Impact strength of 3D printed PLA using open source FFF-based 3D printer

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shilpesh R. Rajpurohit ◽  
Harshit K. Dave
Keyword(s):  
Impact Strength ◽  
Open Source ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
3D Printed

Fully 3D printed GPS Antenna using a Low-cost Open-source 3D Printer

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Elibiary ◽  
W. Oakey ◽  
S. Jun ◽  
B. Sanz-Izquierdo ◽  
D. Bird ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Open Source ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Gps Antenna

scholarly journals OPAM, an Open source, 3D printed Low-cost Micro-Manipulator for Single Cell Manipulation

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jiang Xu ◽  
Zhuowei Du ◽  
Paul Hsi Liu ◽  
Yi Kou ◽  
Lin Chen
Keyword(s):  
Single Cell ◽  
Open Source ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Cell Manipulation ◽  
Stepper Motor ◽  
Great Promise ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Cell Capture ◽  
Entry Level ◽  
3D Printed

We introduce OPAM, an Open source, low-cost (under $150), 3D-Printed, stepper motor driven, Arduino based, single cell Micromanipulator (OPAM). Modification of a commercial stepper motor led to dramatically increased stability and maneuverability of the motor, based on which the micromanipulator was designed. All components of this micromanipulator can be 3D printed using an entry-level 3D printer and assembled with ease. With this single cell manipulator, successful targeted single cell capture and transfer was confirmed under the microscope, which showed great promise for single cell related experiments.

scholarly journals Design for Manufacturability (DFM) of 3D Printed Parts Fabricated Using Open Source 3D Printer

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (05) ◽  
Author(s):  
N.A. Maidin ◽  
◽  
M.H.A. Rahman ◽  
M.N. Ahmad ◽  
M.B.M. Salahuddin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Open Source ◽  
Design For Manufacturability ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
3D Printed

scholarly journals Induction of Neural Plasticity Using a Low-Cost Open Source Brain-Computer Interface and a 3D-Printed Wrist Exoskeleton

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 572
Author(s):  
Mads Jochumsen ◽  
Taha Al Muhammadee Janjua ◽  
Juan Carlos Arceo ◽  
Jimmy Lauber ◽  
Emilie Simoneau Buessinger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Open Source ◽  
Neural Plasticity ◽  
Motor Evoked Potentials ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
True Positive Rate ◽  
Positive Rate ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Major Factors ◽  
And Control ◽  
Bci System

Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) have been proven to be useful for stroke rehabilitation, but there are a number of factors that impede the use of this technology in rehabilitation clinics and in home-use, the major factors including the usability and costs of the BCI system. The aims of this study were to develop a cheap 3D-printed wrist exoskeleton that can be controlled by a cheap open source BCI (OpenViBE), and to determine if training with such a setup could induce neural plasticity. Eleven healthy volunteers imagined wrist extensions, which were detected from single-trial electroencephalography (EEG), and in response to this, the wrist exoskeleton replicated the intended movement. Motor-evoked potentials (MEPs) elicited using transcranial magnetic stimulation were measured before, immediately after, and 30 min after BCI training with the exoskeleton. The BCI system had a true positive rate of 86 ± 12% with 1.20 ± 0.57 false detections per minute. Compared to the measurement before the BCI training, the MEPs increased by 35 ± 60% immediately after and 67 ± 60% 30 min after the BCI training. There was no association between the BCI performance and the induction of plasticity. In conclusion, it is possible to detect imaginary movements using an open-source BCI setup and control a cheap 3D-printed exoskeleton that when combined with the BCI can induce neural plasticity. These findings may promote the availability of BCI technology for rehabilitation clinics and home-use. However, the usability must be improved, and further tests are needed with stroke patients.

scholarly journals Design and characterization of 3D printed, neomycin-eluting poly-L-lactide mats for wound-healing applications

2021 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahima Singh ◽  
Sriramakamal Jonnalagadda
Keyword(s):  
Release Kinetics ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
In Vitro Dissolution ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Topical Antibiotic ◽  
Young’S Moduli ◽  
Base Polymer ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
3D Printed

AbstractThis study evaluates the suitability of 3D printed biodegradable mats to load and deliver the topical antibiotic, neomycin, for up to 3 weeks in vitro. A 3D printer equipped with a hot melt extruder was used to print bandage-like wound coverings with porous sizes appropriate for cellular attachment and viability. The semicrystalline polyester, poly-l-lactic acid (PLLA) was used as the base polymer, coated (post-printing) with polyethylene glycols (PEGs) of MWs 400 Da, 6 kDa, or 20 kDa to enable manipulation of physicochemical and biological properties to suit intended applications. The mats were further loaded with a topical antibiotic (neomycin sulfate), and cumulative drug-release monitored for 3 weeks in vitro. Microscopic imaging as well as Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) studies showed pore dimensions of 100 × 400 µm. These pore dimensions were achieved without compromising mechanical strength; because of the “tough” individual fibers constituting the mat (Young’s Moduli of 50 ± 20 MPa and Elastic Elongation of 10 ± 5%). The in vitro dissolution study showed first-order release kinetics for neomycin during the first 20 h, followed by diffusion-controlled (Fickian) release for the remaining duration of the study. The release of neomycin suggested that the ability to load neomycin on to PLLA mats increases threefold, as the MW of the applied PEG coating is lowered from 20 kDa to 400 Da. Overall, this study demonstrates a successful approach to using a 3D printer to prepare porous degradable mats for antibiotic delivery with potential applications to dermal regeneration and tissue engineering.

Mechatronic Design of ARC Humanoid Robot Open Platform: First Fully 3D Printed Kid-Sized Robot

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (03) ◽  
pp. 2050010
Author(s):  
Saeed Saeedvand ◽  
Hadi S. Aghdasi ◽  
Jacky Baltes
Keyword(s):  
Humanoid Robot ◽  
Size Range ◽  
Robot Design ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Wide Angle ◽  
Open Platform ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Wide Angle Camera ◽  
Computational Resources ◽  
User Friendly

Although there are several popular and capable humanoid robot designs available in the kid-size range, they lack some important characteristics: affordability, being user-friendly, using a wide-angle camera, sufficient computational resources for advanced AI algorithms, and mechanical robustness and stability are the most important ones. Recent advances in 3D printer technology enables researchers to move from model to physical implementation relatively easy. Therefore, we introduce a novel fully 3D printed open platform humanoid robot design named ARC. In this paper, we discuss the mechanical structure and software architecture. We show the capabilities of the ARC design in a series of experimental evaluations.

Preliminary Study of Alginates Extracted from Brown Algae (Sargassum sp.) Available in Madura Island as Composite Based Hydrogel Materials

2019 ◽  
Vol 964 ◽  
pp. 240-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amaliya Rasyida ◽  
Thalyta Rizkha Pradipta ◽  
Sigit Tri Wicaksono ◽  
Vania Mitha Pratiwi ◽  
Yeny Widya Rakhmawati
Keyword(s):  
Sodium Alginate ◽  
Brown Algae ◽  
Extraction Process ◽  
Composition Analysis ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Preliminary Study

Utilization of brown algae especially in Madura, where it’s close to Surabaya, only limited for food. This become a reference for developing and increasing the potential of this algae by extracting one of the ingredients, namely alginate. This paper deals with the characterization of sodium alginate extracted from sargassum sp. using modified-purified calcium routes. The extracted sodium alginate will be further used as composite hydrogel materials and compared with commercial sodium alginate. Hereafter, the synthesized composite is expected to be bio-ink for 3d printer. Chemical composition analysis were analyzed using X-Ray Fluorosense (XRF) followed by Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis to identify the functional group of composite and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD). Furthermore, viscosity bath is performed to compare the viscosity of extracted and commercial one. The result shows that modified-purified calcium routes in the extraction process of sodium alginate is desirable for improving their properties. Interestingly enough, with the goal of using it as bio-ink in 3d printed fabrication, the synthesized composite shows viscosity, 300 cSt, which meets the criteria for bio-ink in 3d printer.

Developments in the Field of Rapid Prototype Production

2008 ◽  
Vol 589 ◽  
pp. 421-425 ◽  
Author(s):  
Norbert Krisztián Kovács ◽  
József Gábor Kovács
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Strength ◽  
Porous Structure ◽  
Epoxy Resin ◽  
Rapid Prototype ◽  
Post Treatment ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Infiltration Depth ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
The Common ◽  
Polymer Engineering

Characteristics of 3D printed specimens are porous structure and low mechanical strength. Due to porous structure post treatment is possible, and in most cases infiltration with an epoxy resin, wax or cyanoacrylate material takes place. As a result of post treatment, the mechanical strength can be increased by 100%, although this is strongly influenced by the infiltration depth that depends on the porous structure and the resin viscosity. In the framework of the common research of the Department of Polymer Engineering, BME and Varinex Zrt. the applicability of a 3D printer is examined in the field of direct tool making. As the first step, the resin uptake ability of specimens prepared with a Z810 3D printer is examined.

scholarly journals In-house 3D-printed surgical guides for osseous lesions of the lower jaw: an experimental study

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lukas Postl ◽  
Thomas Mücke ◽  
Stefan Hunger ◽  
Oliver Bissinger ◽  
Michael Malek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Control Group ◽  
Head Model ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Surgical Guide ◽  
Surgical Guides ◽  
Lower Jaw ◽  
Bony Lesion ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Phantom Head

Abstract Background The accuracy of computer-assisted biopsies at the lower jaw was compared to the accuracy of freehand biopsies. Methods Patients with a bony lesion of the lower jaw with an indication for biopsy were prospectively enrolled. Two customized bone models per patient were produced using a 3D printer. The models of the lower jaw were fitted into a phantom head model to simulate operation room conditions. Biopsies for the study group were taken by means of surgical guides and freehand biopsies were performed for the control group. Results The deviation of the biopsy axes from the planning was significantly less when using templates. It turned out to be 1.3 ± 0.6 mm for the biopsies with a surgical guide and 3.9 ± 1.1 mm for the freehand biopsies. Conclusions Surgical guides allow significantly higher accuracy of biopsies. The preliminary results are promising, but clinical evaluation is necessary.

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