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Years Active: 2025
Title: Gregory Richard Hayes: Innovator in Additive Manufacturing
Introduction
Gregory Richard Hayes is an inventor based in Novi, MI (US). He currently works at Eos of North America, Inc. Despite having no granted patents, he is actively involved in the field of additive manufacturing. His work focuses on innovative systems that utilize light valve devices for advanced manufacturing processes.
Latest Patent Applications
Gregory has submitted several patent applications, including one titled "Additive Manufacture System Using Light Valve Device." This application describes a system where an object build area is exposed to a radiation beam, such as a laser light source. The beam is processed and controlled through a grating light valve or valves, or a planar light valve. This technology allows for the melting, sintering, fusing, or curing of predetermined portions of the build area, corresponding to individually controlled pixels. The system also includes rapid movement and positioning of the resulting light valve application output array on the build area. Additionally, the light valve arrangement is designed to heat an entire powder bed or targeted areas of the bed to just below melting temperature.
Conclusion
Gregory Richard Hayes is a notable figure in the field of additive manufacturing, contributing innovative ideas and applications that push the boundaries of technology. His work at Eos of North America, Inc. showcases his commitment to advancing manufacturing processes through cutting-edge inventions.
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