Additive Manufacturing Systems for Diverse Industries

Publication ID: 24-11857735_0002_PTD
Published: October 28, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Additive Manufacturing Systems for Diverse Industries,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857735_0002_PTD, Published October 28, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857735_0002_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,735.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept leverages the core technology of the original patent to expand into new industries, including furniture, fashion, sports, music, and architecture, enabling the creation of customized products with unique properties.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent focused on additive manufacturing of medical devices, but the technology has broader applicability. The inventive concept addresses the limitations of traditional manufacturing methods in various industries, providing a solution for creating complex, customized products with specific properties.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept adapts the original patent's additive manufacturing system to accommodate diverse industries. The system comprises a filament feeding system capable of handling a wide range of materials and a 3D printing module adapted to create products with unique combinations of properties. The system can concurrently deposit filament materials at varying blend ratios, enabling the creation of customized products with tailored properties. For example, in the furniture industry, the system can create customized components with varying textures, colors, and shapes. Similarly, in the fashion industry, the system can produce bespoke accessories with unique combinations of properties.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The inventive concept introduces a new application of the original patent's technology, expanding into diverse industries and enabling the creation of customized products with unique properties. The novelty lies in the adaptation of the additive manufacturing system to accommodate various industries, as well as the ability to concurrently deposit filament materials at varying blend ratios.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include modifications to the filament feeding system, such as using different types of filament materials or incorporating additional processing steps. Variations could also include adapting the system for use in other industries, such as aerospace or automotive.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The inventive concept has significant commercial potential, enabling the creation of customized products with unique properties in various industries. The target markets include furniture, fashion, sports, music, and architecture, with potential applications in other industries as well. The system's ability to produce complex, customized products with specific properties could disrupt traditional manufacturing methods and create new opportunities for businesses and consumers alike.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61M25/0012
B B29 B29C64/118
B B29 B29C64/209
B B29 B29C64/295
B B29 B29C64/336
B B29 B29C64/393
B B33 B33Y10/00
B B33 B33Y30/00
B B33 B33Y40/00
B B33 B33Y50/02
B B33 B33Y80/00
A A61 A61N1/05
B B29 B29K2995/007
B B29 B29L2031/7542

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,735
TitleSystems and methods for manufacturing 3D printed medical devices
Assignee(s)Medtronic, Inc.