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ME 57401 - Additive Manufacturing

Credit Hours: 3.00.  During this course, students evaluate the engineering aspects and physical principles of available AM technologies (binder and material jetting, sheet lamination, vat photopolymerization, directed energy deposition, powder bed fusion, and material extrusion technologies) as well as these technologies’ most relevant applications and criteria in order to successfully select the AM technology that is best suited for the embodiment of a particular design (material compatibility, interface issues, strength requirements). The topics of this course are grouped into three modules: (1) AM Technologies (2) Design for AM (3) AM Process Planning. During the first module (50% of the course), the historical development of AM is examined and then the underlying physical principles of current AM technologies are evaluated. The second module (25% of the course) focuses on investigating the mathematical principles and technical aspects of design optimization methods for AM (including topology optimization). The third module (25% of the course) incorporates product evaluation (mechanical properties and dimensional accuracy), process optimization, and applications. Students taking this course will create original products using CAD/CAE systems and topology optimization tools. Students will hone skills on image post-processing, segmentation, vectorization, and generation of STL files. Students also will execute tasks using several 3D printers and manipulate different AM technologies including material extrusion, vat photopolymerization, and powder-bed fusion. They will also have the opportunity to visit local industries in the areas of manufacturing, design, and materials.Credits: 3.00