Automation of postprocessing parts and materials creating using the selective laser sintering technology

• Main Authors: Romanova-Bolshakova, I. K., Filimonov, A. S., Chernyshov, N. M.
• Format: Conference Proceeding
• Language: English
• Subjects: Automation; Hazardous materials; Laser sintering; Sintering (powder metallurgy)
• ISSN: 0094-243X; 1551-7616
• DOI: 10.1063/5.0151972

Currently, enterprises building a production process using selective laser sintering (SLS) technology need human labor. This is necessary for processing the manufactured part after sintering and transporting materials between devices involved in the production process. In SLS technology, many materials are used, including those hazardous to human health and life. Also, the materials used in the production and processing process are powders and fill the air space around the machines. The presence of such powders in the air is especially dangerous for humans. So, workers in factories using SLS technologies in their products need to use special personal protective equipment. Harmful substances are mainly discharged during the sifting of unused material after producing the part and cleaning the part itself from the powder. Currently, these processes are non-automated, which poses a threat to life and health for employees. Using modern technologies and automation tools, it is possible to reduce the impact of negative factors and emissions of highly toxic substances into the atmosphere. As a result, options for solving the above problem of the production cycle are proposed. By automating individual operations of the manufacturing process using selective laser sintering technology, it seems possible to minimize the impact of highly toxic materials on the human body.