Precision rapid mould by transferred coating

2002 ◽  
Vol 216 (5) ◽  
pp. 753-759
Author(s):  
Z Shan ◽  
Y Yan ◽  
R Zhang ◽  
J Liang
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
Manufacturing Process ◽  
Production Cost ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Rapid Tooling ◽  
Coating Materials ◽  
Production Cycles ◽  
Rt Process

The technique of precision rapid mould by transferred coating forming is an innovative rapid tooling (RT) process. It combines many techniques such as transferred coating and rapid prototyping. The main advantages of this process compared with other RT processes are low investment and production cost, shorter production cycles and many kinds of scale tool. The manufacturing process and the coating materials have been researched. The results of application show that net shape production may be fabricated in 2–7 days. The surface roughness of tools, Ra, can reach 1.6–6.3 äm, and dimensional accuracy may attain CT4-CT6.

scholarly journals The Production of Plaster Molds with Patternless Process Technology

2015 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 91-94 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Pastirčák ◽  
A. Sládek ◽  
E. Kucharčíková
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
Feed Rate ◽  
Manufacturing Process ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Mold Cavity ◽  
Drying Process ◽  
Process Technology ◽  
Batch Production ◽  
Gravity Casting

Abstract The work deals with technology Patternless process that combines 3 manufacturing process mold by using rapid prototyping technology, conventional sand formation and 3D milling. It's unconventional technology that has been developed to produce large-sized and heavyduty castings weighing up to several tons. It is used mainly in prototype and small batch production, because eliminating production of models. The work deals with the production of blocks for making molds of gypsum and gypsum drying process technology Thermomold. Into blocks, where were made cavities by milling were casted test castings from AlSi10MgMn alloy by gravity casting. At machining of the mold cavity was varied feed rate of tool of cemented carbide. Evaluated was the surface roughness of test castings, that was to 5 micrometers with feed from 900 to 1300 mm/min. The dimensional accuracy of castings was high at feed rate of 1000 and 1500 mm/min did not exceed 0.025 mm.

A Digital Near Net Shape Manufacturing Propeller with Complex Surface

2011 ◽  
Vol 201-203 ◽  
pp. 117-120
Author(s):  
Zhong Fei Jiao ◽  
Shan Yao ◽  
Shu Ming Zhao ◽  
Feng Zeng ◽  
Di Wu
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Casting Process ◽  
Complex Surface ◽  
High Accuracy ◽  
Parametric Modeling ◽  
Marine Propeller ◽  
3D Cad ◽  
Near Net Shape

An integrated digital routine is applied in the near net shape manufacturing of marine propeller. Firstly, the 3D CAD file of propeller is created by parametric modeling. Secondly, the propeller casting process is simulated using CAE software, through which an optimized casting scheme is obtained. Thirdly, fabricates the mold using laser rapid prototyping and cast the metal propeller. Finally, evaluate the casting precision performance. CAD, CAE and CAM are integrated in this process. The dimensional accuracy of the final piece is controlled within 1mm and its surface roughness achieves Ra 6.3μm. The result shows that the pattern-less casting of propeller can be achieved by this method, reducing cost and performing high accuracy.

Evaluation of Direct Rapid Prototyping Pattern for Investment Casting

2012 ◽  
Vol 463-464 ◽  
pp. 226-233 ◽  
Author(s):  
M.F.M. Omar ◽  
S. Sharif ◽  
M. Ibrahim ◽  
H. Hehsan ◽  
M.N.M. Busari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
Investment Casting ◽  
Fused Deposition Modeling ◽  
Ceramic Powder ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Rp Process ◽  
Burn Out ◽  
Quality Assessments

The ability of rapid prototyping (RP) technology to fabricate direct part of any complex shape as a sacrificial pattern in shorter lead time has benefited the foundry industries significantly. The quality of investment casting (IC) parts is directly related to the master pattern fabricated from RP process. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the quality characteristics of various RP patterns that were fabricated by various RP processes which include 3D Printer (3DP), Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Multijet Modeling (MJM). Evaluation of the RP patterns was carried out on dimensional accuracy, surface roughness and pattern shrinkage. Different internal pattern designs for the RP parts were developed using Insight software for FDM process and Solidworks 2011 for other RP systems. In addition to the quality assessments, the effect of the internal pattern designs on the burn out behaviour of the RP patterns was also evaluated. Experimental results showed that FDM and MJM produced patterns with better accuracy, surface roughness and part shrinkage when compared to 3DP. It was evident that the internal pattern structure improved the accuracy of the patterns produced from all RP processes. Results showed that FDM and MJM processes were superior in terms of mold cleanliness when no residual ash was observed during the burn out stage. Significant oxidation of ceramic powder was observed on the molds of the 3DP patterns which need to be removed manually from the molds.

Studies on Rapid Prototyping Pattern Using PLA Material and FDM Technique

2013 ◽  
Vol 465-466 ◽  
pp. 1070-1074 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mustaffa Ibrahim ◽  
M.N. Hafsa
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
Fused Deposition Modeling ◽  
Hollow Structure ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Response Analysis ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Pattern Structure ◽  
Master Pattern ◽  
Part Orientation

The development of Rapid Prototyping (RP) gave the consumer the ability to form prototype or a component of the prototype that can be directly used in assemblies and product testing for short or medium production with the least time consumed. The purpose of this paper is to study the dimensional accuracy and surface roughness for RP part as a master pattern for Investment Casting (IC) process. The material that been used is Polylactic acid (PLA) using a technique of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM). The effects of internal pattern structure and part orientation during fabrication on the part master pattern can analyze from the response analysis. Results shows that PLA/FDM produced better accuracy and surface roughness when the part is fabricated with internal pattern structure compare to hollow structure. The internal pattern structures improved the quality of part and capable to supporting the design so that less warping or shrink. Part that built with 90o part orientation produced better accuracy and surface roughness compare to 0o part orientation.

Comparative Analysis of Different Methods of Rapid Tooling

2005 ◽  
Vol 475-479 ◽  
pp. 2873-2876
Author(s):  
Charles Martin ◽  
J.V. Sasutil ◽  
M. Kouhkan ◽  
E. Lorea ◽  
Rafiq Noorani
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Fused Deposition Modeling ◽  
Selective Laser Sintering ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Laser Sintering ◽  
Rapid Tooling ◽  
Composite Manufacturing ◽  
Fused Deposition ◽  
Deposition Modeling ◽  
Overall Performance

The purpose of this experiment was to compare different techniques that help improve conventional tooling. The methods investigated were chosen from both the methods of Rapid Tooling: direct and indirect. Six different methods were selected including, Sand Casting, Investment Casting, Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Direct Composite Manufacturing (DCM), Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), and Stereolithography (SLA). Several industrial corporations were contacted to help complete all six tests. Five parameters were selected for the comparison of these samples: dimensional accuracy, tensile strength, surface roughness, time for completion, and weight. Through comparison the strengths and weaknesses of each method was determined. It was found that different methods did better in various parameters. However, Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) seemed to have the best overall performance.

scholarly journals Metal Machining—Recent Advances, Applications, and Challenges

Metals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 580
Author(s):  
Francisco J. G. Silva
Keyword(s):  
Surface Finish ◽  
Manufacturing Process ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Machining Process ◽  
High Dimensional ◽  
Manufacturing Processes ◽  
Recent Advances ◽  
Metal Machining ◽  
Rapid Manufacture

Though new manufacturing processes that revolutionize the landscape regarding the rapid manufacture of parts have recently emerged, the machining process remains alive and up-to-date in this context, always presenting itself as a manufacturing process with several variants and allowing for high dimensional accuracy and high levels of surface finish [...]

scholarly journals Dimensional Accuracy of Dental Models for Three-Unit Prostheses Fabricated by Various 3D Printing Technologies

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (6) ◽  
pp. 1550
Author(s):  
Soo-Yeon Yoo ◽  
Seong-Kyun Kim ◽  
Seong-Joo Heo ◽  
Jai-Young Koak ◽  
Joung-Gyu Kim
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
3D Analysis ◽  
Digital Light Processing ◽  
Test Models ◽  
Reference File ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Jet Printing ◽  
3D Printed

Previous studies on accuracy of three-dimensional (3D) printed model focused on full arch measurements at few points. The aim of this study was to examine the dimensional accuracy of 3D-printed models which were teeth-prepped for three-unit fixed prostheses, especially at margin and proximal contact areas. The prepped dental model was scanned with a desktop scanner. Using this reference file, test models were fabricated by digital light processing (DLP), Multi-Jet printing (MJP), and stereo-lithography apparatus (SLA) techniques. We calculated the accuracy (trueness and precision) of 3D-printed models on 3D planes, and deviations of each measured points at buccolingual and mesiodistal planes. We also analyzed the surface roughness of resin printed models. For overall 3D analysis, MJP showed significantly higher accuracy (trueness) than DLP and SLA techniques; however, there was not any statistically significant difference on precision. For deviations on margins of molar tooth and distance to proximal contact, MJP showed significantly accurate results; however, for a premolar tooth, there was no significant difference between the groups. 3D color maps of printed models showed contraction buccolingually, and surface roughness of the models fabricated by MJP technique was observed as the lowest. The accuracy of the 3D-printed resin models by DLP, MJP, and SLA techniques showed a clinically acceptable range to use as a working model for manufacturing dental prostheses

Evaluation of Parts Produced by a Novel Additive Manufacturing Process

2013 ◽  
Vol 315 ◽  
pp. 63-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Fahad ◽  
Neil Hopkinson
Keyword(s):  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
Manufacturing Process ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Coordinate Measuring Machine ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
Nylon 12 ◽  
Measuring Machine ◽  
End Use

Rapid prototyping refers to building three dimensional parts in a tool-less, layer by layer manner using the CAD geometry of the part. Additive Manufacturing (AM) is the name given to the application of rapid prototyping technologies to produce functional, end use items. Since AM is relatively new area of manufacturing processes, various processes are being developed and analyzed for their performance (mainly speed and accuracy). This paper deals with the design of a new benchmark part to analyze the flatness of parts produced on High Speed Sintering (HSS) which is a novel Additive Manufacturing process and is currently being developed at Loughborough University. The designed benchmark part comprised of various features such as cubes, holes, cylinders, spheres and cones on a flat base and the build material used for these parts was nylon 12 powder. Flatness and curvature of the base of these parts were measured using a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) and the results are discussed in relation to the operating parameters of the process.The result show changes in the flatness of part with the depth of part in the bed which is attributed to the thermal gradient within the build envelope during build.

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