural integrity is ensured, but the construction process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual or mechanical cutting, binding, and positioning operations with an automated digital control system. The control system coordinates the wire pushing device and spatial anchoring device to automatically position and secure reinforcement wires according to the design model, eliminating the need for manual measurement, cutting, and binding operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses the printing matrix deposition process itself to secure the reinforcement wires. As the printing matrix is extruded and deposited, it automatically encapsulates and secures the embedded wires, eliminating the need for separate binding or fixing operations.
4Strength
If carbon fiber reinforced nanocomposites are used, then the strength and temperature resistance are improved, but the cost becomes prohibitively high for building structures
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses conventional, cost-effective reinforcement wires instead of expensive carbon fiber materials. The system achieves structural strength through the combination of printing matrix and embedded wires at a much lower material cost, making the technology economically viable for building construction.
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the material selection parameters from high-performance but expensive materials (carbon fiber) to conventional but cost-effective materials (steel wires). The spatial weaving and embedding techniques compensate for the lower inherent material strength through optimized structural configuration and reinforcement placement.
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
This solution enhances the mechanical performance, fatigue resistance, and durability of the structure by simplifying construction processes, reducing material consumption, and enabling the creation of complex, large-scale structures with improved tensile and shear resistance, while integrating additive manufacturing and spatial weaving technologies for intelligent construction.
Implementation Method 1
A printing matrix extrusion device, having the functions of promoting extrusion and lamination molding, and printing a matrix
Implementation Method 2
An electromagnetic guided shuttle dropping device, weaving the rope wire/cable material along the longitude and latitude directions
Implementation Method 3
A tensioning traction device, performing spatial multi-directional prestress tensioning on the rope/wire/cable woven along the longitude and latitude directions
Data Source
AI summary
The present invention discloses a 3D weaving and printing integrated structure construction equipment including: a printing matrix material preparation device, processing the printing matrix raw materials and then delivering them to a printing matrix extrusion device; a printing matrix extrusion device, having the functions of promoting extrusion and lamination molding, and printing a matrix; a wire pushing and spatial anchoring device, using a nail-shooting to position and tow a rope/wire/cable for continuously weaving layer by layer stacking along the vertical direction; an electromagnetic guided shuttle dropping device, weaving the rope wire/cable material along the longitude and latitude directions; a locking device, positioning and fixing the rope/wire/cable woven along the longitude and latitude directions; a tensioning traction device, performing spatial multi-directional prestress tensioning on the rope/wire/cable woven along the longitude and latitude directions.