Tag: Fusion 360

Topology optimization and FEA

Topology optimization takes a series of steps from original shape to optimized result. Either in Altair inspire or Autodesk Fusion 360, the programs have a very straightforward workflow already laid out as a linear progression … We want to minimize mass while maintaining stiffness. In this case we must take into consideration all features that must… Continue reading Topology optimization and FEA

Injection mold inserts

New materials for AM, like Ceramic resin printing, gives the opportunity for faster and cheaper printing. New or yet developed AM methods or post processing techniques could produce finer surface details eliminating the need for traditional manufacturing for complex injection molding tooling. Some polymer AM, like continuous resin printing, and metal AM, like single pass… Continue reading Injection mold inserts

Conformal cooling

Additive manufacturing allows us the opportunity to easily add complexity to a design that was previously difficult or impossible to manufacture. Here we use the benefits of additive manufacturing to redesign a vacuum forming mold with internal cooling channels with the goal of decreasing cycle time of the vacuum forming process. A drawing and CAD… Continue reading Conformal cooling

Loket 5

To reduce the build volume, the chassis-boiler-cabin section will collapse in on itself in a telescoping fashion and the roof will be on a slider so it can fully extend after printing. This requires a significant amount of CAD modifications. This complex design requires careful consideration with respect to tolerances so that all parts can… Continue reading Loket 5

Loket 4

CAD to printed prototype There is a customer in need of a 3d printed prototype of a toy train. The customer’s desire is to compare the 3d printed PLA version of the design with one that has been machined traditionally out of stainless steel. They supply us with a CAD drawing in STP file format… Continue reading Loket 4