CS426 Lecture 15 3D Printing

Flashcards about 3D Printing

Who developed the idea of Stereo Lithography (SLA) and the STL File format?

Charles Hall

Who developed Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)?

S. Scott Crump of Stratasys

Who created the RepRap Project (FFF/FDM)?

Adrian Bowyer

When did the patents for Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) printing process expire?

2009

In what year was the first 3D printed car (Strati) made?

2014

What are the two main categories of manufacturing processes discussed?

Additive and Subtractive

What is a key advantage of additive manufacturing?

Little to no waste

What is the significance of 3D printing on the International Space Station (ISS)?

Enables on-demand manufacturing of tools and parts in space.

What security risks are associated with 3D printing designs?

Designs can be hacked, leading to compromised products.

Name two common 3D printing processes.

Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Stereolithography (SLA)

List the main motion platforms used in 3D printing.

Cartesian, Delta, Polar, Scara, Triptheron, Radial

What are common materials used in 3D printing?

PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon, Carbon Fiber

What are the key components of a 3D printer's hot end assembly?

Nozzle, Heater cartridge, Thermistor, Heater block, Heat break, Heat sink

What is the function of firmware in a 3D printer?

Converts G-code into electrical signals for motor drivers, heaters, and fans.

Name common software used for 3D printing design.

Blender, Fusion360, OpenSCAD, Solidworks, FreeCAD

Name common slicing software used in 3D printing.

Cura and Slic3r

What is the function of slicing software?

Transforms 3D models into G-code.

Name software used for sending G-code to a 3D printer.

Repetier Host, Pronterface, Octoprint

Where can you find 3D models?

Yeggi, Myminifactory (MMF), Blendswap, Thingiverse

What are some common 3D printing faults?

Z-wobble, bed leveling issues, incorrect bed temperature, filament choice, nozzle size, support material placement, and infill percentage.