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

Author(s):  
Mohd Hairi Mohd Zaman ◽  
Mohd Hadri Hafiz Mokhtar ◽  
Mohd Faisal Ibrahim ◽  
Aqilah Baseri Huddin ◽  
Gan Kok Beng

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.

Author(s):  
Roydan Dsouza

3D Printing refers to a class of technology that can automatically construct 3-dimensional physical models from Computer Aided Design (CAD) data. Reduction of product development cycle time is a major concern in industries for achieving competitive advantage. Endodontic dentistry is the dental specialty concerned with the study and treatment of the dental pulp, and generally diagnose tooth pain and perform root canal treatment and other procedures relating to the interior of the tooth. This article, therefore, aims on being an assistive methodology in endodontics by applying 3D printing in order to reduce the strain involved in the tooth restoration process.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Cheng Long ◽  
Jin-hai Liu ◽  
Xiang-ping Chai ◽  
Xiang-feng Liu ◽  
Zhi-xi Duan

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.


Robotica ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Jonqlan Lin ◽  
Kuan-Chung Lai

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.


2021 ◽  
pp. 97-110
Author(s):  
V.V. Batrakov ◽  
A.I. Krylov ◽  
V.N. Saev ◽  
B.N. Nefyodov ◽  
V.M. Novichkov ◽  
...  

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.


Complexity ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chenxi Huang ◽  
Yisha Lan ◽  
Sirui Chen ◽  
Qing Liu ◽  
Xin Luo ◽  
...  

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.


2017 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 253-259 ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Graf

As the whole world gets more digital, so do we. This article provides a basic know-how for the CAD/CAM-workflow for metallic orthodontic appliances. Demonstrating step-by-step how to design the appliance on a digital cast and laser-melting (3D metal printing) it, till the final result, without any physical models.


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