Abstract: Provided is an adhesive dispensing device for use in a Layered Object Manufacturing (LOM) system for forming a three-dimensional (3D) object, the device configured to apply adhesive to a plurality of object media layers each comprising a temporary region and a permanent region. A first adhesive is applied to the temporary regions and a second adhesive is applied to the permanent regions. Further provided are first and second adhesive formulations, a bonding module for bonding a plurality of individual object media layers using the first and second adhesives, and a LOM system comprising the bonding module. Also provided is a method for self-weeding of a LOM object.

Abstract: Provided is a Layered Object Manufacturing, LOM, system configured to assemble a plurality of individual media layers to form a colored three-dimensional (3D) object, the system comprising a printer configured to color print at least a portion of a first surface of each of a plurality of media layers, and color print a corresponding portion of a second surface of the media layer, the second surface being opposite to the first surface, such that on operably printing the second surface a print-through region in the media layer is provided, and a collator configured to assemble the plurality of the individual media layers to form the 3D object. Also provided is a color 3D object media layer printing module for providing a print-through region in a 3D object media layer. Also provided is an ink for use in a Layer Object Manufacturing (LOM) system including the printing module.

Abstract: Provided is an adhesive dispensing device for use in a Layered Object Manufacturing (LOM) system for forming a three-dimensional (3D) object, the device configured to apply adhesive to a plurality of object media layers each comprising a temporary region and a permanent region. A first adhesive is applied to the temporary regions and a second adhesive is applied to the permanent regions. Further provided are first and second adhesive formulations, a bonding module for bonding a plurality of individual object media layers using the first and second adhesives, and a LOM system comprising the bonding module. Also provided is a method for self-weeding of a LOM object.

Abstract: Provided is a Layered Object Manufacturing, LOM, system configured to form a colored three-dimensional (3D) object, the system comprising: a 3D object gamut mapping module configured to define a 3D object formed from a plurality of surfaces and provide a printing regime consistent with the defined 3D object, wherein the 3D object gamut mapping module is configured to analyze the orientation of a surface of each of a plurality of media layers to be printed in order to adaptively modify the color printed to that layer; and a printer configured to color print at least a portion of a first surface of each of the plurality of layers in accordance with the printing regime. Also provided is a color 3D object media layer printing module for providing a print-through region in a 3D object media layer. Also provided is a 3D object gamut mapping method, and ink for use in a Layer Object Manufacturing (LOM) system including the printing module.

Abstract: A bladed disc for use in a turbine engine comprises: a central cob portion; a main diaphragm attached to, and extending around, the cob portion; a rim surrounding the main diaphragm; and two rows of blades attached to the rim.

Abstract: A bladed disc for use in a turbine engine comprises: a central cob portion; a main diaphragm attached to, and extending around, the cob portion; a rim surrounding the main diaphragm; and two rows of blades attached to the rim.

Abstract: An abradable liner for a gas turbine engine compressor stage, comprising: an abradable body having a radially inner surface over which an aerofoil tip passes in use; a plurality abradable depth indicators extending into the body from the surface; each depth indicator may be filled with a visual indicator. The depth indicator can be observed by a boroscope to provide a simple mechanical visual indication which can be used to provide quick and reliable information as to the extent and pattern of wear in an attrition liner.

Abstract: Provided is an adhesive dispensing device for use in a Layered Object Manufacturing (LOM) system for forming a three-dimensional (3D) object, the device configured to apply adhesive to a plurality of object media layers each comprising a temporary region (1) and a permanent region (2). A first adhesive is applied to the temporary regions (1) and a second adhesive is applied to the permanent regions (2). Further provided are first and second adhesive formulations, a bonding module for bonding a plurality of individual object media layers using the first and second adhesives, and a LOM system comprising the bonding module. Also provided is a method for self-weeding of a LOM object.

Abstract: Provided is a Layered Object Manufacturing, LOM, system configured to assemble a plurality of individual media layers to form a coloured three-dimensional (3D) object, the system comprising a printer configured to colour print at least a portion of a first surface of each of a plurality of media layers, and colour print a corresponding portion of a second surface of the media layer, the second surface being opposite to the first surface, such that on operably printing the second surface a print-through region in the media layer is provided, and a collator configured to assemble the plurality of the individual media layers to form the 3D object. Also provided is a colour 3D object media layer printing module for providing a print-through region in a 3D object media layer. Also provided is an ink for use in a Layer Object Manufacturing (LOM) system including the printing module.

Abstract: Provided is a Layered Object Manufacturing, LOM, system configured to form a coloured three-dimensional (3D) object, the system comprising: a 3D object gamut mapping module configured to define a 3D object formed from a plurality of surfaces and provide a printing regime consistent with the defined 3D object, wherein the 3D object gamut mapping module is configured to analyse the orientation of a surface of each of a plurality of media layers to be printed in order to adaptively modify the colour printed to that layer; and a printer configured to colour print at least a portion of a first surface of each of the plurality of layers in accordance with the printing regime. Also provided is a colour 3D object media layer printing module for providing a print-through region in a 3D object media layer. Also provided is a 3D object gamut mapping method, and ink for use in a Layer Object Manufacturing (LOM) system including the printing module.

Abstract: A package security feature is provided, the package security feature having a static element and a dynamic element. The dynamic element selectively interacts with the static element to enable identification and anti-tampering for a package.

Abstract: A package security feature is provided, the package security feature having a static element and a dynamic element. The dynamic element selectively interacts with the static element to enable identification and anti-tampering for a package.

Abstract: A layer of a material is deposited onto a substrate of an electroluminescent lamp in accordance with a desired image. An action is performed to the material to render the material at least partially tacky. Electroluminescent powder is deposited onto the substrate. The electroluminescent powder adheres to the substrate where the material has been deposited thereon.