Design for the Controller of Desktop 3D Printer

2014 ◽  
Vol 672-674 ◽  
pp. 894-897
Author(s):  
Ruo Dong Huang ◽  
Xin Wang ◽  
Yi Hui Zheng ◽  
Li Xue Li ◽  
Xi Kui Sheng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Software Design ◽  
Stepper Motor ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
The Core ◽  
Whole Process ◽  
Materials Used ◽  
Avr Microcontroller ◽  
Rapid Prototyping Manufacturing

3D printing, is a kind of rapid prototyping manufacturing, fabricating expected objects by way of cumulative constructed layer by layer, based on digital model files and powdered materials used. In this paper, the controller of desktop 3D printer is designed and carried out, both from the hardware and software part. For hardware design, a 32-bit ARM core microcontroller, STM32F103VB is selected as the core, supplemented by stepper motor driver chips, thermocouple digital converters and other devices, which build a desktop 3D printer controller panel. For software design, referred to open-source design being based on the AVR microcontroller, the whole process of 3D printing is accomplished by programming the ARM core microcontroller.

ESTIMATION OF TRIBOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF SELECTED PLASTICS MATERIALS MANUFACTURED BY EXTRUSION AND 3D PRINTING

Tribologia ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 294 (6) ◽  
pp. 7-12
Author(s):  
Henryk Bąkowski ◽  
Zbigniew Krzysiak
Keyword(s):  
Wear Resistance ◽  
3D Printing ◽  
Aluminium Alloy ◽  
Tribological Properties ◽  
Dry Friction ◽  
Tribological Characteristics ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Reciprocating Motion ◽  
Block System ◽  
Materials Used

The following work presents the results of research about the assessment of tribological properties of plastics used as components in modes of transport. For this purpose, the wear resistance of materials used in 3D printing (PA6CF and ABS), and extrusion moulding (PA) were tested. The tribological research was carried out with the use of the T-05 tester in the roller-block system. The samples in the form of cuboids with a concave rounding of one wall were made on a 3D printer using the FDM method. The counter-sample was a ring made of aluminium alloy subjected to anodizing. The research was carried out under a variable loads, in reciprocating motion, under dry friction conditions. After that the tribological characteristics were assessed. The research and analysis of the results confirmed the possibility of using selected plastics in modes of transport.

Work Head for 3D Printing of Insulated Walls from One-Stage Polystyrene Concrete

2020 ◽  
Vol 992 ◽  
pp. 194-199
Author(s):  
V.V. Molodin ◽  
E.V. Vasenkov ◽  
P.L. Timin
Keyword(s):  
Thermal Treatment ◽  
3D Printing ◽  
Uniform Distribution ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Thermal Characteristics ◽  
Electric Heating ◽  
Initial Mixture ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
One Stage

The 3D printer technology of insulating walls, using the technology of one-stage polystyrene concrete laid with electric heating of the initial mixture is described. This technology test’s results, confirming the possibility of layer-by-layer molding of the insulated wall with the bead polystyrene’s filler mixture was subjected to electro thermal treatment directly in the working head of the 3D printer were carried out. Polystyrene swells, changing the thermal characteristics of the material and, at the same time, compacting the mixture, and the 3D printer forms a quick-hardening working layer of a wall, being built from the hot mixture that is losing its mobility. The technological features of molding a wall of one-stage polystyrene concrete by a 3D printer, the uniform distribution of polystyrene granules in it and its strength were investigated. The possibility of the proposed technology using in the construction industry was proved.

scholarly journals The Influence of Different Slicer Software on 3d Printing Products Accuracy and Surface Roughness

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 371-380
Author(s):  
Sally Cahyati ◽  
◽  
Haris Risqy Aziz
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
3D Printing ◽  
3D Model ◽  
High Surface ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
Additive Manufacturing Technology ◽  
Printing Machine

Rapid Prototyping (RP) is a manufacturing process that produces a 3D model CAD to be a real product rapidly by using additive manufacturing technology. In this case, the product will print layer by layer uses a 3D printer machine. The 3D printer requires slicer software to convert CAD data into data that a 3D printer machine can read. Research is done to analyze the effect of three kinds of slicer software on 3D printing objects on the accuracy and surface roughness of the product. The 3D model CAD is sliced using three different slicer software, namely Ideamaker, Repetier Host, and Cura. The slice model result from each slicer will be printed on a 3D printer machine with the same process parameters to be compared. Then the product's dimensional and surface roughness will be measured to determine the effect of each slicer on product quality. The best quality of the product reflected the most suitable slicer software for the 3D printing machine that used. The best results achieved by Cura slicer because it has resulted in small dimensional deviations (max 0,0308±0,0079) and stabile high surface roughness of the product (max 1,585+059).

Mortar for 3D Printing Based on Gypsum Binders

2021 ◽  
Vol 1037 ◽  
pp. 26-31
Author(s):  
Ekaterina Potapova ◽  
Tatiana Guseva ◽  
Kirill Shchelchkov ◽  
Hans Bertram Fischer
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Structural Design ◽  
High Speed ◽  
High Viscosity ◽  
Solid Model ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
Adhesive Properties ◽  
Binding Material ◽  
Complex Shapes

3D construction printer - is an innovative construction approach with which building elements can be constructed without the use of formwork and you to get products of various complex shapes with minimal time and material costs. Binder 3D printing technology results in a cheap and high-speed construction method that allows greater freedom in both architectural and structural design of concrete. The principle of operation of a 3D printer is based on the principle of gradual (layer-by-layer) creation of a solid model, which is, as it were, "grown" from a certain binding material. The working mixture must have thixotropic and adhesive properties, it must be workable by the printer and at the same time not spread under the influence of subsequent layers. Therefore, it is important to select the composition of the composition of the working mixture. This paper presents the results of a study on the development of the composition of a working mixture based on a gypsum-cement-pozzolanic binder. The developed composition of the gypsum-cement-pozzolanic binder with a complex of modifying additives is characterized by low spreadability, high viscosity and is easy to lay.

Development and Application of Open CNC System Based on DMC Motion Controller

2012 ◽  
Vol 542-543 ◽  
pp. 1163-1166
Author(s):  
Zhong Wei Ren ◽  
Ming Song ◽  
Lin Yang
Keyword(s):  
Motion Control ◽  
Software Design ◽  
Servo Motor ◽  
Motion Controller ◽  
Open Cnc ◽  
The Core ◽  
Whole Process ◽  
Hardware System ◽  
Special Machine ◽  
Open Cnc System

The hardware system of a special machine tool was improved by the structure of "PC + motion controller" by DMC 1832 controller, meanwhile software design was implemented by VB6.0. The entire motion control system was responsible for the motion controller by using the PC as the core processing section. The whole process of lathe processing was controlled by servo motor, the overall framework of transformation was given. The system has been applied to process the superfine adjustable slender axis. In addition, the system can be secondly developed according to the actual processing needs, it has broad application prospects.

scholarly journals Analysis of Mechanical Properties of Polylactic Acid Using a New 3D Printer Nozzle

2018 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 666-675
Author(s):  
Nor Aiman Sukindar ◽  
Mohd Khairol Anuar Mohd Ariffin ◽  
B. T. Hang Tuah Baharudin ◽  
Che Nor Aiza Jaafar ◽  
Mohd Idris Shah Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
3D Printing ◽  
Polylactic Acid ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Extrusion Process ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Stability And Accuracy

Additive manufacturing, also known as three-dimensional (3D) printing, is the process of developing 3D products in a layer-by-layer manner using filament as a material feedstock to create a solid structure. Owing to its unique properties and advantages, which include biodegradability and printing speed, polylactic acid is one of the most common 3D printing extrusion materials. While a considerable attention has been paid to the manipulation of process parameters in order to achieve desired finished product quality, to date less research has been performed on improving the hardware systems of low-cost 3D printers. This study focuses on fabricating the 3D printer nozzle parts, with an emphasis on die angle, nozzle diameter, liquefier design, and insulator composition. Modifying the properties of these components from the conventional nozzle, it is possible to optimize the stability and accuracy of the extrusion process, leading to better-quality printed products. To demonstrate the capability of the new nozzle, its tensile and compressive strengths were compared to those of a conventional nozzle. The obtained results proved that the proposed augmentations to the nozzle system lead to finished products with improved mechanical properties.

Freeform 3D-Printing of Pure Ceramics

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammadreza Mahmoudi ◽  
Scott R. Burlison ◽  
Salvador Moreno ◽  
Majid Minary
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
Preceramic Polymer ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Three Dimensional Printing ◽  
3D Print ◽  
Whole Process ◽  
Low Viscosity ◽  
Crosslinking Process

Abstract Polymer derived ceramics (PDC’s) offer a unique opportunity to 3D-print ceramics; however, 3D printing of such polymers require it to be combined with specialized light-sensitive agents and layer-by-layer crosslinking using an optical beam due to their low viscosity. Here, three-dimensional printing of ceramics enabled by dispensing the preceramic polymer from a nozzle inside a yield stress fluid is being demonstrated. The printed parts are crosslinked in the same gel. After crosslinking process, the printed parts are taken out of the gel and prepared for high temperature pyrolysis process that converts the cured parts to ceramic. The specially designed gel was three orders of magnitude more viscous than the preceramic polymer at no shear, which provided a stable medium during the whole process for maintaining the shape of the printed material and prevented possible instabilities. The SEM images of the cross section of the specimens showed that the printed material was dense and without any apparent porosity or cracks. Statistical analysis on the mechanical properties of the printed preceramic polymer specimens revealed that the printed specimens had characteristic strength (∼257 MPa).

scholarly journals Design and Development of a Delta 3D Printer Using Salvaged E-Waste Materials

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Anthony Simons ◽  
Kossi L. M. Avegnon ◽  
Cyrus Addy
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Work Rate ◽  
Stepper Motor ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Design And Development ◽  
The World ◽  
Stepper Motors ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Design Calculations ◽  
Stable Linear

The next phase of industrialization in the world is the use of 3D printing technology. Various 3D printing technologies are employed all over the world and for different purposes, from 3D printed houses to 3D printed food nutrients. Printer movement is achieved by carriages moving in a clearly defined X, Y, and Z orientation. The 3D printer has a lower work rate; subsequently, many printouts consume a lot of time due to their complexity. This paper elaborates on the design and development of a faster and fixed build platform 3D printer (Delta 3D printer) using locally available materials and e-waste. The Delta 3D printer movement is faster with a stable bed. Printer movement is achieved using three vertical axes placed 120° apart. Accuracy and speed are achieved with the use of NEMA 17 stepper motors to drive the various carriages on the vertical axes. Design calculations show that the least force delivered by the stepper motor is 1.73 N which exceeds 0.8334 N, the weight of the load to be carried. Furthermore, a stepper motor must turn 80 steps (rotational motion) in order to achieve 1 mm advance (linear motion). This ensures a higher printout resolution. In place of traditional linear rails, locally sourced square pipes were adopted coupled with bearings and a 3D printed carriage support, and a relatively cheaper but stable linear rail was developed. The goal of this research was to develop an alternative easy-to-build Delta 3D printer using locally sourced materials. This goal of this research was achieved, and the developed prototype was test-run under load conditions. It is recommended that salvaged e-waste should be properly managed for easy acquisition.

scholarly journals 3D Printing Technology for Thermal Application: A Brief Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 83 (2) ◽  
pp. 84-97
Author(s):  
Rajan Kumaresan ◽  
Mahendran Samykano ◽  
Kumaran Kadirgama ◽  
Devarajan Ramasamy ◽  
Ngui Wai Keng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
3D Printing ◽  
Complex Geometry ◽  
Layer By Layer ◽  
3 Dimensional ◽  
Household Products ◽  
3D Printed ◽  
Large Production ◽  
Materials Used ◽  
Nozzle Temperature ◽  
Further Development

3D printing is an emerging technology to construct complex geometry by adapting layer-by-layer addition technique from a 3-dimensional CAD model. Mass customization, freedom of design, and wastage minimization are the main advantages of Additive Manufacturing (AM) based 3D printing. 3D printing is currently used in many sectors worldwide, such as automotive, aerospace, agriculture, medical, electronics, and other household products. However, the usage of the AM technique is limited in large production sectors due to the limitation of the materials and properties of the produced parts. In this review, the different methods of 3D printing, the materials used in different processes, various fields of applications, and the properties of the different approaches are discussed. Also, the effect of process parameters such as layer thickness, nozzle temperature, platform temperature, printing speed, extruding rate, and layer height in 3d printing was reviewed. This will be helpful for further development of 3D printed product quality and applications in various sectors.

The Research on the Ashtray Designed with UG NX and Manufactured Basing on Rapid Prototyping Manufacturing

2014 ◽  
Vol 912-914 ◽  
pp. 850-854
Author(s):  
Wen Jin Wu ◽  
Zhong Yun Xu
Keyword(s):  
Rapid Prototyping ◽  
3D Printer ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Whole Process ◽  
Rapid Prototyping Manufacturing

3Dprinter is a popular topic today, Designers, engineers and educators-thousandsof professionals rely on 3D printer to test and perfect their work with 3Dmodeling. This paper described the mature rapid prototyping manufacturing in present-day, design of ashtray model based on UGNX, describedthe whole process of using the CatalystEX to automatic slice,how does ashtray model print using the uPrint 3D printer.

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