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Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction: Moving into Additive Manufacturing
Introduction
Misguided Focus Prevents Realization of AM Benefits
Lack of Skilled Workforce Limits Ability to Take Advantage of Opportunities
Manufacturing Processes
Traditional and AM Job Roles
New Technologies, Processes, and Materials
New Techniques
New IT Data and Software Skills
More Communication and Collaboration
New Design Processes and Technologies
New Tooling Capabilities
Enhanced Use of 3D Scanning and Nondestructive Testing
New Certification Requirements
How to Use This Book
References
Chapter 2 Is Additive Manufacturing the Right Solution?
Introduction
Additive Manufacturing Applications
A Brief History of AM
Selecting a Pilot AM Project
Identify a Pain Point
Piggyback on a Lean Initiative
Team Up with Experts
Foster an Experimental Atmosphere
Factors That Influence Success
Building a Business Case for AM
References
Chapter 3 What Design and Inputs Does Additive Manufacturing Require?
Introduction
Design for AM
Moving from Traditional Design to Design for AM
Design for DFAM
Component Design
Part Design
AM Design Guidelines
Topology Optimization
Generative Design
Process Design
Sources of Input
AMF and STL File Formats
CAD Systems and Software
3D Scanning
Medical Models
Other Sources
Standard Inputs by AM Technology
References
Chapter 4 What Materials Does Additive Manufacturing Use?
Introduction to AM Materials
Selecting AM Materials
Application
Performance
Aesthetics
Geometry
Polymers
Thermoplastics
Thermosets
Metals
Composites
Nonmetals
Biomaterial and Organics
Example: Creating Thermal Management Devices with Ultrasonic Additive Manufacturing (UAM)
Vat Photopolymerization
Example: 3D Printing of Hearing Aids with Vat Photopolymerization
Hybrid Systems
References
Chapter 6 What Machine and Build Preparation Occurs in Additive Manufacturing?
Introduction
General Machine and Build Preparation Tasks
Import and Fix the STL File
Edit and Prepare for Build Processing
Build Platform
Machine Calibration
AM Process-Specific Machine and Build Preparation
Vat Photopolymerization
Material Jetting
Binder Jetting
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction: Moving into Additive Manufacturing
Introduction
Misguided Focus Prevents Realization of AM Benefits
Lack of Skilled Workforce Limits Ability to Take Advantage of Opportunities
Manufacturing Processes
Traditional and AM Job Roles
New Technologies, Processes, and Materials
New Techniques
New IT Data and Software Skills
More Communication and Collaboration
New Design Processes and Technologies
New Tooling Capabilities
Enhanced Use of 3D Scanning and Nondestructive Testing
New Certification Requirements
How to Use This Book
References
Chapter 2 Is Additive Manufacturing the Right Solution?
Introduction
Additive Manufacturing Applications
A Brief History of AM
Selecting a Pilot AM Project
Identify a Pain Point
Piggyback on a Lean Initiative
Team Up with Experts
Foster an Experimental Atmosphere
Factors That Influence Success
Building a Business Case for AM
References
Chapter 3 What Design and Inputs Does Additive Manufacturing Require?
Introduction
Design for AM
Moving from Traditional Design to Design for AM
Design for DFAM
Component Design
Part Design
AM Design Guidelines
Topology Optimization
Generative Design
Process Design
Sources of Input
AMF and STL File Formats
CAD Systems and Software
3D Scanning
Medical Models
Other Sources
Standard Inputs by AM Technology
References
Chapter 4 What Materials Does Additive Manufacturing Use?
Introduction to AM Materials
Selecting AM Materials
Application
Performance
Aesthetics
Geometry
Polymers
Thermoplastics
Thermosets
Metals
Composites
Nonmetals
Biomaterial and Organics
Example: Creating Thermal Management Devices with Ultrasonic Additive Manufacturing (UAM)
Vat Photopolymerization
Example: 3D Printing of Hearing Aids with Vat Photopolymerization
Hybrid Systems
References
Chapter 6 What Machine and Build Preparation Occurs in Additive Manufacturing?
Introduction
General Machine and Build Preparation Tasks
Import and Fix the STL File
Edit and Prepare for Build Processing
Build Platform
Machine Calibration
AM Process-Specific Machine and Build Preparation
Vat Photopolymerization
Material Jetting
Binder Jetting