Thermo-mechanical model for a selective thermoplastic electrophotographic process for dimensional defects

Hao Ping Yeh*, Marta Rotari, Shuo Shan, Kenneth Ælkær Meinert, Jesper Henri Hattel, Murat Kulahci, David Bue Pedersen, Matteo Calaon

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Abstract

Additive manufacturing is a revolutionary method that relieves industries from the geometrical restrictions of their products. In this area, the Selective thermoplastic electrophotographic process (STEP) is a breakthrough approach that can obtain fast and highvolume production. Despite the STEP's excellent characteristics and achievements, the final products present dimensional defects which significantly impact their mechanical qualities. This study presents a prediction model of deformation behaviour by a finite element-based thermo-mechanical model. Additionally, a dimensional study was conducted on various STEP manufactures products. The work presents an analysis of the results of the dimensional measurements, highlighting the position of the products on the building plate. The dimensional evaluation of the STEP's products supports the thermo-mechanical model results.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEuropean Society for Precision Engineering and Nanotechnology, Conference Proceedings : 23rd International Conference and Exhibition, EUSPEN 2023
EditorsO. Riemer, C. Nisbet, D. Phillips
Publishereuspen
Publication date2023
Pages187-188
ISBN (Electronic)978-199899913-2
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event23rd International Conference of the European Society for Precision Engineering and Nanotechnology - Copenhagen, Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
Duration: 12 Jun 202316 Jun 2023

Conference

Conference23rd International Conference of the European Society for Precision Engineering and Nanotechnology
LocationCopenhagen, Denmark
Country/TerritoryDenmark
CityCopenhagen
Period12/06/202316/06/2023

Keywords

  • Additive manufacturing
  • Dimensional defects
  • Selective thermoplastic electrophotographic process
  • Thermo-mechanical model

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