Description
Objectives
Students will be introduced to new processing techniques of materials. Students should be able to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the different techniques. Students should know how to interpret the several stages of an additive manufacturing process.
Syllabus
Principles of the additive manufacturing technologies: from the model to the object. Prototyping and processing. Modelling. Digital technologies. Consolidation of materials. Photopolymerization. Stereolithography. Consolidation of powders SLS and SLM. Laser assisted deposition. Materials selection and processes. Aplications of additive manufacturing technology. Biomedical and aerospace aplications. Molds. Bussiness models
Prerequisites
English required.
Cross Competence Component
-Critical and Innovative Thinking (e.g. creativity, strategic thinking, approaches to problem solving) -Interpersonal Skills (eg oral presentations, communication skills) communication and organization, teamwork, etc.) -Intrapersonal skills (eg self-discipline, enthusiasm, perseverance, self motivation, etc.) Soft skills will be evaluated in project presentations and account for 20% of the grade.
Laboratorial Component
Lab on cellular structures: flexural bending of equal weight specimens with different infills. Final project envolves 3D printing of a prototype.
Programming And Computing Component
NA.
Ethical Principles
All members of a group are responsible for the group’s work In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used. In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.