Systems, devices, and methods for printing on three-dimensional objects

    公开(公告)号:US10551744B2

    公开(公告)日:2020-02-04

    申请号:US16423529

    申请日:2019-05-28

    Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for printing on surfaces of three-dimensional objects are provided. The systems, devices, and methods allow for images, and three-dimensional structures, to be printed onto a surface of a three-dimensional object. The surface of the three-dimensional object can have many different shapes, including an arbitrary or non-uniform shape having multiple curves. In one exemplary embodiment, the method includes associating a pattern of polygons with a surface of a three-dimensional object and then scaling a pattern of polygons associated with an image to be printed onto the surface with the pattern of polygons associated with the surface. One or more polygons of the scaled pattern of polygons are then progressively projected onto the surface, and a photosensitive material associated with the surface is cured to set projected image portion on the surface. Systems, devices, and other methods for printing onto surfaces of three-dimensional objects are also provided.

    Systems, devices, and methods for printing on three-dimensional objects

    公开(公告)号:US10345703B2

    公开(公告)日:2019-07-09

    申请号:US14953287

    申请日:2015-11-27

    Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for printing on surfaces of three-dimensional objects are provided. The systems, devices, and methods allow for images, and three-dimensional structures, to be printed onto a surface of a three-dimensional object. The surface of the three-dimensional object can have many different shapes, including an arbitrary or non-uniform shape having multiple curves. In one exemplary embodiment, the method includes associating a pattern of polygons with a surface of a three-dimensional object and then scaling a pattern of polygons associated with an image to be printed onto the surface with the pattern of polygons associated with the surface. One or more polygons of the scaled pattern of polygons are then progressively projected onto the surface, and a photosensitive material associated with the surface is cured to set projected image portion on the surface. Systems, devices, and other methods for printing onto surfaces of three-dimensional objects are also provided.

    Systems, devices, and methods for microfluidics using modular blocks

    公开(公告)号:US10343159B2

    公开(公告)日:2019-07-09

    申请号:US15475119

    申请日:2017-03-30

    Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to the creation and/or manipulation of microfluidic systems and methods that can be formed in pre-existing modular blocks. Microfluidic paths can be formed in one or more blocks, and when multiple blocks are used, the blocks can be used together to form a path across the blocks. The paths can be sealed to prevent fluid leakage. The modular blocks can be readily available blocks which can then be individually customized to achieve various microfluidic design goals. The paths can be formed in outer surfaces of the blocks and/or disposed through a volume of the blocks. The modular blocks can have a uniform design across various block types, making it easy to reconfigure systems and/or remove and replace blocks and other components of the system. Methods for constructing such systems, and using such systems, are also provided.

    Nanoliter pipetting device
    47.
    发明授权

    公开(公告)号:US10137444B2

    公开(公告)日:2018-11-27

    申请号:US15590131

    申请日:2017-05-09

    Abstract: Nanoliter pipette assembly. The assembly includes a housing containing a working fluid in a working fluid chamber therein and includes a moveable piston within the housing, the piston moveable by a linear actuation mechanism for contact with the working fluid. A tip portion is provided that includes a diaphragm deformable to engage an inner portion of the tip. It is preferred that the diaphragm have a projecting three-dimensional structure for direct contact with a liquid.

    Nanoporous Stamp For Flexographic Printing
    49.
    发明申请
    Nanoporous Stamp For Flexographic Printing 审中-公开
    用于柔版印刷的纳米彩印

    公开(公告)号:US20160152059A1

    公开(公告)日:2016-06-02

    申请号:US14951854

    申请日:2015-11-25

    Abstract: A nanoporous stamp for printing a variety of materials is disclosed. The nanoporous stamp may include a substrate and an array of carbon nanotubes disposed on and attached to the substrate. The array of carbon nanotubes can have an etched top surface and a wettable, nanoporous structure, and may include a coating thereon. The nanoporous stamp can be used in a variety of printing applications, and can print, among other things, colloidal and non-colloidal inks on a variety of substrates with a high degree of accuracy and fidelity.

    Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于印刷各种材料的纳米多孔印模。 纳米多孔印模可以包括衬底和布置在衬底上并附着到衬底上的碳纳米管阵列。 碳纳米管阵列可以具有蚀刻的顶表面和可润湿的纳米多孔结构,并且可以包括其上的涂层。 纳米多孔印模可以用于各种印刷应用中,并且可以以高精度和高保真度在各种基材上印刷胶体和非胶体油墨。

    NANOSTRUCTURE-REINFORCED COMPOSITE ARTICLES AND METHODS
    50.
    发明申请
    NANOSTRUCTURE-REINFORCED COMPOSITE ARTICLES AND METHODS 审中-公开
    纳米结构增强复合材料及方法

    公开(公告)号:US20130142987A1

    公开(公告)日:2013-06-06

    申请号:US13679371

    申请日:2012-11-16

    Abstract: The present invention provides methods for uniform growth of nanostructures such as nanotubes (e.g., carbon nanotubes) on the surface of a substrate, wherein the long axes of the nanostructures may be substantially aligned. The nanostructures may be further processed for use in various applications, such as composite materials. For example, a set of aligned nanostructures may be formed and transferred, either in bulk or to another surface, to another material to enhance the properties of the material. In some cases, the nanostructures may enhance the mechanical properties of a material, for example, providing mechanical reinforcement at an interface between two materials or plies. In some cases, the nanostructures may enhance thermal and/or electronic properties of a material. The present invention also provides systems and methods for growth of nanostructures, including batch processes and continuous processes.

    Abstract translation: 本发明提供了在衬底的表面上纳米结构例如纳米管(例如,碳纳米管)均匀生长的方法,其中纳米结构的长轴可以基本上对齐。 纳米结构可以进一步加工以用于各种应用中,例如复合材料。 例如,可以将一组对准的纳米结构体在本体或另一表面中形成并转移到另一种材料上以增强材料的性质。 在一些情况下,纳米结构可以增强材料的机械性能,例如在两个材料或层之间的界面处提供机械加强。 在一些情况下,纳米结构可以增强材料的热和/或电子性质。 本发明还提供用于生长纳米结构的系统和方法,包括间歇方法和连续方法。

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