Rapid Prototyping Principles and Applications [Hardcover]

Rapid prototyping is a faster, more cost-effective method for building prototypes from three-dimensional computer-aided design (CAD) drawings. Rapid Prototyping provides a fundamental overview of the general manufacturing process and presents the principles and applications of designing and fabricating parts in a format that makes learning easy. This user-friendly text features basic information on layered manufacturing processes, the essential vocabulary of nomenclature, numerous review exercises, case studies, a full section of rapid prototyping applications, helpful material for further study, applications to real-world problems, and more.Preface.

Acknowledgments.

About the Author.

1 Introduction.

1.1 Introduction.

1.2 World of RP.

1.3 History of RP.

1.4 Development of RP Systems.

1.5 Applications in Education and Industry.

1.6 Case Study: Fabricating a Prototype Using 3D Printing.

1.7 Summary.

2 Principles of Rapid Prototyping.

2.1 Principles of Automated Processes.

2.2 RP Fundamentals.

2.3 Problems with STL File Format.

2.4 Other Translators.

2.5 Case Study: Designing and Prototyping a Spur Gear.

2.6 Summary.

3 Liquid-Based RP Systems.

3.1 Classification of RP Systems.

3.2 3D Systems’ Stereolithography Apparatus (SLA).

3.3 D-MEC’s Solid Creation System.

3.4 CMET Solid Object UV Laser Plotter.

3.5 Summary.

4 Solid-Based RP Systems.

4.1 lÓ3