Analysis of the surface roughness and dimensional accuracy capability of fused deposition modelling processes

2002 ◽  
Vol 40 (12) ◽  
pp. 2865-2881 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. J. Luis Pérez
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
Fused Deposition

scholarly journals Multi-Response Optimization of Process Parameter in Fused Deposition Modelling by Response Surface Methodology

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 327-338 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Response Surface Methodology ◽  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Response Surface ◽  
Layer Thickness ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Fused Deposition

This paper reported on the effect of ambient temperature, layer thickness, and part angle on the surface roughness and dimensional accuracy. The response surface methodology (RSM) was employed by using historical data in the experiment to determine the significant factors and their interactions on the fused deposition modelling (FDM) performance. Three controllable variables namely ambient temperature (30 °C, 45 °C, 60 °C), layer thickness (0.178 mm, 0.267 mm, 0.356 mm) and part angle (22.5°, 45°, 67.5°) have been studied. A total of 29 numbers of experiments had been conducted, including two replications at the center point. The results showed that all the parameter variables have significant effects on the part surface roughness and dimensional accuracy. Layer thickness is the most dominant factors affecting surface roughness. Meanwhile, the ambient temperature was the most dominant in determining part dimensional accuracy. The responses of various factors had been illustrated in the cross-sectional sample analysis. The optimum parameter required for minimum surface roughness and dimensional accuracy was at ambient temperature 30 °C, layer thickness 0.18 mm and part angle 67.38°. The optimization has produced maximum productivity with RaH 3.21 µm, RaV 11.78 µm, and RaS 12.79 µm. Meanwhile, dimensional accuracy height eror 3.21%, width error 3.70% and angle 0.38°

Experimental study of surface roughness, dimensional accuracy and time of fabrication of parts produced by fused deposition modelling

2020 ◽  
Vol 26 (9) ◽  
pp. 1535-1554
Author(s):  
Swapnil Vyavahare ◽  
Shailendra Kumar ◽  
Deepak Panghal
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Layer Thickness ◽  
Process Parameters ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Build Orientation ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Significant Process

Purpose This paper aims to focus on an experimental study of surface roughness, dimensional accuracy and time of fabrication of parts produced by fused deposition modelling (FDM) technique of additive manufacturing. The fabricated parts of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) material have pyramidal and conical features. Influence of five process parameters of FDM, namely, layer thickness, wall print speed, build orientation, wall thickness and extrusion temperature is studied on response characteristics. Furthermore, regression models for responses are developed and significant process parameters are optimized. Design/methodology/approach Comprehensive experimental study is performed using response surface methodology. Analysis of variance is used to investigate the influence of process parameters on surface roughness, dimensional accuracy and time of fabrication in both outer pyramidal and inner conical regions of part. Furthermore, a multi-response optimization using desirability function is performed to minimize surface roughness, improve dimensional accuracy and minimize time of fabrication of parts. Findings It is found that layer thickness and build orientation are significant process parameters for surface roughness of parts. Surface roughness increases with increase in layer thickness, while it decreases initially and then increases with increase in build orientation. Layer thickness, wall print speed and build orientation are significant process parameters for dimensional accuracy of FDM parts. For the time of fabrication, layer thickness and build orientation are found as significant process parameters. Based on the analysis, statistical non-linear quadratic models are developed to predict surface roughness, dimensional accuracy and time of fabrication. Optimization of process parameters is also performed using desirability function. Research limitations/implications The present study is restricted to the parts of ABS material with pyramidal and conical features only fabricated on FDM machine with delta configuration. Originality/value From the critical review of literature it is found that some researchers have made to study the influence of few process parameters on surface roughness, dimensional accuracy and time of fabrication of simple geometrical parts. Also, regression models and optimization of process parameters has been performed for simple parts. The present work is focussed on studying all these aspects in complicated geometrical parts with pyramidal and conical features.

scholarly journals COMBINING FUSED DEPOSITION MODELLING WITH ABRASIVE MILLING TO ATTAIN HIGHER DIMENSIONAL ACCURACY AND BETTER SURFACE FINISH ON THE FINISHED PRODUCT

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 221-231 ◽  
Author(s):  
A N M AMANULLAH TOMAL ◽  
Tanveer Saleh ◽  
Md. Raisuddin Khan
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Surface Finish ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Cnc Machining ◽  
Numerical Control ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
Numerical Control Machining ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Higher Dimensional

ABSTRACT: Currently, two manufacturing methods, namely CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining and rapid prototyping (RP), are widely used to produce final products and prototypes.  Both the processes have their own advantages. CNC machining such as milling and grinding (subtractive method) can fabricate parts with higher precision and accuracy. On the other hand, RP (additive method), can manufacture parts with complicated 3-D (three dimensional) features, which ensures effective material usage. However, RP produced parts lack accuracy and smooth surface finish. In this research, we are aiming to achieve on-machine mechanical post-processing of 3-D printed (using Fused Deposition Modelling, a kind of RP process) parts to achieve higher dimensional accuracy and better surface roughness. To achieve the goal, we developed a new hybrid system to assimilate both of these processes. There are, however, two vital considerations needed to be taken into account for integrating the two processes. The first concern is the integration of dissimilar control systems for two processes and the second aspect is maintaining the tools’ (milling spindle and the heat extruder) setup accuracy during the changeover step. The developed hybrid machine has been tested with experimentations and the result showed that the dimensional accuracy was improved by 71% to 99% when the FDM part was compared with the final part after abrasive milling operation. At the same time, average surface roughness (Ra) was improved up to 91.3%. Further, we found that low layer thickness improves the product quality. The proposed system could push the conventional FDM system to the next level to attain better quality of final products. ABSTRAK: Dua kaedah terkini proses pembuatan, dinamakan mesin Kawalan Komputer Bernombor (CNC) dan prototaip langsung (RP) telah digunakan secara meluas bagi menghasilkan produk dan prototaip. Kedua-dua proses mempunyai keistimewaan tersendiri. Mesin CNC seperti mesin penghasil permukaan dan mesin penebuk lubang (melalui kaedah pengurangan) dapat menghasilkan sesuatu bahagian dengan ketepatan tinggi. Pada sudut lain, RP (melalui kaedah penambahan), dapat menghasilkan bahagian dengan kaedah 3D (tiga dimensi) yang rumit tetapi berkesan dalam memaksimakan penggunaan material. Walau bagaimanapun, penghasilan bahagian melalui kaedah RP mempunyai kekurangan pada ketepatan dan kekurangan pada kekemasan permukaan akhir. Kajian ini bertujuan meraih ketepatan dimensi yang lebih tinggi dan kekemasan permukaan yang lebih bagus pada proses terakhir pada bahagian cetakan mesin mekanikal 3D (menggunakan Model Deposit Fuse iaitu salah satu proses RP). Bagi mencapai tujuan ini, kami menghasilkan sistem hibrid terbaru untuk mengasimulasi kedua-dua proses. Walau bagaimanapun, terdapat dua perkara penting perlu diambil kira untuk diintegrasi bersama kedua-dua proses. Penilaian pertama adalah pada sistem kawalan tidak serupa, dan kedua pada aspek pengekalan alat (gelendung pemutar dan kepanasan pembentuk) ketepatan penyediaan semasa peringkat perubahan. Mesin hibrid yang dicipta telah diuji melalui eksperimentasi dan keputusan menunjukkan ketepatan dimensi telah bertambah daripada 71% kepada 99% semasa bahagian FDM dibandingkan dengan bahagian akhir selepas operasi putaran kasar. Pada masa sama, purata permukaan kasar (Ra) telah bertambah kepada 91.3%. Kami juga mendapati ketebalan lapisan bawah telah menambah baik kualiti produk. Sistem yang dicadangkan dapat mengubah sistem FDM konvensional kepada peringkat lebih tinggi bagi memperolehi kualiti terbaik pada produk akhir.

Evaluation of geometrical benchmark artifacts containing multiple overhang lengths fabricated using material extrusion technique

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 7296-7308
Author(s):  
Siti Nur Humaira Mazlan ◽  
Aini Zuhra Abdul Kadir ◽  
N. H. A. Ngadiman ◽  
M.R. Alkahari
Keyword(s):  
3D Model ◽  
Laser Scanner ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Layer Technique ◽  
Subtractive Manufacturing ◽  
Manufacturing Features ◽  
Layer Problem

Fused deposition modelling (FDM) is a process of joining materials based on material entrusion technique to produce objects from 3D model using layer-by-layer technique as opposed to subtractive manufacturing. However, many challenges arise in the FDM-printed part such as warping, first layer problem and elephant food that was led to an error in dimensional accuracy of the printed parts especially for the overhanging parts. Hence, in order to investigate the manufacturability of the FDM printed part, various geometrical and manufacturing features were developed using the benchmarking artifacts. Therefore, in this study, new benchmarking artifacts containing multiple overhang lengths were proposed. After the benchmarking artifacts were developed, each of the features were inspected using 3D laser scanner to measure the dimensional accuracy and tolerances. Based on 3D scanned parts, 80% of the fabricated parts were fabricated within ±0.5 mm of dimensional accuracy as compared with the CAD data. In addition, the multiple overhang lengths were also successfully fabricated with a very significant of filament sagging observed.

Effect of cold vapour treatment on geometric accuracy of fused deposition modelling parts

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 1226-1236 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ashu Garg ◽  
Anirban Bhattacharya ◽  
Ajay Batish
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Surface Finish ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
Curved Surfaces ◽  
Geometric Accuracy ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Cold Vapour ◽  
Side Face ◽  
Functional Components

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the influence of low-cost chemical vapour treatment process on geometric accuracy and surface roughness of different curved and freeform surfaces of fused deposition modelling (FDM) specimens build at different part building orientations. Design/methodology/approach Parts with different primitive and curved surfaces are designed and modelled to build at three different part orientations along X orientation (vertical position resting on side face), Y orientation (horizontal position resting on base) and Z orientation (upright position). Later, the parts are post-processed by cold vapours of acetone. Geometric accuracy and surface roughness are measured both before and after the chemical treatment to investigate the change in geometric accuracy, surface roughness of FDM parts. Findings The results indicate that surface roughness is reduced immensely after cold vapour treatment with minimum variation in geometric accuracy of parts. Parts build vertically over its side face (X orientation) provides the overall better surface finish and geometric accuracy. Originality/value The present study provides an approach of post-built treatment for FDM parts and observes a significant improvement in surface finish of the components. The present approach of post-built treatment can be adopted to enhance the surface quality as well as to achieve desired geometric accuracy for different primitive, freeform/curved surfaces of FDM samples suitable for functional components as well as prototypes.

Investigations for partial denture casting by fused deposition modelling-assisted chemical vapour smoothing

2020 ◽  
Vol 40 (5) ◽  
pp. 745-754
Author(s):  
Gurpartap Singh ◽  
Rupinder Singh ◽  
S.S. Bal
Keyword(s):  
Ph Value ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Chemical Vapour ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
View Point ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Set Up

Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate dimensional accuracy (Δd), surface roughness (Ra) and micro hardness (HV) of partial dentures (PD) prepared with synergic combination of fused deposition modelling (FDM) assisted chemical vapour smoothing (CVS) patterns and conventional dental casting (DC) from multi-factor optimization view point. Design/methodology/approach The master pattern for PD was prepared with acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) thermoplastic on FDM set-up (one of the low cost additive manufacturing process) followed by CVS process. The final PD as functional prototypes was casted with nickel–chromium-based (Ni-Cr) alloy by varying Ni% (Z). The other input parameters were powder to water ratio P/W (X) and pH value (Y) of water used. Findings The results of this study suggest that for controlling the Δd and Ra of the PD, most important factor is X, followed by Z. For hardness of PD, the most important factor is Z. But from overall optimization viewpoint, the best settings are X-100/12, Y-10 and Z-61% (in Ni-Cr alloy). Further, based upon X-bar chart (for HV), the FDM-assisted DC process used for preparation of PD is statistically controlled. Originality/value This study highlights that PD prepared with X-100/12, Y-10 and Z-61% gives overall better results from multi-factor optimization view point. Finally, X-bar chart has been plotted to understand the statistical nature of the synergic combination of FDM, CVS and DC.

Parametric Study on Surface Roughness of Metallized Parts Manufactured by Additive Manufacturing

2019 ◽  
Vol 821 ◽  
pp. 137-143 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pavan Kumar Gurrala ◽  
Brijesh Tripathi
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene ◽  
Etching Time ◽  
Fused Deposition Modelling ◽  
Technological Evolution ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Copper Electroplating ◽  
Optimal Value ◽  
Butadiene Styrene

In the current technological evolution, additive manufacturing is taking a lead role in manufacturing of components for both prototyping as well as finished products. Metallization of the polymer parts has high potential to add value in-terms of metallic luster, improved strength, long shelf-life and better radiation resistance. Standard acid copper plating process has been adopted for deposition of copper on polymer parts manufactured by fused deposition modelling (FDM) technique. The parameters namely the etching time, voltage and the surface finish of the manufactured FDM parts are studied for their influence on the surface quality. Experiments have been designed using design of experiments strategy. Experiments have been conducted and surface roughness has been measured. Influence of each of the three parameters has been discussed in detail. For the reported process the optimal value of etching time of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) has been found in the range of 30 to 60 minutes along with applied voltage in the range of 1.5 to 2.5 Volts for copper electroplating.

A review of melt extrusion additive manufacturing processes: II. Materials, dimensional accuracy, and surface roughness

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 250-261 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian N. Turner ◽  
Scott A Gold
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Product Design ◽  
Fused Deposition Modeling ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Deposition Modeling ◽  
Am Processes

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to critically review the literature related to dimensional accuracy and surface roughness for fused deposition modeling and similar extrusion-based additive manufacturing or rapid prototyping processes. Design/methodology/approach – A systematic review of the literature was carried out by focusing on the relationship between process and product design parameters and the dimensional and surface properties of finished parts. Methods for evaluating these performance parameters are also reviewed. Findings – Fused deposition modeling® and related processes are the most widely used polymer rapid prototyping processes. For many applications, resolution, dimensional accuracy and surface roughness are among the most important properties in final parts. The influence of feedstock properties and system design on dimensional accuracy and resolution is reviewed. Thermal warping and shrinkage are often major sources of dimensional error in finished parts. This phenomenon is explored along with various approaches for evaluating dimensional accuracy. Product design parameters, in particular, slice height, strongly impact surface roughness. A geometric model for surface roughness is also reviewed. Originality/value – This represents the first review of extrusion AM processes focusing on dimensional accuracy and surface roughness. Understanding and improving relationships between materials, design parameters and the ultimate properties of finished parts will be key to improving extrusion AM processes and expanding their applications.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document