Developing Robust 3D Printed Parts For Automotive Application Using Design For Additive Manufacturing And Optimization Techniques

Abstract

AbstractAdditive Manufacturing (AM) is catching increased attention in the recent past due to its critical contributions in the 4th Industry revolution, commonly known as Industry 4.0. AM has come a long way from manufacturing proto parts to functionally capable parts with various enhancements to suit variety of applications. AM is proven to be the effective way to manufacture parts faster and economical than conventionally manufactured parts especially in low volume productions. This agility makes AM the most suited manufacturing technique for better integration between different industries and domains as the need for better collaboration increases. It's increased flexibility to manufacture functional parts is pushing the industry to go for 3D printed parts. As the skill requirements to design the components for AM is different than conventional manufacturing, product designers are facing increased challenges to design for AM. Printing and post processing methodologies have close connection with quality of parts. This research article analyzes various aspects right from the importance of Design for AM (DfAM), material consumption and quality of the parts. This article also talks about the importance of print and part design optimization methodologies.