Apparatus and methods for handling materials in a 3-D printer

Details Apparatus and methods for handling materials in a 3-D printer Apparatus and methods for handling materials in a 3-D printer

2007-05-25

2010-11-09

Hopkins, Robert A (Department: 1797)

Fluent material handling, with receiver or receiver coacting mea

Filling or refilling of dispensers

C425S145000, C264S497000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07828022

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed towards methods and apparatus for handling powder in a 3D printer. The invention includes a means of transporting powder from multiple sources to a powder dispensing apparatus with minimal user intervention, thus reducing contamination of the 3D printer and surrounding area with loose powder, while also providing a means of improving the recycling of powder for re-use.

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