Vacuum mixing systems and methods mix of polymethylmethacrylate bone cement, the systems and methods comprise at least one cartridge having an evacuable internal space, a pump with a plunger that can be moved by hand to generate a low pressure, and a connecting conduit connecting the internal space of the at least one cartridge to the pump. The pump comprises an operating element that can be operated from outside and is connected appropriately to the plunger such that it is suitable for moving the plunger in the pump by hand such that a low pressure can be generated such that the low pressure of the pump can be used to evacuate gas from the internal space of the at least one cartridge through the connecting conduit.

The invention relates to a method and a device for introducing and/or adding non-dry-powder additive materials and/or coating materials with a liquid, solid, semi-solid, or paste-like consistency or in suspended or emulsified form, for example, peroxides, fats, waxes, IV improvers, polymers, or similar materials, to an existing lumpy or particulate material which is moved and mixed, and optionally warmed and reduced to small pieces in a receptacle and/or compressor (1), said material being in particular polymer particles and/or flakes, wood fibers, paper cuttings, or similar materials. According to the invention, the additive material is introduced below the level of the material and/or material particles already in the receptacle (1).

Additive manufacturing apparatus and methods for mixing and dispensing materials, and articles with controlled particle concentrations. Additive manufacturing apparatus includes a mixer; a reservoir in fluidic communication with the mixer; and a build plate parallel to the reservoir. Additive manufacturing apparatus includes a mixer and a solid particle dispensing system and/or a slurry dispensing system. A method for handling precursors during additive manufacturing includes (a) providing first and second precursor materials and/or a slurry to a mixer; (b) mixing the materials in the mixer; (c) transporting the mixed materials directly to a reservoir disposed in parallel with a build plate; (d) curing at least a portion of the transported and mixed materials; and (e) repeating step (d) at least once. An article includes a plurality of adjacent layers, a concentration of particles in each layer defining a controlled concentration gradient and/or vary by no more than 50%.

Additive manufacturing apparatus and methods for mixing and dispensing materials, and articles with controlled particle concentrations. Additive manufacturing apparatus includes a mixer; a reservoir in fluidic communication with the mixer; and a build plate parallel to the reservoir. Additive manufacturing apparatus includes a mixer and a solid particle dispensing system and/or a slurry dispensing system. A method for handling precursors during additive manufacturing includes (a) providing first and second precursor materials and/or a slurry to a mixer; (b) mixing the materials in the mixer; (c) transporting the mixed materials directly to a reservoir disposed in parallel with a build plate; (d) curing at least a portion of the transported and mixed materials; and (e) repeating step (d) at least once. An article includes a plurality of adjacent layers, a concentration of particles in each layer defining a controlled concentration gradient and/or vary by no more than 50%.

The present disclosure provides a process for preparing an electrode, the process comprising: (a) mixing an active material, and a conductive additive, optionally with a first binder to obtain a first mixture; (b) blending a fibrillating binder with the first mixture, followed by high shear mixing to obtain a second mixture; and (c) quenching the second mixture and calendering to obtain the electrode.

The present disclosure provides a process for preparing an electrode, the process comprising: (a) mixing an active material, and a conductive additive, optionally with a first binder to obtain a first mixture; (b) blending a fibrillating binder with the first mixture, followed by high shear mixing to obtain a second mixture; and (c) quenching the second mixture and calendering to obtain the electrode.

A continuous paste mixer comprising a mixing apparatus secured to a frame is described herein. The mixing apparatus includes one or more mixer assemblies configured to extend and stack with respect to the frame, the one or more mixer assemblies to mix various ingredients (thixotropic and/or non-Newtonian) continuously and uniformly without risking uncontrolled exothermic reactions. The continuous paste mixer comprises a support member operatively connected to the mixing apparatus, and a controller configured to automatically control movement and operation of the high-shear mixer during mixing according to one or more mixing profiles.

A continuous paste mixer comprising a mixing apparatus secured to a frame is described herein. The mixing apparatus includes one or more mixer assemblies configured to extend and stack with respect to the frame, the one or more mixer assemblies to mix various ingredients (thixotropic and/or non-Newtonian) continuously and uniformly without risking uncontrolled exothermic reactions. The continuous paste mixer comprises a support member operatively connected to the mixing apparatus, and a controller configured to automatically control movement and operation of the high-shear mixer during mixing according to one or more mixing profiles.

A method for manufacturing a dry electrode for a secondary battery is described, involving the use of a mixer to combine materials without the use of solvents. The process begins by supplying a conductive material into the mixer, followed by the distribution of an electrode active material onto the conductive material. The mixer is then driven to ensure thorough mixing and complexing of the materials. A binder is introduced after the active material and conductive material have been combined, and the mixer is driven again to fiberize the binder. The resulting dry electrode mixture is then formed into a film using a roll press. This method allows for efficient production of dry electrodes with improved energy density and reduced manufacturing time and cost, offering a solvent-free alternative to traditional wet processes.

A method for manufacturing a dry electrode for a secondary battery is described, involving the use of a mixer to combine materials without the use of solvents. The process begins by supplying a conductive material into the mixer, followed by the distribution of an electrode active material onto the conductive material. The mixer is then driven to ensure thorough mixing and complexing of the materials. A binder is introduced after the active material and conductive material have been combined, and the mixer is driven again to fiberize the binder. The resulting dry electrode mixture is then formed into a film using a roll press. This method allows for efficient production of dry electrodes with improved energy density and reduced manufacturing time and cost, offering a solvent-free alternative to traditional wet processes.