DOE OSTI · 1805395
Devices and methods for additive manufacturing using flexible filaments
Abstract
A method of fabricating (printing) parts utilizing flexible filaments includes anchoring a portion of a flexible filament to a substrate. A length of flexible filament is extended over the substrate while the flexible filament is in tension to thereby avoid buckling of the flexible filament. The flexible filament may comprise a thermoplastic material and fibers or other reinforcing materials whereby composite 3D parts can be fabricated.
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Gardner, John M., Stelter, Christopher J., Fotion, Katherine A., Kim, Jae-Woo, Sauti, Godfrey, Siochi, Emilie J.. 2021-01-19. Devices and methods for additive manufacturing using flexible filaments. https://www.osti.gov/biblio/1805395
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