CPC B29C 64/118 (2017.08) [B29C 64/106 (2017.08); B29C 64/245 (2017.08); B29C 70/382 (2013.01); B33Y 10/00 (2014.12); B33Y 30/00 (2014.12); B33Y 50/02 (2014.12); B33Y 70/10 (2020.01); B29K 2279/085 (2013.01); B29K 2307/04 (2013.01)] | 15 Claims |
1. A system for printing a three-dimensional object, the system comprising:
at least one print head configured to receive a continuous fiber and at least partially encase the continuous fiber with a formation material to create a composite material;
at least one print bed comprising a printing surface onto which the composite material may be selectively applied to form a work piece; and
a movable arm with at least one mandrel positioned thereon for receiving the composite material and providing a form for shaping of the composite material into a selected shape on the print bed, and wherein the movable arm is in direct contact with the print bed.
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