Polymer casting method and apparatus

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2006-07-11

2006-07-11

McDowell, Suzanne E. (Department: 1732)

Plastic and nonmetallic article shaping or treating: processes

Laser ablative shaping or piercing

C264S482000, C264S494000, C264S219000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07074358

ABSTRACT:
Methods and materials used to make detailed cast objects are disclosed. The cast objects are formed in mold created from a photosensitive laminate. The mold is formed by selectively removing portions of the photosensitive laminate. The invention is particularly well suited to make thin molded articles, but can also be used to make thicker molded articles by using multiple photosensitive layers or laminates.

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