Martlet3D provides additive manufacturing software that eliminates the need for breakaway support structures in 3D printing. Its proprietary TRACING technology generates self-supporting print paths by incrementing along model surfaces, resulting in smoother finishes and reduced post-processing.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional 3D printing workflows necessitate the generation and removal of breakaway support structures, which can compromise surface finish quality and increase post-processing time. This reliance on supports limits design freedom and can lead to print failures or aesthetic defects on shallow overhangs.
Solution
Martlet3D offers a novel additive manufacturing software that eliminates the need for breakaway supports by employing a proprietary TRACING technology. This method generates self-supporting print paths by incrementing along model surfaces rather than strictly along the Z-axis. This approach results in smoother surface finishes and can significantly reduce print times compared to conventional slicing methods. Users can upload 3D models and convert them directly into G-code optimized for this support-free printing process.
Target Audience
The primary users are individuals and businesses involved in 3D printing who seek to improve print quality and efficiency by eliminating the need for support structures.
Features
- TRACING technology for generating support-free print paths by incrementing along model surfaces.
- Produces smoother surface finishes by avoiding stair-stepping on shallow overhangs.
- Enables direct conversion of 3D models to optimized G-code.
- Potential for reduced print times compared to traditional slicing methods.