Additive Manufacturing Lab
MEP DC 604 0 – 0– 4 = 2
To design and manufacture a mechanical component using FDM 3D
Experiment 1:
printing
To analyze and optimize key printing parameters, including layer height,
Experiment 2:
print speed, temperature, and infill patterns.
To assess various material options such as PLA, ABS, PETG, and others for
Experiment 3:
3D printing applications.
To evaluate the mechanical properties by conducting tensile, compression,
Experiment 4:
and impact testing on 3D-printed samples.
To analyze the effect of various materials and printing parameters on the
Experiment 5:
mechanical behavior of 3D-printed samples.
To investigate the prevalent defects, including warping, layer separation,
Experiment 6:
and surface roughness in 3D printed parts.
To assess the effect of different post-processing methods, including sanding,
Experiment 7:
painting, vapor smoothing, and annealing for 3D-printed parts.
Design and Fabrication of a Functional Part for Real-World Applications:
Identify a real-world problem or application that necessitates a
functional component.
Project Work: Design and manufacture the part using appropriate materials and
optimized printing parameters.
Test and validate the part's performance in its intended application to
ensure functionality and reliability.