Analysis of Wooden 3-D Printer with FDM Technology

Presented by
Abhishek Raj (2016139) Under the Supervision of
Raj Patel (2016126)
Dr.
Jaiyashdeep Shami (2016088)
Himanshu (2016117) Simanchal Kar

Department of Mechanical Engineering

National Institute of Technology Silchar
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 INTRODUCTION
(What?, Why? and How?)
 INTRODUCTION(What?)
 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is a process of
creating three-dimensional objects by layering material one thin
cross-section at a time, following a digital design.
 It can utilize various materials, including plastics, metals,
ceramics, and even organic substances, to build intricate and
customized structures.
 3D printers can produce a wide range of items, from prototypes
and spare parts to medical implants and artistic creations.
 The technology is highly versatile, enabling rapid prototyping and
small-scale production, reducing waste and production costs.
 It is widely used in industries such as aerospace, healthcare, Fig 1 : Application of 3 D Printer
automotive, and consumer goods.
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 INTRODUCTION(What?)

3D printing can significantly reduce lead

times in product development and
manufacturing processes.
It allows for complex and geometrically
intricate designs that would be difficult or
impossible to achieve through traditional
manufacturing methods.
As the technology advances, it holds the
potential to revolutionize manufacturing,
making it more accessible and
sustainable.
Fig 2 : Application of 3 D Printer
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 INTRODUCTION (Why we Use?)

 Rapid Prototyping: Quickly develop and test product

prototypes
 Customization: Tailor products to individual needs and
preferences.
 Complex Geometry: Create intricate and unconventional
designs.
 Low Volume Production: Efficient for small-batch and
custom production.
 Reduced Material Waste:Minimize waste in the
manufacturing process.
 Architectural Models: Build detailed models for design
visualization.
Fig 3 : Set of 3 D Printer
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 Sustainability: Reduces material waste and energy
consumption, contributing to eco-friendly manufacturing
practices.
 Wood Powder Use in 3 D Printing
 Finely milled wood having particles similar in grain is referred to as wood powder .

 In practice, a more precise definition of wood powder is wood particles passing through a 850 μm screen size (US standard
mesh size of 20) .

 Many researchers have gone beyond these definitions and classified biomass and other particles more concisely.

 Wood is one of many lignocellulosic materials. It describes particle size classification in a generic sense, which includes wood
and lignocellulosic materials.

 Researchers have used different types of binding agents including urea formaldehyde (UF), gypsum, methyl cellulose,
polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), polyactic acid (PLA), sodium silicate and cement for printing the object.

Fig 4. Particle size classification in a generic sense based on previous researchers and used wood powder size range in 3D
printing.
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 Description and Methodology

Fig 5 : 3-D Model of 3-D Printer

Fig 6: Structural Analysis of Conventional 3-D Printer a) With Fixed Support b) With Force Applied and Fixed Support
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 Description and Methodology (Contd.)

Fig 5 : Total Deformation of Conventional 3-D Printer a) With 0.65 Minute b) With time up to 1 Minute

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 Few Images of Our Work
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 METHODOLOGY

Fig. 7. The 3D printing process based on wood powder.

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SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

Fig. 9. The path from tree to 3D printed object

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Thank you

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