Additive Manufacturing

  1. Digital Workflow for Additive Manufacturing
    1. Workflow Overview
      1. From Concept to Physical Object
        1. Integration of Design, Preparation, and Production
        2. 3D Model Creation
          1. Computer-Aided Design
            1. CAD Software Options
              1. Parametric vs. Direct Modeling
                1. Design Considerations for AM
                2. 3D Scanning and Reverse Engineering
                  1. Types of 3D Scanners
                    1. Data Processing and Cleanup
                      1. Applications in AM
                      2. Generative Design and Topology Optimization
                        1. Principles of Generative Design
                          1. Topology Optimization Algorithms
                            1. Applications in Lightweighting
                          2. Digital File Formats
                            1. STL Format
                              1. File Structure and Limitations
                                1. Common Issues
                                  1. Holes and Non-Manifold Geometry
                                    1. Flipped Normals
                                    2. STL File Repair Techniques
                                    3. 3MF Format
                                      1. Features and Advantages
                                        1. Compatibility and Adoption
                                        2. AMF Format
                                          1. Features and Use Cases
                                            1. Color and Material Information
                                            2. Other File Formats
                                              1. OBJ Format
                                                1. STEP Format
                                              2. Slicing and Print Preparation
                                                1. Role of Slicing Software
                                                  1. Open Source vs. Proprietary Solutions
                                                  2. Key Slicing Parameters
                                                    1. Layer Height
                                                      1. Infill Density
                                                        1. Infill Patterns
                                                          1. Support Structures
                                                            1. Rafts, Brims, and Skirts
                                                              1. Shells and Perimeters
                                                              2. Toolpath Generation
                                                                1. G-code Structure and Syntax
                                                                  1. Customizing Toolpaths
                                                                    1. Machine-Specific Code Generation
                                                                  2. Machine Setup and Calibration
                                                                    1. Bed Leveling
                                                                      1. Manual Leveling Techniques
                                                                        1. Automatic Leveling Systems
                                                                        2. Nozzle and Material Calibration
                                                                          1. Extruder Calibration
                                                                            1. Flow Rate Adjustment
                                                                              1. Temperature Calibration
                                                                              2. Environmental Control
                                                                                1. Chamber Temperature
                                                                                  1. Humidity Control
                                                                                    1. Ventilation Requirements

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