Machinery

Introduction to additive manufacturing technologies, basic principles and development of additive manufacturing, comparison of additive and conventional manufacturing methods, 3D modeling and digital model preparation, STL and similar file formats, slicing software and process parameters, FDM/FFF, SLA, DLP, SLS, and metal additive manufacturing methods, materials used in additive manufacturing, support structures and layer thickness, production planning, part orientation, surface quality and dimensional accuracy, post-processing, quality control, types of defects, and industrial applications of additive manufacturing.

The aim of this course is to provide knowledge of the basic principles, materials, manufacturing methods, and applications of additive manufacturing technologies. The course aims to develop fundamental knowledge and skills in 3D modeling, preparation of digital models for production, understanding the operating principles of different additive manufacturing methods, selecting suitable materials and processes, and evaluating the quality of manufactured parts.