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Lab Title: Introduction to 3D Printing

Introduction to 3D Printing

3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, involves creating three-dimensional objects


manufacturing, which..
by adding material layer by layer. This method contrasts with traditional
often removes material (subtractive) or molds it (forinative).
Core Concepts:

Additive Manufacturing Process: Building objects layer-by-layer using digital models.


Model Integration: The 3D model is designed inCAD
Digital software and then "sliced" to
create printable layers.
Customization and Complexity: Alows creation of complex geometries and customized
parts without additional tooling.

Applications of 3D Printing in Engineering:


Rapid Prototyping: Quick production of prototypes for design testing.
Tooling and Fixtures: Creation of custom tools or fixtures for manufacturing.
Medical Devices and Implants: Personalized implants, prosthetics, and models for surgery
planning.
Types of 3D Printing Technologies

1. Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)


Process: Heats and extrudes a filament to create each layer.
Materials: Common materials include PLA (biodegradable) and ABS (durable).
Applications: Low-cost prototyping, educational projects.
Limitations: Lower resolution and visible layer lines.

2. Stereolithography (SLA)

Process: Uses a laser to cure liquid resin into solid layers.


Materials: Photopolymers.
Applications: High-precision applications, jewelry, and dental molds.
Limitations: Expensive materials and limited to photopolymer, resins.
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LASER SOURCE XY SCANNING,


MÍRHOp

RESIN TANK

UVCURARLE RESIN
CURED LAYERS ELEVATOR
MOVABLE BUILD PLATFORM

3. Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)

Process: Uses a laser to sinter powder materials, layer by layer.


Materials: Nylon, metal powders, and ceramic.
Applications: Durable parts for automotive, aerospace, and industrial uses.
Limitations:Expensive machinery and materials; requires post-processing.
STEPS OF 3D PRINTING:

3.Transfer to machirne

4 Machine settup 2:STLConversion

TCADmodel Start
5 Part building

Final
6. Partremoval OApPugao product

7 Post-processing
Step1: CAD

AIL AM parts must start from a software model that fully describes the external geometty. This
can involvethe use of almost any professional CAD solid modeling software, but the output must,
he a3D solid or surface representation. Reverse engineering equipment (e.g., laser and optical
scanning) can also be used to create this representation

Step 2: Conversion to STL

Nearly every AM machine accepts the STL file format, which has become ade facto standard, and
nowadays nearly every CAD system can output such afile format. This file describes the extemal
closed surfaces of the original CAD model and forms the basis for calculation of the slices.

Step 3: Transfer to AM Machine and STL File Manipulation


The STL file describing the part must be transferred to the AM machine. Here, there may be some
for building.
generalmanipulation of the file so that it is the correct size, position, and orientation
Step 4: Machine Setup
the build process. Such settings would relate to
The AM machine must be properly set up prior to energy source, layer thickness, timings, etc.
the build parameters like the materialconstraints,

Step 5: Build
and the machine can largely carry on without
Building the part is mainly an automated process ensure
superficial monitoring of the machine needs to take place at this time to
supervision. Only glitches, etc.
errors have taken place like running out of material, power or software
no

Step 6: Removal
has completed the build, the parts must be removed. This may require
Once the AM machine safety interlocks to ensure for example that the
interaction with the machine, which may have
parts.
temperatures are sufficiently low or that there are no actively moving
operating

Step 7: Post-processing require an amount of additional cleaning up before


the machine, parts may
Once removed from stage or they may have supporting features that
for use. Parts may be weak at this
they are ready requires time and careful, experienced
manual
must be removed. This therefore often
manipulation.

Step 8: Application
Additive manufacturing (AM) enables rapid
amized production in ihdustries such as prototyping, allowing for quick design iterations and
aterial waste compared to traditional methods aerospace, automotive, and healthcare. It reduces
facilitates complex geometries that are difficult byor building objets layer-by-layer. AM also
manufacturing. impossible to achieve with conventional
Materials Used in 3D Printing

PLA (Pólylactic Acid): Biodegradable and easy to print, ideal for educátional projects.
ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene): Stronger and heat-resistant; commonly used in
engineering.
Nylon: High strength and flexibility, suitable for functional parts.
Resin (for SLA): Offers fine detail, ideal for small, intricate designs.
Metal Powders (for SLS): High strength and durability, used in aerospace and medical
implants.

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