公开(公告)号：US20170058509A1

公开(公告)日：2017-03-02

申请号：US14843341

申请日：2015-09-02

Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.

Inventor： James L. Babin ,  John Sherman ,  Stephen J. Pierz ,  Christopher M. Sketch ,  Joseph M. Spanier ,  Andrew D. Meinert ,  Todd D. Crawford ,  Matthew T. West

IPC: E04B1/61 ,  E04B5/44 ,  E04B1/344 ,  E04B2/84

CPC classification number: E04B1/61 ,  B33Y10/00 ,  B33Y80/00 ,  E04B1/344 ,  E04B1/3505 ,  E04B1/355 ,  E04B2/84 ,  E04B2001/6195

Abstract: A structure is provided. The structure includes a first component disposed in the first plane. The structure also includes a second component extending from the first component and disposed in a second plane. The second plane is inclined at an angle with respect to the first plane. Each of the first component and the second component are constructed by forming layers parallel to each other using an additive manufacturing process.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种结构。 该结构包括设置在第一平面中的第一部件。 该结构还包括从第一部件延伸并设置在第二平面中的第二部件。 第二平面相对于第一平面倾斜一定角度。 第一部件和第二部件中的每个通过使用添加剂制造工艺形成彼此平行的层来构造。

公开(公告)号：US20160259324A1

公开(公告)日：2016-09-08

申请号：US14639239

申请日：2015-03-05

Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.

Inventor： Christopher M. Sketch ,  Joseph M. Spanier ,  Todd D. Crawford ,  Andrew D. Meinert ,  Stephen J. Pierz ,  James L. Babin ,  John A. Sherman

IPC: G05B19/4099

CPC classification number: G05B19/4099 ,  G05B2219/49013 ,  G05B2219/49023

Abstract: A method of guiding deposition of a material to form a Three Dimensional (3D) structure is disclosed. The method includes generating a tool path based on a digital model of the 3D structure via a controller and communicating the tool path to a guiding device. The method further includes generating a guiding path on a work surface via the guiding device based on the tool path and depositing the material along the guiding path via a tool member.

Abstract translation: 公开了引导材料沉积以形成三维（3D）结构的方法。 该方法包括经由控制器生成基于3D结构的数字模型的工具路径，并将工具路径传送到引导装置。 该方法还包括基于工具路径经由引导装置在工作表面上产生引导路径，并且经由工具构件沿着引导路径沉积材料。

公开(公告)号：US20150192919A1

公开(公告)日：2015-07-09

申请号：US14666341

申请日：2015-03-24

Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.

Inventor： Christopher M. Sketch ,  Andrew D. Meinert ,  Joshua D. Webb ,  John Sherman ,  James L. Babin ,  Todd D. Crawford ,  Stephen J. Pierz ,  Joseph Spanier

IPC: G05B19/18

CPC classification number: G05B19/182 ,  B29C64/40 ,  G05B2219/49023

Abstract: A method for three dimensional printing of a large sized object is provided. The method includes creating a three dimensional model associated with the object to be printed and analyzing a geometry of the three dimensional model. The method also includes placing seams on a deflated support member to form pathways on the support member such that the pathways are formed based on the analyzed geometry of the three dimensional model. The method further includes introducing a pressurized fluid into the pathways and further inflating the support member to conform to the analyzed geometry. The inflation is done to a predetermined pressurized geometry associated with the support member. The method also includes supporting the three dimensional printing of the object by the inflated support member. The inflated support member is configured to prevent at least one of an overhanging or a collapse of materials of the object prior to solidification.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于大尺寸物体的三维打印的方法。 该方法包括创建与要打印的对象相关联的三维模型并分析三维模型的几何。 该方法还包括将接缝放置在放气的支撑构件上以在支撑构件上形成路径，使得基于所分析的三维模型的几何形状形成路径。 所述方法还包括将加压流体引入所述通道并使所述支撑构件进一步膨胀以符合分析的几何形状。 膨胀进行到与支撑构件相关联的预定加压几何形状。 该方法还包括通过膨胀的支撑构件支撑物体的三维打印。 膨胀的支撑构件被构造成防止在凝固之前物体的材料的悬垂或塌陷中的至少一个。

公开(公告)号：US09752336B2

公开(公告)日：2017-09-05

申请号：US15019488

申请日：2016-02-09

Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.

Inventor： Andrew D. Meinert

IPC: E04G21/04 ,  G05D3/12 ,  B33Y30/00 ,  B33Y50/02

CPC classification number: E04G21/0463 ,  B25J5/06 ,  B25J9/00 ,  B25J9/04 ,  B25J13/089 ,  B33Y30/00 ,  B33Y50/02 ,  E02F9/20 ,  E04G21/0436 ,  G05B19/402 ,  G05D3/12

Abstract: A control system for an implement associated with a machine, the machine operating on a work surface lying in a surface plane, is disclosed. The system includes a base plate attached to the machine, the base plate establishing a plate plane and the orientation of the plate plane alters with changes in orientation of the base plate. The system may further include an orientation leveling system which includes an orientation sensor, one or more plate actuators for altering orientation of the base plate, and an electronic controller. The electronic controller is configured to determine if the plate plane is substantially parallel with the surface plane and actuate the one or more actuators to alter orientation of the base plate to position the base plate such that the plate plane is substantially parallel with the surface plane, if the plate plane is not substantially parallel with the surface plane.

公开(公告)号：US20170226758A1

公开(公告)日：2017-08-10

申请号：US15019488

申请日：2016-02-09

Applicant: Caterpillar Inc.

Inventor： Andrew D. Meinert

IPC: E04G21/04 ,  G05D3/12

CPC classification number: E04G21/0463 ,  B25J5/06 ,  B25J9/00 ,  B25J9/04 ,  B25J13/089 ,  B33Y30/00 ,  B33Y50/02 ,  E02F9/20 ,  E04G21/0436 ,  G05B19/402 ,  G05D3/12

Abstract: A control system for an implement associated with a machine, the machine operating on a work surface lying in a surface plane, is disclosed. The system includes a base plate attached to the machine, the base plate establishing a plate plane and the orientation of the plate plane alters with changes in orientation of the base plate. The system may further include an orientation leveling system which includes an orientation sensor, one or more plate actuators for altering orientation of the base plate, and an electronic controller. The electronic controller is configured to determine if the plate plane is substantially parallel with the surface plane and actuate the one or more actuators to alter orientation of the base plate to position the base plate such that the plate plane is substantially parallel with the surface plane, if the plate plane is not substantially parallel with the surface plane.