Title: Additive manufacturing mechanical property assessment and part candidate screening

Authors: David M. Dietrich, Michael W. Hayes, Frank Liou

Addresses: Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409, USA; The Boeing Company, 8900 Frost Avenue, M/C S245-1003, Berkeley, MO 63134, USA. ' The Boeing Company, 8900 Frost Avenue, M/C S245-1003, Berkeley, MO 63134, USA. ' Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Missouri University of Science and Technology, 292B Toomey Hall, 400 W. 13th Street, Rolla, MO 65409, USA

Abstract: The field of rapid prototyping has demonstrated elements of production to become rapid manufacturing (RM). Key elements of this transition involve a distinct requirement for a consistent mechanical property evaluation technique to be used as a baseline for direct part fabrication. This research portrays proven techniques developed by industry to evaluate additive manufacturing (AM) for a variety of applications. Data are generated using the techniques provided and are applied to the generation of statistical analysis assessments. These data are compiled and used by design engineers to assess the technical feasibility of RM for integrated designs. Fused deposition modelling is gaining ground for AM applications. The research provided offers a path for technical specification development using case examples.

Keywords: FDM; fused deposition modelling; FDM mechanical properties evaluation; rapid manufacturing testing; additive manufacturing; part screening; part candidate screening; DOE; design of experiments; integrated design; rapid prototyping.

DOI: 10.1504/IJRAPIDM.2011.040688

International Journal of Rapid Manufacturing, 2011 Vol.2 No.1/2, pp.28 - 55

Published online: 18 Feb 2015 *

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