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US 2017/0246813 A1Published application
System and Method for Enabling the Partial Printing of a Device
OwnerAlberto Daniel Lacaze, Karl Murphyinventors
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Abstract
An apparatus and method for multi-stage printing teaches means for removing and replacing a printed component during the printing process and accurately placing the component in the printer for continuation of the printing process. This can be accomplished through the use of a scanner, probe machine, or scanning Additionally, the present invention teaches the use of heating means in combination with a 3D printer to overcome additional issues with multi-sage printing.
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A method for multi-stage 3D printing, comprising providing a computer for controlling a 3D printer;
- providing a 3D printer;
- providing a jig on the print surface of the 3D printer to locate the print surface and partially printed part during removal and re-insertion into the printer;
- printing a part in two or more stages;
- performing work on the partially printed part;
- and
- returning the partially printed part to the printer for additional printing.
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