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Method of forming finished parts utilizing stereolithography technology

  • US 6,665,574 B2
  • Filed: 05/02/2001
  • Issued: 12/16/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 05/02/2001
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of forming a tool for performing a desired tooling task upon an unfinished part to form a finished part, the method comprising the steps of:

  • a) creating a computer model of the tool simulating a work surface configured to complement the finished part after manufacture of the finished part, the computer model of the tool corresponding to the unfinished part; and

    b) using the computer model to stereolithographically create the tool to engage and perform the desired tooling task upon the unfinished part to form the finished part engageable to the work surface without necessitating any substantial post-manufacture operation thereon.

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