ProtoMax 3D Printer Project
Project Information
Year: Aug. 2020 – May 2021
Group Members: Morsedul Islam, Yang He, Yousef Chaudhary, Ibrahima Doukoure, Akram Shubon, Juan Tlilayatzi
Task
The process began from conducting several research to set the benchmark for standard sizes and all the other components associated with the design since 3D printing is a complex process, which incorporates a wide array of disciplines in order to operate. A 3D model of the ProtoMax 3D printer is designed using CAD software (SolidWorks). With a complete 3D model, a finite element analysis was performed to validate the structural integrity of the ProtoMax 3D printer as well as performed the thermal analysis. Under the common loadings, the ProtoMax 3D printer 3D model performs well.
Design and Analysis Processes
In this figure (Left) assembly used in the linear static analysis, (Right) a vertical load applied to the center of the simplified model.
In the top left figure, maximum displacements occur at the guiding rods. In the top right figure, Maximum von mises stresses occur at the guiding rods. In comparison with the yield strength, the results obtained suggest that the applied load would not affect the deformation of the guiding rods and would be able to withstand the applied load of the extruder. It was shown that significant stress would most likely occur near the connections between the mounts and rods.
Manufacturing Processes
In the top left figure, 3D printer base with guiding rod and linear bearing. In the bottom left figure, heating bed placed on top of the heating bed holder. In the right side figure, Assembled X-axis mounted on the Z-axis profile.
In the figures (Top) mainboard with all connections, (Right) LCD smart display screen controller.
In the top figures, (Left) 3D model of camera servo gimbal, (Right) 3D model of controller box. In the bottom figures (Left) PCB used for controller, (Right) remote controller box with camera full assembly.
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