Impact of fused deposition modelling printing parameters on part mass and strength

Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) is continually gaining popularity as an Advanced Manufacturing (AM) technology due to its cost- effectiveness, availability, and industrial potential while remaining affordable to individual consumers. One shortfall associated with using FDM is the lack of predictive...

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Main Authors: Swanepoel, Matthew, Botha, Ingrid Retha, Bright, Glen
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Deposition
Fused deposition modeling
Mechanical properties
Parameters
Research projects
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Summary:Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) is continually gaining popularity as an Advanced Manufacturing (AM) technology due to its cost- effectiveness, availability, and industrial potential while remaining affordable to individual consumers. One shortfall associated with using FDM is the lack of predictive methods to determine mechanical properties once slicing parameters have been applied. This paper details the empirical FDM parameter optimization process, which was undertaken as part of an aerial robotic research project. The variables of interest included reduced part mass while maintaining part strength in tension and flexure. Results indicated that the number of perimeter layers was more influential on part strength under tension and flexure than infill pattern and infill percentage. The ideal parameter conditions were practically validated in an aerial robotic prototype.
ISSN:2274-7214
2261-236X
DOI:10.1051/matecconf/202440607011