3-D PRINTING

CONTENTS
1
Introduction

2
History

3
Resolution

4
Advantages

5
Applications
 WHAT IS 3-D PRINTING?
• Three-dimensional printing is a
method of converting a virtual 3D
model into a physical object.

• 3-D printing is a form of additive

manufacturing technology where
three dimensional objects are
created by successive layers of
material.
Additive manufacturing: is the process of making a part or product by adding
successive layers of material in a relatively efficient way,
 What is 3-D Printer?

A device which is used for 3-D printing is

called 3-D Printer.

Uses

These printers use in the industrial design,

architecture, automotive, aerospace, dental
and medical industries.

In recent years 3D printers have become

financially accessible to small and medium
sized business, so it is use both in heavy
industry and in the office environment.
 HISTORY
Previous means of producing a prototype typically took many hours,
tools, and skilled labor. For example, after a new street light was digitally
designed, drawings were sent to skilled craftspeople where the design on
paper was followed and a three-dimensional prototype was produced in
wood ,which was too expensive and time taking. Hence the need to
develop a faster and cheaper process to produce prototypes. As an
answer to this need, rapid prototyping was born.

INVENTION
 "Three-Dimensional Printing - A Tool
for Solid Modeling" was presented and
officially "published" at the April 1991
Conference of the National Computer
Graphics Association.
HISTORY CONT'D
CRITICISIM
 It seemed that most attendees  were convinced that
computer graphics would very soon eliminate the
use of physical models for "visualization."  Recently,
more people seem to realize that "real physical
models" cannot be replaced by "virtual models." 

FORD MOTOR COMPANY

 It has even been reported that Ford Motor Company has resumed
cooperation with art schools in order to train the next generation of
"clay modelers" for the visualization of automobiles.
 
 RESOLUTION
 Resolution is given in layer thickness and X-Y
resolution in dpi (dot per inch).
 Typical layer thickness is around
100 micrometers (0.1 mm), while X-Y resolution
is comparable to that of laser printers.
 The particles (3D dots) are around 50 to
100 micrometers (0.05-0.1 mm) in diameter.
 Advantages of 3D Printing

The most successful companies have adopted 3D printing as a

critical part of the iterative design process to

Increase Innovation
Print prototypes in hours, obtain feedback, refine designs and repeat the
cycle until designs are perfect

Improve Communication
Hold a full color, realistic 3D model in your hands to impart infinitely
more information than a computer image.
Create physical 3D models quickly, easily and affordably for a wide
variety of applications.
Advantages CONT’D
Speed Time To Market
Compress design cycles by 3D printing multiple prototypes on demand, right
in your office.

Reduce Development Costs

Cut traditional prototyping and tooling costs Identify design errors earlier.
Reduce travel to production facilities.

Win Business
Bring realistic 3D models to prospective accounts, sponsors and focus groups.
 ADVANTAGES CONT’D

Some Interesting Advantages

 A two part urethane can be added to the model to give it the properties of
rubber.
 Models can be electroplated to give the look and feel of a range of
metals.
 Manufactured model parts can be combined with real parts to produce a
fully functioning product that can then be tested and evaluated.
 APPLICATIONS

Standard applications include

 Design visualization
 Prototyping/Modeling
 Metal casting
 Architecture
 Education
 Healthcare
 Entertainment/Retail
 APPLICATIONS CON’D
Product Mockups:

 With a 3D Printer, you can create mockups (models) of your product within hours.
Many users have saved a lot of time and money by creating product mockups.

 
Geometric complexity:
 Objects can be formed with any geometric complexity without the need for
elaborate machine setup or final assembly;

Manageable:

 Additive fabrication systems reduce the construction of complex objects to a

manageable, straightforward, and relatively fast process.
 APPLICATIONS CONT’D
Engineering:
 Engineers only have to make a 3D graphic
image & have it using a 3D printer.

Architecture. 
 Architects need to create models
of their designs.

 They make models in a short time

and with a higher degree of
accuracy.
 
 APPLICATIONS CONT’D
Education:
 3D printing allows teachers to create
more accurate visual aids for
students
 They learn more about the subject
matter.

Advertising and marketing. Advertisers

and marketers need their clients to have a
more solid idea of the products they are
selling. Creating 3D models of their
products gives them an edge that can
boost their sales.
Applications

Medicine.
 There are many medical cases where
surgical procedures can be a touch-and-
go thing.
 A single error and loss of life.
 Many surgeons now use 3D to practice
on the procedure.
 It gives them more confidence and
increases their chances of success in the
operation.
PRESENTED BY
 MUHAMMAD UMAR SAIFI
 MIAN UZAIR SARFARAZ
 NAUMAN AHMED
 WAQAS GILLANI
 ADIL MEHMOOD