This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 published patent application. Top assignee: Ut-Battelle, Inc.. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Innovations of Jesse Heineman in Co-Extruded Printing
Introduction
Jesse Heineman is an accomplished inventor based in Knoxville, TN (US). He is known for his innovative contributions to the field of additive manufacturing, particularly in the area of co-extruded printing. His work focuses on enhancing the capabilities of large-format polymer additive manufacturing (LFPAM) through the integration of metallic wires within polymer structures.
Latest Patents
Heineman holds a patent for "Wire anchoring for co-extruded printing." This patent describes methods and apparatus for embedding metallic wires within polymer structures through co-extrusion printing. The process involves receiving user input for object and wire regions, performing Boolean operations on the meshes, generating printing paths, and determining an optimized order for printing. The LFPAM tool, equipped with a data processing apparatus, prints the object with embedded wire and anchors that support the wire ends. Additionally, the system may utilize a cutting tool to separate the anchors from the printed object. This innovation significantly improves wire alignment, support, and overall printing performance, thereby enhancing the properties of wire-embedded printed structures.
Career Highlights
Jesse Heineman is currently employed at UT-Battelle, Inc., where he continues to develop and refine his innovative techniques in additive manufacturing. His work has contributed to advancements in the field, making significant impacts on the efficiency and effectiveness of 3D printing technologies.
Collaborations
Heineman collaborates with Michael C. Borish, leveraging their combined expertise to push the boundaries of what is possible in additive manufacturing. Their partnership exemplifies the importance of teamwork in driving innovation forward.
Conclusion
Jesse Heineman's contributions to co-extruded printing represent a significant advancement in the field of additive manufacturing. His innovative methods for embedding wires within polymer structures enhance the performance and capabilities of 3D printing technologies.