Coating processes – Solid particles or fibers applied – Localized different areas produced
Patent
1990-06-21
1992-07-21
Pianalto, Bernard
Coating processes
Solid particles or fibers applied
Localized different areas produced
427359, 4273722, 427375, B05D 500
Patent
active
051321432
ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for selectively sintering a layer of powder to produce a part comprising a plurality of sintered layers. The apparatus includes a computer controlling a laser to direct the laser energy onto the powder to produce a sintered mass. The computer either determines or is programmed with the boundaries of the desired cross-sectional regions of the part. For each cross-section, the aim of the laser beam is scanned over a layer of powder and the beam is switched on to sinter only the powder within the boundaries of the cross-section. Powder is applied and successive layers sintered until a completed part is formed. Preferably, the powder dispensing mechanism includes a drum which is moved horizontally across the target area and counter-rotated to smooth and distribute the powder in an even layer across the target area. A downdraft system provides controlled temperature air flow through the target area to moderate powder temperature during sintering.
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Board of Regents , The University of Texas System
Pianalto Bernard
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