...One example of a document that communicates technical information is the Stratasys White Paper titled ‘Optimize Production for Agile Manufacturing.’ This document addresses multiple manufacturing applications and compares traditional methods of production to newer 3D printing techniques. Types of technical information that are communicated in the document include applications of 3D printers, visual examples of manufactured products, customer stories, and data charts. All of these aspects within the document came from years of research by Stratasys to “expand your knowledge of the potential of FDM technology” and persuade the reader to utilize 3D printing for manufacturing (Stratasys). Stratasys is one of the largest 3D printer companies in the world and has experience with different types of additive manufacturing technology more commonly known as 3D printing. In this document they educate the reader on the different applications of 3D printers such as jigs and fixtures, composite tooling, production parts, robotics, sand casting, and thermoforming....
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...[Energy Efficient Material as 3D Printing Supplies] Contents 1. Introduction 1.1 Background…………………………………………………………… 1.2 Definition of Terms…………………………………………………… 1.3 Objective……………………………………………………………… 1.4 Overview……………………………………………………………… 2. Needs for Energy Efficient Materials 2.1 Contemporarily Used Materials……………………………………… 2.2 Reason for Energy Efficient Materials……………………………… 3. Properties and Development of Energy Efficient Materials 3.1 Properties…………………………………………………………… 3.2 Development………………………………………………………… 4. Advantages and Disadvantages of 3D Printing Energy Efficient Supplies Compared to Conventional Materials 4.1 Advantages…………………………………………………………… 4.2 Disadvantages………………………………………………………… 5. Opportunities for the Development of Energy Efficient Materials in 3D Printing 6. Recommended Solutions to Deal with Challenges for Energy Efficient Materials in 3D Printing 7. Conclusion 8. References 3 Energy Efficient Material as 3D Printing Supplies 1. Introduction 1.1 Background The 3D printing technology has become popular nowadays (Sharma, 2013). This technology has made it possible for mankind to produce almost everything they can imagine. Furthermore, since the energy efficient material is a new concept that has been developed in recent years, a discussion on the potential application of those materials in this additive manufacturing method appears to be necessary. 1.2 Definition of Terms As the first issue of this essay, some key terms should be...
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...3D Printing: Manufacturing Randall Ballard, Jerry Boggs, Bol Bol, and Jiro Newton DeVry University LAS 432 Professor Lynn Wallace April 19, 2014 Table of Contents I. 3D Printing: Manufacturing – Randall, Jerry, Bol, and Jiro 4 II. How 3D Printing Works – Randall 4 a. 3D Printing or Additive Manufacturing? 5 b. Commercial Manufacturing 5 III. The Historical Development and Context of the Technology – Randall 6 c. Chuck Hall 6 i. Time line. 7 d. A 3D Printer in Every Home 7 IV. How New is the Technology? – Jerry 8 e. Is it Really Printing? 8 V. The Technology’s Potential to Disrupt Industries – Jerry 9 VI. Communicating With the 3D Printer – Jerry 9 f. The Process 10 ii. The 8-step process. 10 g. Reducing the Development Time 11 VII. Economic Considerations – Jerry 11 h. Rapid Prototyping 12 i. What Is the ROI? 12 j. Manufacturing Processes 13 iii. Economies of scale. 13 k. The Level of Interest 14 iv. Digitizing creative content. 14 v. Is it your creation? 15 l. Localization vs. Outsourcing 15 VIII. The Psychological Perspective & Social Effect – Jerry 16 m. A Paradigm Shift...
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...Jimmy Hernandez 11/24/2013 NT1110 Computer Structure and Logic Week 10 Research Project 3D Printing Today and Tomorrow I chose to do my research paper on 3D printing, were we are today and what the future looks like. While researching this project I learned that 3D printing has been around since the 80’s, and that it is also known as additive manufacturing. I chose this topic for a few reasons; first off this is a topic that has interested me fo a while now and I enjoy learning more about it. I believe this technology is going to have a huge impact on our future, like the computer, and the internet it will change the way we do things. I like that its impact is not limited to one area. I highlight in my project seven different areas that 3D printing is already being used and is reshaping those industries. One of these industries is architecture, construction, and engineering. Architects are using 3D printing to save time when putting together their scale models. In the future there will be no limitations to their designs; the reason for this being that construction companies are now experimenting with 3D printing to build parts of buildings. They have started to print using concrete and have been able to print up some wild angles and designs. These were difficult to pull off before because it was hard to make the form to pour the concrete. In the future architects and project managers will be able to work together and print sections of a building in one...
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...SKILLS FOR MANAGERS REPORT ON 3D PRINTING Presented by: Group 6 (Section B): Gautham Shetty (141202095) Kruthika S.L. (141202096) Rikith Soans (141202097) Sughosh R. Iyengar (141202098) Brajesh Kumar Pandey (141202099) INDEX Content Page No. 1. Introduction 3 2. History 4 3. The Evolution of 3D Printing 5 4. How the 3D Printing Works 6 5. General Principles of 3D Printing 7 6. Methods & Techniques 8 Selective Laser Sintering 8 Stereolithography 9 Fused Deposition Modelling 10 Laminated Object Manufacturing 11 7. Applications 12 8. Industrial & Personal Printing 13 9. The Cost of 3D Printers 14 10. Future 15 11. Effects of 3D Printing 16 12. Challenges 17 13. Conclusion 18 14. References 19 INTRODUCTION 3D printing is one of the emerging trends in the IT sector which has gained importance. Now a days, in the 21st century we can see that IT sectors plays a major role in development of all sectors. It has become the integral part of our life. IT has acted as a change agent in the present day scenario which has and will keep on bringing big changes in everyday life and 3D printers are one among the changes brought down from the IT sector. Printing is nothing but a process...
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...Z Corporation 3D Printing Technology Fast, Affordable and Uniquely Versatile Introduction Originally developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 1993, ThreeDimensional Printing technology (3DP™) forms the basis of Z Corporation’s prototyping process. 3DP technology creates 3D physical prototypes by solidifying layers of deposited powder using a liquid binder. By definition 3DP is an extremely versatile and rapid process accommodating geometry of varying complexity in hundreds of different applications, and supporting many types of materials. Z Corp. pioneered the commercial use of 3DP technology, developing 3D printers that leading manufacturers use to produce early concept models and product prototypes. Utilizing 3DP technology, Z Corp. has developed 3D printers that operate at unprecedented speeds, extremely low costs, and within a broad range of applications. This paper describes the core technology and its related applications. How does Z Corp.’s technology work? Source Data Z Corp.’s 3D printing technology leverages 3D source data, which often takes the form of computer-aided design (CAD) models. Mechanical CAD software packages, the first applications to create 3D data, have quickly become the standard for nearly all product development processes. Other industries such as architectural design have also embraced 3D technologies because of the overwhelming advantages they provide, including improved visualization, greater automation, and more...
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...Product Design 3D printing can help bring better products to market faster By Stratasys Inc. What is 3D printing? The terms “3D printing” and “additive manufacturing” refer to processes that automatically build objects layer by layer from computer data. The technology is already well-used in many sectors including transportation, health care, military and education. Uses include building concept models, functional prototypes, factory tooling (such as molds and robot-arm ends), and even finished goods (such as aircraft internal components). The aerospace and medical industries in particular have developed advanced applications for 3D printing. 3D printing is sometimes referred to as “rapid prototyping,” but this term does not encompass all current uses for the technology. Materials used in 3D printing include resins, plastics and, in some cases, metal. 3D PRINTER Since 3D printing’s inception, system reliability and model quality have increased, resulting in diverse applications. At the same time, prices have gone down to the point where some systems are affordable even for small businesses. In a 2011 report, Wohlers Associates predicted that worldwide annual sales of additive manufacturing systems will reach 15,000 units by 2015 — more than double the 2010 rate. Lower-priced professional systems will drive most of this growth.1 In FDM Technology™, printer software on the user’s Windows network or workstation accepts computer-aided design (CAD) data in major 3D file formats...
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...SEMINAR REPORT ON: 3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY SUBMITTED BY: NAME: PRANATI DASH ROLL NO: 1021019 UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF: PROF.ASHUTOSH BEHERA PROF.MANOJ MISHRA PROF.JAYANTI DANSANA SCHOOL OF COMPUTER ENGINEERING KIIT UNIVERSITY BHUBANESWAR-24. Seminar Report-2014-15 3d Printing CERTIFICATE This is to certify that the report entitled “3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY” is submitted by Pranati Dash (1021019) in 8th semester at School of Computer Engineering, KIIT University, and Bhubaneswar during the academic year 2014 as Seminar Report, under my constant guidance and supervision. The matter embodied in this report is original. X Examiner X Prof.Ashutosh Behura Seminar Guide X Examiner Seminar Report-2014-15 3d Printing ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I would like to thank everyone who helped to see this seminar to completion. In particular, I would like to thank my seminar coordinator, Prof. Ashutosh Behura for the moral support and guidance to complete my seminar on time. I express my gratitude to all my friends for their support and help in this seminar. Last, but not the least I wish to express my gratitude to God almighty for his abundant blessings, without which this seminar would not have been successful. Seminar Report-2014-15 3d Printing ABSTRACT The last two decades ended in the midst of revolution caused by a technology that was barely noticeable at the beginning of the decade. In 1980 few would have guessed that personal computer along with...
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...Alfred State College Technology Forecast & Assessment of 3D Printing Anthony Prete TMGT 7003: Technology Innovation 27 September 2015 Table of Contents Executive Summary 2 Introduction 3 Application Areas of 3D Printing 4 Innovation Type 4 Product or Process or Organizational 5 Radical or Incremental 5 Component or Architectural 5 Competency Enhancing or Competency Destroying 6 Technology Life Cycle Stage 6 Pre- Commercial or Commercial Period 6 Field Trials 6 Technology Divergence & Convergence 6 Technological Divergence 6 Technological Convergence 7 Technology Forecast 7 Future-Aligning 8 Self-Fulfilling 9 Forecast Intent 9 Factors Impacting Adoption 9 Technological Factors 9 Social Factors 9 Economic Factors 9 Political Factors 10 Ecological Factors 10 3D Printing is Coming 10 Works Cited 11 Executive Summary You might have heard of 3D printing from newscasters and journalists, astonished at what they’ve witnessed. It can print in plastic, metal, nylon, and over a hundred of other materials. 3D printing can be used to print little objects of candy to producing a whole apartment complex. 3D printing has been used over recent years to print small scale objects. However, some architects and other construction professionals are looking to introduce 3D printing technology in the construction industry. The research below will cover: application areas of the technology, type of innovation, technology life...
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...assignment is in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the module ES1531/GEK1549/GET1021 Critical Thinking and Writing. Date: Title: Ameliorating energy poverty of Mongolian nomads: introducing improved portable power solutions Main claim: This paper argues that the energy poverty of Mongolian nomads is caused by lack of electricity network and current measures are insufficient in mitigating energy poverty. The implementation of improved portable wind turbines and the Biolite HomeStove is proposed to significantly reduce energy poverty. Ameliorating energy poverty of Mongolian nomads: introducing improved portable power solutions In the world energy outlook 2010 report, the International Energy Agency (IEA), United Nations Development Programme and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization defined energy poverty as a condition in which the lack of energy deprives access to modern energy services such as clean cooking and central heating (IEA, 2010). This paper argues that energy poverty is prevalent among Mongolian nomads and the lack of electricity network is the cause of energy poverty. Current measures are insufficient in mitigating energy poverty and thus this paper proposes the implementation of improved portable wind turbines and the Biolite HomeStove to effectively reduce energy poverty. Problems There are three indicators that signal the problem of energy poverty persisting...
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...Research Paper Outline I. Introduction A) Hook – For thousands of years, humans have never really known what existed beyond what we could see with our own eyes. B) General Statements/Explain the Controversy – Advocates for space exploration say that there are much advantages that push humankind towards a better tomorrow. Opponents argue that there is an huge cost put into research and development C) Thesis Statement and Forecast – I think that the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages because of the benefits that people will inherit and that the economic benefit we receive is a lot more than the cost we put into it. II. Body (Arguments) A) Transition and Topic Sentence for Reason #1 – We can use the new technology 1) Supporting Detail - Not possible without NASA (Wilson, Space Program Benefits) 2) Supporting Detail -Things from fiberglass to GPS (Wilson, Space Program Benefits) 3) Supporting Detail - More investment, more commercialized (Wilson, Space Program Benefits) B) Transition and Topic Sentence for Reason #2 – The exploration development basic necessities 1) Supporting Detail - NASA started water program (Dunbar, “Water Water Everywhere!”) 2) Supporting Detail - Based off design for astronauts (Dunbar, “Water Water Everywhere!”) 3) Supporting Detail - Inexpensive, useful (Dunbar, “Water Water Everywhere!”) C) Transition and Topic Sentence for Reason #3 –The exploration extended to help people in medicine 1) Supporting...
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...for product applications of 3-dimmensional printing exist: products to improve individual personal life, such as hearing aids and prosthetic limbs; engineering parts for many consumer products, such as many components of engines, guns and even musical instruments. Whichever contextual application of this technology is desired and utilized, both ethical benefits and weaknesses exist. Multiple American companies including General Electric, Boeing, Nike, Honeywell and others have used this technology in manufacturing motor components, shoes, solar panels and other consumer products. Endless potential applications of 3-dimmensional printing exist for future developments. Interestingly, printing of meat for human consumption as an alternative to harvesting meat from animals is currently being researched. In 2008 PeTA offered a $1 million X-Prize style reward for the first group to synthetically develop such commercially viable meat. This is one case in which proposing ethical dilemmas exist, and the many alternative controversies this topic entails. Further bioethical dilemma’s and considerations exist and will be discussed in detail. Technology To fully understand any ethical dilemmas encapsulating this technology, a considerate knowledge of 3-dimmensional printing is required. First, we will look into the general technology of designing, preparing and yielding products. Only then, applications of bio-printing, and the corresponding controversies and ethical...
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...Sigma and lean methodologies, and manufacturing systems engineering. He also manages two rapid prototyping systems at UTSA. His current research interests include sustainability of manufacturing systems and web-based applications in manufacturing. Mr. Firasath Ahmed Syed, University of Texas, San Antonio Syed Firasath Ahmed is a master’s student in advanced manufacturing and enterprise engineering at the University of Texas, San Antonio. He is a Graduate Research Assistant and helps with 3D Printing needs that arise in the Mechanical Engineering Department. He has experience in working with two rapid prototyping machines present in the university namely ”dimension SST 1200es” and ”Z Printer ZP450.” He received his B.S. degree from Osmania University, India, in 2010. His research interests include rapid prototyping, manufacturing engineering, system simulation, and lean systems. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Preparing to Use Rapid Prototyping: Lessons Learned from Design and Manufacturing Projects Abstract Rapid prototyping (RP), also known as 3D Printing, has gained an important role in engineering education. It can be used to fabricate mechanical designs in a timely manner and hence is useful for design and manufacturing courses. In fact, many higher education institutions now have RP machines for research and teaching. Current literature reports that involving RP...
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...3-D Printing Will Change the World The versatile 3-D printing technology that has recently emerged seems to have the potential to create dramatic, game-changing new possibilities within a variety of existing businesses (D’aveni, 2013). The technology adapts the previously existing, seemingly banal technology of printer toner, utilizing a method based off of that technology to produce solid objects constructed from substances sprayed from within the 3-D printer itself. This technology is likely to become particularly important, because it will allow for the possibility of manufacturing items physically closer to their point of destination at more economical price points, perhaps rendering much of the loss of relative industrial strength that many Western countries have experienced over the last century irrelevant. Perhaps just as critically, 3-D printing creates the potential for nearly infinite customization of existing items to user specifications, since this customization will not require alterations to machinery, but merely slight changes to a technological blueprint contained in the software uploaded to the printer. This will likely enable the printer’s user to apply their imagination to new possessions as has never been possible in the past, creating a set of products that are more specialized to user tastes than any products of the same kind in the past, except at a much higher price point. In addition to these ideas, D’aveni also suggests this technology should erode...
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...Front. Mech. Eng. 2013, 8(3): 215–243 DOI 10.1007/s11465-013-0248-8 REVIEW ARTICLE Nannan GUO, Ming C. LEU Additive manufacturing: technology, applications and research needs © Higher Education Press and Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg 2013 Abstract Additive manufacturing (AM) technology has been researched and developed for more than 20 years. Rather than removing materials, AM processes make three-dimensional parts directly from CAD models by adding materials layer by layer, offering the beneficial ability to build parts with geometric and material complexities that could not be produced by subtractive manufacturing processes. Through intensive research over the past two decades, significant progress has been made in the development and commercialization of new and innovative AM processes, as well as numerous practical applications in aerospace, automotive, biomedical, energy and other fields. This paper reviews the main processes, materials and applications of the current AM technology and presents future research needs for this technology. Keywords additive manufacturing (AM), AM processes, AM materials, AM applications 1 Introduction The ASTM F42 Technical Committee defines additive manufacturing (AM) as the “process of joining materials to make objects from three-dimensional (3D) model data, usually layer upon layer, as opposed to subtractive manufacturing methodologies” [1]. It is also known as additive fabrication, additive processes, direct digital...
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