Electronic Design. March 2016, Vol. 64 Issue 3, p32, 4 p.
Subjects
Circuit designer, Integrated circuit design, Rapid prototyping, and Circuit design
Abstract
More and more, we're seeing novel ideas, products, and applications arise from enthusiast developer communities rather than big corporations. Think of all the recent technology products from crowd-funding sites like [...]
Alloys, 3D printing, Metal castings industry, and Founding
Abstract
The role of 3D printing in metalcasting operations remains somewhat undefined: there are excellent applications for printing sand as molds or cores, and there are practical uses of additive processes [...]
Printed circuit board, Circuit printing, Printed circuits, and Environmental engineering
Abstract
A "shift-left" PCB design verification solution within the engineer's authoring environment is the industry's first of its kind, claims developer Mentor, a Siemens business. This new Xpedition platform helps the [...]
New Equipment Digest. April 2019, Vol. 84 Issue 4, p11, 1 p.
Subjects
Packaging machinery and Packaging
Abstract
EAGLE-Omni blister machine, ideal for packaging development, materials testing, and production, performs forming, sealing and punching operations at sequential stations. The machine handles a wide range of forming materials--including PVC, [...]
Electronic Design. Jan 10, 2013, Vol. 61 Issue 1, p25, 4 p.
Subjects
Software quality, Robotics industry, Imaging technology, Software, Rapid prototyping, Internet software, Robotics, and Imaging systems
Abstract
TIME-TO-MARKET HAS NEVER been more important. But getting to market quickly is a challenge because of the myriad chores that must be finished before you can deliver a finished product. [...]
Foundry Management & Technology. July 2010, Vol. 138 Issue 7, p12, 4 p.
Subjects
Customer service, Support services, Rapid prototyping -- Methods, Metal castings industry -- Methods, Foundries -- Methods, and Customer service -- Methods
Abstract
Earlier this year, a new foundry started up in eastern Ohio, near Youngstown. Apart from the audacity of starting such a business in the teeth of such a challenging economy, [...]
A childhood love of turbines led to the design and eventual 3D printing of unusual aircraft engine that blends three distinct technologies. Nino Caldarola, an application specialist at Autodesk reseller [...]
Material Handling & Logistics. Jan-Feb, 2018, Vol. 73 Issue 1, p7, 1 p.
Subjects
ORBIS Corp., Packaging industry, Packaging, and Transportation equipment industry
Abstract
Orbis Corp., a provider of reusable packaging, has opened a 7,700 sq. ft. dunnage design and prototyping center in Spartanburg, S.C. The facility will enable Orbis to rapidly design and [...]
Machine Design. June 9, 2011, Vol. 83 Issue 10, p40, 3 p.
Subjects
Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Rapid prototyping
Abstract
In many areas of the country and the world, you can now visit a local "Fab Lab" (short for fabrication laboratory), often housed at a nearby community college or in [...]
Computer-Aided Engineering. April 1992, Vol. 11 Issue 4, p66, 5 p. photograph
Subjects
Computer-Aided Design, Rapid Prototyping, New Technique, Models, Prototypes, Engineering -- Design and construction, and Computer industry -- Product information
Abstract
Companies can produce a prototype from a computer-aided design (CAD) file within one or two days by using the services of one of the approximately 40 rapid prototyping (RP) service bureaus. The CAD system must interface with the RP equipment, the file format being particularly important. An STL file interfaces with most RP systems and can be created with a good CAD system. Alternatively, many software developers now offer STL translators. STL translators can be created only for solid-model CAD systems only, rather than for models that do not close. Surface models work only if they are designed to be watertight. Additionally, supports must be created for any cantilevers or other unsupported structures to develop a CAD model and it is often appropriate to allow the RP service bureau to create the supports themselves. Future alternatives to the STL format will allow users to create smooth, precise surfaces.
Rapid Prototyping, Service Bureaus, CAD/CAM, Tutorial, and CAD-CAM systems -- Usage
Abstract
A business can use a rapid prototyping (RP) service bureau instead of buying a RP system, which can cost anywhere from $50,000 to $550,000. The service bureau can not only act as a supplier but can also serve as an active consultant to the design process. A business needs to receive a job cost estimate first from the RP service bureau, providing all necessary design specifications such as tolerances and product use. The best way to transfer computer-aided files to the service bureau is to use the STL file protocol because it is recognized as the standard for hooking RP machines to computer-aided design systems. The cost of using a service bureau depends on the time it takes to convert data, the time to actually build the part on the RP system and the amount of time it takes to detail the finished product. One disadvantage of the system is a lack of security surrounding the product design even when nondisclosure agreements have been signed. The best use of a rapid prototyping system is when it builds complex parts. A directory of RP service bureaus is included.
Machine Design. Oct 18, 2012, Vol. 84 Issue 16, p44, 5 p.
Abstract
Mechanical equipment and related hardware routinely include springs in their designs. And in a perfect world, knowing the load and travel, an engineer can adjust the mating parts so that [...]
Computer-Aided Engineering. Oct 1992, Vol. 11 Issue 10, p84, 4 p. table
Subjects
Rapid Prototyping, Comparison, Manufacturing, Automobile industry, Automobiles, Chrysler Corp. -- Production management, Repetitive manufacturing systems -- Testing, Automobile industry -- Production management, and Automobiles -- Equipment and supplies
Abstract
When evaluating rapid prototyping systems it is important to measure the accuracy of the process, as well as the safety and durability of materials. Additionally, it is important to consider the cost of installation, training and maintenance. Chrysler's Jeep and Truck Engineering unit decided to produce a single automobile part on five rapid prototyping systems in order to compare them. Chrysler sent an STL of the speedometer adaptor to five companies: DTM, Cubital, Stratasys, Helisys and 3D Systems. Detailed is an overview of the comparisons between the five systems. Areas discussed include quality quantifications, price parameters, and the benchmark bottom line. Skill and experience of the operator can have a significant effect on the accuracy of the part produced.
Machine Design. Jan 14, 2010, Vol. 82 Issue 00, p58, 3 p.
Subjects
Social networks -- Social aspects, Computer-aided design -- Social aspects, and Rapid prototyping -- Social aspects
Abstract
Gordon, Leslie New approaches to rapid manufacturing let almost anyone inexpensively produce parts, products, and prototypes. So says Ted Hall, founder of ShopBotTools in Durham, N.C. Perhaps you recall the [...]
Motion System Design. Feb 1, 2012, Vol. 54 Issue 2
Subjects
Software quality, CAD/CAM software, CAD software, CAD-CAM systems -- Computer programs, Software, Computer-aided design, and Rapid prototyping
Abstract
When it comes to advanced design software, CAD programs such as ProEngineer, Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA, Solid Edge, and others are the gold standard. Many of these programs will be on [...]
Machine Design. Nov 18, 2010, Vol. 82 Issue 20, p32, 4 p.
Subjects
Automobile Industry, Panoz Auto Development Co., Solid Concepts Inc., Automobile industry, and Computer software industry
Abstract
Last year, 13 major U. S. suppliers to the auto industry either went bankrupt or had their assets foreclosed. The Original Equipment Suppliers Association says its members see things improving [...]
Machine Design. April 8, 2010, Vol. 82 Issue 6, p52, 4 p.
Abstract
Which rapid-prototyping technique works best for micromolded components? To find out, we developed a test part to send to several RP service bureaus. We designed the part to include many [...]
Foundry Management & Technology. March 2012, Vol. 140 Issue 3, p16, 3 p.
Subjects
Time to market, Metal castings industry -- International economic relations, Product development, 3D printing, Computer-aided design, and Founding
Abstract
First of all, stop thinking about "rapid prototyping": the processes used for decades now to convert design information from CAD format into solid materials have come so far in terms [...]
Machine Design. Dec 1, 2014, Vol. 86 Issue SI, p36, 1 p.
Subjects
Rapid prototyping
Abstract
Proto Labs is a technology-driven company committed to being a solution for getting things done quickly and a catalyst for great ideas. We have three distinct manufacturing services that produce [...]
Machine Design. Jan 8, 2009, Vol. 81 Issue 1, p63, 4 p.
Abstract
There's nothing like the rush of a new design idea. Maybe it hit you in the shower or just clicked when you opened that can of tomato soup. You have [...]
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