ISSN:
0144-5154
Source:
Emerald Fulltext Archive Database 1994-2005
Topics:
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
Notes:
Examines the coming together of the three technologies of 3DComputer-aided design, laser technology and additive techniques whichhas made rapid prototyping a reality for designers. Describes the variousrapid prototyping techniques, giving their advantages and disadvantages,covering stereolithography, selective laser sintering [SLS], fuseddeposition modelling [FDM], solid ground curing and laminatedobject manufacturing [LOM]. Looks at the increasing accuracy of themodels. Discusses the next generation of RP machines and how they will affectthe design process. Concludes that the new techniques of rapid prototypinghave become established in the design and product development worlds and arenow making in-roads into manufacturing.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000004204
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