scholarly journals Geometric Accuracy and Mechanical Behavior of Polymer-Based Composite Curved Tubes produced by Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Asma Boumedine ◽  
Khaled Benfriha ◽  
Mohammad Ahmadifar ◽  
Samir Lecheb ◽  
Mohammadali SHIRINBAYAN ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Glass Fibers ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Geometric Accuracy ◽  
Fused Filament Fabrication ◽  
Dimensional Precision ◽  
Geometrical Quality ◽  
Selection Of

Abstract The present study aims to assess and characterize the effect of processing parameters including infill pattern and reinforcement type on the dimensional accuracy of products manufactured by Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) process as well as on the mechanical properties of the printed components. The reinforcements used were carbon, Kevlar and glass fibers supplied by MarkForged®; they were utilized to manufacture the PA6 matrix composite. The mechanical properties of the stated composites were compared. Finally, the results obtained confirmed that the selection of the appropriate type of the reinforcements and infill patterns among the several available types during the printing process is effective in improving the mechanical properties and also in providing a better geometrical quality of the surfaces and the consequent dimensional precision improvement of the parts printed by FFF process.

scholarly journals Performance Analysis of Colored PLA Products with a Fused Filament Fabrication Process

Polymers ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 1984 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roberto Spina
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Differential Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Performance Analysis ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Fused Filament Fabrication ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Experimental Activity ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Thermal Measurements

The objective of the present work is to study the influence of color additives used for the polylactic acid (PLA) filament on the final quality of fused filament fabrication (FFF) parts. The main processing parameters of FFF parts were evaluated, identifying the significant correlations between PLA properties and part performance, using a commercial FFF machine. The quality of the products was evaluated in terms of thermo-mechanical properties such as mechanical strength, principal material temperatures, and viscosity. These last properties were characterized using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) for the thermal measurements and a rotational rheometry (RHEO) for viscosity measurements. Cylindrical specimens were then produced for the compression test. The experimental activity and related testing of products are fully described, pointing out a significant difference in performance between parts made of different colored filaments.

Fused filament fabrication: A comprehensive review

2020 ◽  
pp. 089270572097062
Author(s):  
Sudhir Kumar ◽  
Rupinder Singh ◽  
TP Singh ◽  
Ajay Batish
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
3D Printing ◽  
Smart Materials ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
View Point ◽  
Fused Filament Fabrication ◽  
Comprehensive Review ◽  
Smart Composites ◽  
Complex Design

Fused filament fabrication (FFF) is one of the low cost additive manufacturing (AM) techniques capable of printing complex design (both with commercial and non-commercial feedstock filaments by using different processing parameters). In this paper a comprehensive review has been prepared on FFF operating capabilities from thermoplastics material’s view point. Various thermoplastic materials and composites available commercially and prepared at laboratory scale have been categorized based upon the reported studies performed (for thermal stability, mechanical properties etc.). It was observed that the nano composite based feed stock filament (prepared at lab scale) have edge over the micro-composites from thermo-mechanical properties view point. Further it has been noticed that the 3D printing is in changing phase and moving towards 4D printing of smart composites and designs. But hitherto little has been reported on printing of smart material with FFF platform. Further studies may be focused on printing of smart materials (both micro and nano composites) with FFF, as the low cost 3D printing solution in different engineering applications.

scholarly journals Mechanism of Chip Formation Process at Grinding

2019 ◽  
Vol 297 ◽  
pp. 09002
Author(s):  
Vyacheslav Shumyacher ◽  
Sergey Kryukov ◽  
Olga Kulik ◽  
Xavier Kennedy
Keyword(s):  
Formation Process ◽  
Chip Formation ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Cutting Speed ◽  
Dimensional Accuracy ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Abrasive Grain ◽  
Wave Heating ◽  
High Speed Grinding

The mechanism of chip formation process at grinding is described, which involves a high-speed interaction of abrasive grain and metal, which leads to a concentration of thermal energy in front of the dispersing element (grain), causing a locally concentrated shift in the metal microvolume. In “abrasive grain -metal” contact a dissipative structure is formed which existence is supported by exchange of energy and substance with environment. Due to shock compression of the metal microvolume with abrasive grain, shock-wave heating is realized, initiating emission of electrons ionizing the lubricating cooling fluid in the zone of formation of side micro-scratches left by abrasive. The results obtained in the course of the research can be used to explain the mechanisms of chip formation, as well as the course of the physical and mechanical processes occurring on the surface layers of the grinded workpieces. By controlling chip formation processes at high-speed grinding, by optimally selecting the appropriate ratios between cutting speed and other processing parameters, a reduction in process thermal density can be achieved, which, with the highest productivity, will allow to obtain the required quality of the surface layer of the workpieces and a given dimensional accuracy.

scholarly journals MATERIAL AND THERMAL ANALYSIS OF LASER SINTERTED PRODUCTS

2013 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-19 ◽  
Author(s):  
Radovan Hudák ◽  
Martin Šarik ◽  
Róbert Dadej ◽  
Jozef Živčák ◽  
Daniela Harachová
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Analysis ◽  
Heat Stress ◽  
Thermal Stresses ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Sintering Process ◽  
Input Processing ◽  
Thermal Simulations ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Selection Of

Abstract Thermal analysis of laser processes can be used to predict thermal stresses and consequently deformation in a completed part. Analysis of temperature is also the basic for feedback of laser processing parameters in manufacturing. The quality of laser sintered parts greatly depends on proper selection of the input processing parameters, material properties and support creation. In order to relatively big heat stress in the built part during sintering process, the thermal simulation and thermal analysis, which could help better understand and solve the issue of parts deformations is very important. Main aim of presented work is to prepare input parameters for thermal simulations by the use of RadTherm software (Thermoanalytics Inc., USA), directly during the sintering process and after the process and find out the impact of the heat stress on a final shape and size of the prototype. Subsequently, an annealing process of constructed products after DMLS could be simulated and specified.

DEVELOPMENT OF LASER CLADDING WEAR-RESISTANT COATING ON TITANIUM ALLOYS

2006 ◽  
Vol 13 (05) ◽  
pp. 645-654 ◽  
Author(s):  
RUILIANG BAO ◽  
HUIJUN YU ◽  
CHUANZHONG CHEN ◽  
BIAO QI ◽  
LIJIAN ZHANG
Keyword(s):  
Titanium Alloys ◽  
Laser Cladding ◽  
Strengthening Mechanism ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Wear Resistant Coating ◽  
Wear Resistant ◽  
Microstructure Characteristics ◽  
Resistant Coating ◽  
Selection Of

Laser cladding is an advanced surface modification technology with broad prospect in making wear-resistant coating on titanium alloys. In this paper, the influences of laser cladding processing parameters on the quality of coating are generalized as well as the selection of cladding materials on titanium alloys. The microstructure characteristics and strengthening mechanism of coating are also analyzed. In addition, the problems and precaution measures in the laser cladding are pointed out.

Method of Testing the Mechanical Properties of Vulcanizates Prepared from Latex as a Starting Material

1948 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 168-179
Author(s):  
Marcel Pirot
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Starting Material ◽  
Daily Production ◽  
Selection Of

Abstract With the method which has been described, it is possible to obtain reproducible results easily. It is hoped that the method will make it easier to study the properties of rubber mixtures prepared from latex. Furthermore the quantity of a latex mixture needed for such a test is small, i.e., of the order of 400 cc., so the method is particularly well adapted to the selection of Hevea trees on a basis of the quality of their latex. As a matter of fact, it will be easy in many cases to follow the collection of latex from a limited number of trees. It should even be possible, by using a single dipping form and reducing the size of the dipping tank, to follow the quality of the latex from the daily production of one tree, a procedure which is impossible with coagulated rubber.

scholarly journals Mechanical Properties of GFR & Graphite Epoxy Polymer Composites

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
pp. 560-565
Author(s):  
A. Aakash ◽  
S. Selvaraj
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Composite Material ◽  
Composite Materials ◽  
Polymer Composite ◽  
Epoxy Polymer ◽  
Significant Degree ◽  
Polymer Composite Material ◽  
Water Ingestion ◽  
Selection Of

Composite materials have the great potential and widely used as building material in numerous applications. Polymer composite material obtains the necessary properties in a controlled significant degree by the selection of strands and lattice. The properties of the materials have been selected by choosing the correct proportion of matrix and reinforcements. To build the quality of the material by expanding the fiber substance of the material. In this current examination, the mechanical properties of the glass fiber and graphite is strengthened with epoxy polymer composite were considered. Here the open embellishment method was received for the manufacture of the polymer composite The mechanical properties, for example, rigidity, compression quality, sway quality and water ingestion test was resolved according to the ASTM norms. The mechanical properties were improved as the filaments support content expanded in the grid material.

scholarly journals Curing Temperature Effects on the Tensile Properties and Hardness of γ−Fe2O3 Reinforced PDMS Nanocomposites

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Yvonne Konku-Asase ◽  
Abu Yaya ◽  
Kwabena Kan-Dapaah
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Biomedical Applications ◽  
Processing Parameters ◽  
Curing Temperature ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Chemical Bonds ◽  
Research Groups ◽  
Preparation Conditions ◽  
Selection Of

The mechanical properties of plain polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) and its nanocomposites have been exploited for various theranostic biomedical applications. Although several research groups have investigated the effects of preparation conditions—especially curing temperature and time—on bulk mechanical properties of plain PDMS, there are no reported similar studies for its nanocomposites. In this study, mechanical properties of PDMS reinforced by different volume fractions (ϕmnp=0–2 vol. %) of γ-Fe2O3 nanoparticles (NPs) were investigated and quantitative data presented for different curing temperatures (25, 100, and 150°C). To a large extent, γ-Fe2O3 NPs were uniformly dispersed in the PDMS matrix with no primary chemical bonds formed. For the temperatures tested, the data showed an increase for Young’s modulus (E) of about 170% (1.36–3.71 MPa) and a decrease of the ultimate tensile strength (UTS) of about 65% (6.48–2.93 MPa) with increasing concentration of the NPs. Furthermore, hardness (Shore A) (H) increased with curing temperature but decreased with concentration. Based on the findings, we conclude that the linear relationship between the calculated mechanical properties (E, UTS, H) and small ϕmnp is independent of the curing temperature. The experimental data provide useful background information for the selection of processing parameters for PDMS nanocomposite fabrication.

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