Patents by Inventor Michael Gilbilterra

Michael Gilbilterra has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11498272
    Abstract: A device that can be attached to most 3D printers to allow various materials and filaments to be used in a controlled manner. This device allows enhanced control while using flexible materials and filaments by using a belt, a compression wheel comprising a groove for said filament and comprising teeth for traction of said filament. The movement of the belt is controlled by a stepper motor connected to a knurl gear which drives the system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2022
    Inventors: Michael Patrick Paul, Michael Gilbilterra, Ryan Hutchinson
  • Publication number: 20200290272
    Abstract: A device that can be attached to most 3D printers to allow various materials and filaments to be used in a controlled manner. This device allows enhanced control while using flexible materials and filaments by using a belt, a compression wheel comprising a groove for said filament and comprising teeth for traction of said filament. The movement of the belt is controlled by a stepper motor connected to a knurl gear which drives the system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2020
    Publication date: September 17, 2020
    Inventors: Michael Patrick Paul, Michael Gilbilterra, Ryan Hutchinson