Three-dimensional structures and related methods of forming three-dimensional structures

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PATENT NO 9283642
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13355437

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The present disclosure provides three-dimensional structures and related methods. The three-dimensional structures may define patterns of positive and negative spaces on opposing surfaces that combine to form the three-dimensional structures. The negative spaces of the patterns may intersect to form apertures through the three-dimensional structures, which may define linear or non-linear paths therethrough. The apertures may be configured to provide desirable characteristics with respect to light, sound, and fluid travel therethrough. Further, the three-dimensional structures may be configured to define desired stiffness, weight, and/or flexibility. The three-dimensional structures may be employed in embodiments including heat sinks, housings, speaker or vent covers, springs, etc.

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APPLE INCONE APPLE PARK WAY CUPERTINO CA 95014

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  • 2012 Application Filing Year
  • B23P Class
  • 3251 Applications Filed
  • 832 Patents Issued To-Date
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Andre, Bartley K Menlo Park, US 2305 98690
Rohrbach, Matthew D San Francisco, US 52 2860
Russell-Clarke, Peter N San Francisco, US 60 798

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