Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner

Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner
 
Discover how to shift from traditional to additive manufacturing processes with this core resource from industry leaders
 
Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner delivers a vital examination of the methods and techniques needed to transition from traditional to additive manufacturing. The book explains how traditional manufacturing work roles change as various industries move into additive manufacturing and describes the flow of the typical production process in additive manufacturing. Detailed explorations of the processes, inputs, machine and build preparation, post-processing, and best practices are included, as well as real-world examples of the principles discussed within.
 
Every chapter includes a problems and opportunities section that prompts readers to apply the book's techniques to their own work. Diagrams and tables are distributed liberally throughout the work to present concepts visually, and key options and decisions are highlighted to assist the reader in understanding how additive manufacturing changes traditional workflows. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of
* A thorough introduction on how to move into additive manufacturing, including the identification of a manufacturing opportunity and its characteristics
* An exploration of how to determine if additive manufacturing is the right solution, with descriptions of the origins of additive manufacturing and the current state of the technology
* An examination of the materials used in additive manufacturing, including polymers, composites, metals, plasters, and biomaterials
* A discussion of choosing an additive manufacturing technology and process
 
Perfect for mechanical engineers, manufacturing professionals, technicians, and designers new to additive manufacturing, Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner will also earn a place in the libraries of technical, vocational, and continuing education audiences seeking to improve their skills with additive manufacturing workflows.

List of contents

Chapter 1 Introduction: Moving into Additive Manufacturing 1
 
Introduction 2
 
Manufacturing Processes 5
 
Traditional and AM Job Roles 8
 
Case Conclusion: Developing Knowledge and Skills in AM 15
 
How to Use This Book 16
 
References 19
 
Chapter 2 Is Additive Manufacturing the Right Solution? 21
 
Introduction 22
 
Additive Manufacturing Applications 23
 
AM Notable 1: 24
 
AM Notable 2: 33
 
A Brief History of AM 33
 
Selecting a Pilot AM Project 35
 
AM Notable 3: 38
 
Case Conclusion: Identifying AM Applications for a Pilot Project 39
 
References 41
 
Chapter 3 What Design and Inputs Does Additive Manufacturing Require? 43
 
Introduction 44
 
Design for AM 45
 
Design for DFAM 45
 
Component Design 47
 
AM Notable 3.1 50
 
Part Design 50AM Notable 3.2 54
 
Process Design 57
 
AM Notable 3.3 58
 
Sources of Input 58
 
AMF and STL File Formats 59
 
References 63
 
Chapter 4 What Materials Does Additive Manufacturing Use? 65
 
Introduction to AM Materials 66
 
Selecting AM Materials 67
 
Polymers 69
 
AM Notable 4.1 3D Printing a Ride to Mars 73
 
AM Notable 4.2 Chicken Feathers - Not Just for Pillows Anymore! 75
 
AM Notable 4.3 3D Print a House in 24 Hours for $10k (or less) 78
 
References 82
 
Chapter 5 Which Additive Manufacturing Technology and Process Are Right for My Solution? 85
 
Introduction 86
 
Binder Jetting 88
 
Directed Energy Deposition 90
 
Material Extrusion 92
 
Material Jetting 94
 
Powder Bed Fusion 96
 
Sheet Lamination 98
 
Vat Photopolymerization 99
 
Hybrid Systems 102
 
References 103
 
Chapter 6 What Machine and Build Preparation Occurs in Additive Manufacturing? 105
 
Introduction 106
 
AM Notable 6.1 106
 
General Machine and Build Preparation Tasks 107
 
AM Notable 6.2 111
 
AM Process-Specific Machine and Build Preparation 111
 
AM Notable 6.3 121
 
References 122
 
Chapter 7 What Occurs During the Additive Manufacturing Build Process? 123
 
Introduction 124
 
Quality in AM 124
 
Build Planning and the Build Process 128
 
Build Process 133
 
References 138
 
Chapter 8 What Happens after the Additive Manufacturing Build Process Is Complete? 141
 
Introduction 142
 
Part Removal 143
 
Material Removal 144
 
Support Removal 146
 
Treating 147
 
Finishing 147
 
Inspection 148
 
Summary of Post-Processing Methods 148
 
References 150
 
Chapter 9 What Do We Do to Move to Additive Manufacturing? 153
 
Introduction 153
 
AM Implementation Roadmap 154
 
Identify a Vision and Strategy 155
 
Prepare to Manage Change 157
 
Acquire AM Systems Access and Support 158
 
Develop AM Workflows 161
 
Develop Your AM Workforce 162
 
Monitor Results and Adjust 164
 
References 165
 
Chapter 10 Where Can I Learn More? 167
 
Introduction 167
 
AM Acronyms and Terminology 167
 
AM Job Postings and Employment Information 168
 
AM Education and Training 169
 
AM Professional Certification 170
 
AM Body of Knowledge (AMBOK) 170
 
AM University Consortia and Centers of Excellence 171
 
AM Service Bureaus and Vendors 171
 
AM Material Se

About the author

Sheku Kamara is Dean of Applied Research at Milwaukee School of Engineering, where he supervises the school's Applied Technology Center. He is past Chair of the Additive Manufacturing Users Group and co-managed the development of the Additive Manufacturing Body of Knowledge and the Additive Manufacturing Certificate Program for SME and America Makes.
Kathy S. Faggiani, PhD, is former Director of Graduate and Professional Studies at Milwaukee School of Engineering and served as Associate Director of Curriculum and Programs for Business and Technology at Capella University. She co-authored the Additive Manufacturing Body of Knowledge and the Additive Manufacturing Certificate Program for SME and America Makes.

Summary

Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner

Discover how to shift from traditional to additive manufacturing processes with this core resource from industry leaders

Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner delivers a vital examination of the methods and techniques needed to transition from traditional to additive manufacturing. The book explains how traditional manufacturing work roles change as various industries move into additive manufacturing and describes the flow of the typical production process in additive manufacturing. Detailed explorations of the processes, inputs, machine and build preparation, post-processing, and best practices are included, as well as real-world examples of the principles discussed within.

Every chapter includes a problems and opportunities section that prompts readers to apply the book's techniques to their own work. Diagrams and tables are distributed liberally throughout the work to present concepts visually, and key options and decisions are highlighted to assist the reader in understanding how additive manufacturing changes traditional workflows. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of
* A thorough introduction on how to move into additive manufacturing, including the identification of a manufacturing opportunity and its characteristics
* An exploration of how to determine if additive manufacturing is the right solution, with descriptions of the origins of additive manufacturing and the current state of the technology
* An examination of the materials used in additive manufacturing, including polymers, composites, metals, plasters, and biomaterials
* A discussion of choosing an additive manufacturing technology and process

Perfect for mechanical engineers, manufacturing professionals, technicians, and designers new to additive manufacturing, Fundamentals of Additive Manufacturing for the Practitioner will also earn a place in the libraries of technical, vocational, and continuing education audiences seeking to improve their skills with additive manufacturing workflows.

Product details

• Authors: Kathy S Faggiani, Kathy S. Faggiani, S Kamara, Shek Kamara, Sheku Kamara, Sheku (Milwaukee School of Engineering Kamara, Sheku Faggiani Kamara, Kamara Sheku
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 30.06.2021
• EAN: 9781119750383
• ISBN: 978-1-119-75038-3
• No. of pages: 192
• Series: Additive Manufacturing Skills; Additive Manufacturing Skills in Practice.
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology > Mechanical engineering, production engineering; Maschinenbau, Produktion, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrielle Verfahrenstechnik, Produktion i. d. Industriellen Verfahrenstechnik, Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing, Spezialthemen Maschinenbau, Mechanical Engineering Special Topics, Allg. Maschinenbau