The Solution of Future Space Transport-The Patent Analysis of 3DP Technology Application in Aerospace

摘要

Three-dimensional printing technology (3DP) is a rapid prototyping technology which is based on scatter/deposit manufacture idea. It has wide application in wide range of industries, particularly in aerospace industries. By Three-dimensional printer, the tools and accessory can be made, even the space station can be built in space, and the scraps can be recycled for other printing. As the technology matures, the high costs problem of space transport will be mitigated. In this article, the 3DP technology was studied through patent information. The trend and distribution were analyzed. The feasibility of building architectures on moon and manufacturing structures, Electronic tracks, sensor, etc on space station by 3DP technology were discussed. The direction of 3DP technology development was discussed.