Virtual Simulation and Experimental Verification for 3D-printed Robot Manipulators

Robotica ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Jonqlan Lin ◽  
Kuan-Chung Lai
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Joint Space ◽  
Virtual Simulation ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Simulated Motion ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Aided Design ◽  
The Given

SUMMARY The objective of this work is to construct a robot that is based on 3D printing to meet the low-cost and light structures. The Computer-aided-design model is used with LabVIEW to simulate the given trajectory. Users of the simulation of such methodology can preview the simulated motion and perceive and resolve discrepancies between the planned and simulated paths prior to execution of a task. The advantages of this study are the lack of need to mount extra sensors on realistic robot to measure joint space coordinates, simplifying the hardware. These outcomes can also be used in an undergraduate robotics course.

scholarly journals Laboratory sprayer for testing of microbial biocontrol agents: design and calibration

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Z. Erdos ◽  
P. Halswell ◽  
A. Matthews ◽  
B. Raymond
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Microbial Control ◽  
Droplet Deposition ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Spore Deposition ◽  
Microbial Biocontrol Agents ◽  
Bioassay Data ◽  
Aided Design

AbstractThe lack of commercially available low-cost laboratory spraying equipment for testing microbial control agents can hinder advancement in the field of biocontrol. This study presents an inexpensive, portable sprayer that is calibrated utilizing laboratory consumables. The computer aided design files are made available so that it is freely modifiable and can be used for machine routing or 3D printing. Bioassay data was obtained by spraying Myzus persicae with spores of entomopathogenic fungi. Observed variation in droplet deposition within tested pressure and volume settings, and spore deposition within sprayed concentrations were low. Bioassay results show reproducible mortality for the tested doses.

scholarly journals A Novel 3D-Printed Device for Precise Percutaneous Placement of Cannulated Compression Screws in Human Femoral Neck Fractures

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Cheng Long ◽  
Jin-hai Liu ◽  
Xiang-ping Chai ◽  
Xiang-feng Liu ◽  
Zhi-xi Duan
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Femoral Neck ◽  
Proximal Femur ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Femoral Neck Fractures ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Guide Plate ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Aided Design

Background. The aim of this study was to investigate the application of computer-aided design and 3D printing technology for percutaneous fixation of femoral neck fractures using cannulated compression screws. Methods. Using computed tomography data, an individualized proximal femur model was created with a 3D printer. The reduction of the femoral neck fracture and the placement of the cannulated compression screws were simulated on a computer. A 3D printing guide plate was designed to match the proximal femur. After demonstrating the feasibility of the 3D model before the surgical procedure, the guide needles and cannulated compression screws were inserted with the aid of the 3D-printed guide plate. Results. During the procedure, the 3D-printed guide plate for each patient matched the bone markers of the proximal femur. With the aid of the 3D-printed guide plate, three cannulated compression screws were accurately inserted into the femoral neck to treat femoral neck fractures. After screw placement, intraoperative X-ray examination showed results that were consistent with the preoperative design. The time taken to complete the procedure in the guide plate group was 35.3 ± 2.1   min , the intraoperative blood loss was 6.3 ± 2.8   mL , and X-ray fluoroscopy was only performed 9.1 ± 3.5 times. Postoperative radiographs showed adequate reduction of the femoral neck fractures. The entry point, entry direction, and length of the three cannulated compression screws were consistent with the preoperative design, and the screws did not penetrate the bone cortex. Conclusion. Using computer-aided design and 3D printing technology, personalized and accurate placement of cannulated compression screws can be realized for the treatment of femoral neck fractures. This technique can shorten the time required for the procedure and reduce damage to the femoral neck cortex, intraoperative bleeding, and the exposure of patients and healthcare staff to radiation.

scholarly journals Integration of 3D printing in computer-aided design and engineering course

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 934
Author(s):  
Mohd Hairi Mohd Zaman ◽  
Mohd Hadri Hafiz Mokhtar ◽  
Mohd Faisal Ibrahim ◽  
Aqilah Baseri Huddin ◽  
Gan Kok Beng
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Engineering Students ◽  
Physical Models ◽  
Global Issues ◽  
Electronic Engineering ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Aided Design

Engineering students at an undergraduate level typically learn the design aspect and concept through lectures and practical sessions using computeraided software. However, the current computer-aided design and engineering (CAD/CAE) course did not expose the students to apply and relate the latest advanced technologies to solve global issues, for instance as listed in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDG). Therefore, an improved CAD/CAE course taken by the students of the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Programme in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia integrates 3D printing and conduct their project based on UN SDG themes. A total of 22 projects was produced, which involves both mechanical and electrical design with some of the physical models were 3D printed. Thus, students able to strengthen their understanding of the design concept through the integration of 3D printing and simultaneously aware of the current global issues.

A method of version merging for computer-aided design files based on feature extraction

2010 ◽  
Vol 225 (2) ◽  
pp. 463-471 ◽  
Author(s):  
C Sun ◽  
D Guo ◽  
H Gao ◽  
L Zou ◽  
H Wang
Keyword(s):  
Feature Extraction ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Application Programming Interface ◽  
Difference Set ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Application Programming ◽  
Feature Difference ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Aided Design ◽  
The Given

In order to manage the version files and maintain the latest version of the computer-aided design (CAD) files in asynchronous collaborative systems, one method of version merging for CAD files is proposed to resolve the problem based on feature extraction. First of all, the feature information is extracted based on the feature attribute of CAD files and stored in a XML feature file. Then, analyse the feature file, and the feature difference set is obtained by the given algorithm. Finally, the merging result of the difference set and the master files with application programming interface (API) interface functions is achieved, and then the version merging of CAD files is also realized. The application in Catia validated that the proposed method is feasible and valuable in engineering.

scholarly journals Upgrade and Repair of the Instrumentation Equipment on the ISS RS Simulators Using FDM 3D Printing Technology.

2021 ◽  
pp. 97-110
Author(s):  
V.V. Batrakov ◽  
A.I. Krylov ◽  
V.N. Saev ◽  
B.N. Nefyodov ◽  
V.M. Novichkov ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Cad Tools ◽  
Printing Technology ◽  
3D Printing Technology ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Aided Design

The paper presents space simulators (SS), types of instrumentation equipment installed on the workplaces of the space simulators operators (SSOPW), multi-functional display panel (MFDP), computer-aided design (CAD) tools, 3D printing technologies.

scholarly journals Computer Numerically Controlled Drawing Robot Based on Computer-Aided Design

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antor Mahamudul Hashan ◽  
Abdullah Haidari ◽  
Srishti Saha ◽  
Titas Paul
Keyword(s):  
Open Source ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Rapid Development ◽  
Main Idea ◽  
Numerical Control ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Complex Circuits ◽  
Open Source Hardware ◽  
Aided Design

Due to the rapid development of technology, the use of numerically controlled machines in the industry is increasing. The main idea behind this paper is computer-aided design (CAD) based low-cost computer numerical control 2D drawing robot that can accurately draw complex circuits, diagrams, logos, etc. The system is created using open-source hardware and software, which makes it available at a low cost. The open-source LibreCAD application has been used for computer-aided design. Geometric data of a CAD model is converted to coordinate points using the python-based F-Engrave application. This system uses the Arduino UNO board as a signal generator of the universal g-code sender without compromising the performance. The proposed drawing robot is designed as a low-cost robot for educational purposes and aims to increase the student's interest in robotics and computer-aided design (CAD) skills to the next level. The drawing robot structure has been developed, and it meets the requirements of low cost with satisfactory experimental results.

scholarly journals Patient-Specific Coronary Artery 3D Printing Based on Intravascular Optical Coherence Tomography and Coronary Angiography

Complexity ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chenxi Huang ◽  
Yisha Lan ◽  
Sirui Chen ◽  
Qing Liu ◽  
Xin Luo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Coronary Artery ◽  
3D Printing ◽  
Coronary Angiography ◽  
Coronary Arteries ◽  
Computer Aided Design ◽  
Patient Specific ◽  
3D Printing Technology ◽  
Vessel Lumen ◽  
Computer Aided ◽  
Aided Design

Despite the new ideas were inspired in medical treatment by the rapid advancement of three-dimensional (3D) printing technology, there is still rare research work reported on 3D printing of coronary arteries being documented in the literature. In this work, the application value of 3D printing technology in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases has been explored via comparison study between the 3D printed vascular solid model and the computer aided design (CAD) model. In this paper, a new framework is proposed to achieve a 3D printing vascular model with high simulation. The patient-specific 3D reconstruction of the coronary arteries is performed by the detailed morphological information abstracted from the contour of the vessel lumen. In the process of reconstruction which has 5 steps, the morphological details of the contour view of the vessel lumen are merged along with the curvature and length information provided by the coronary angiography. After comparing with the diameter of the narrow section and the diameter of the normal section in CAD models and 3D printing model, it can be concluded that there is a high correlation between the diameter of vascular stenosis measured in 3D printing models and computer aided design models. The 3D printing model has high-modeling ability and high precision, which can represent the original coronary artery appearance accurately. It can be adapted for prevascularization planning to support doctors in determining the surgical procedures.

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