About this Abstract |
Meeting |
2021 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2021)
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Symposium
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Applications
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Presentation Title |
Development of a Method to Derive Design Guidelines for Production-suitable Support Structures in Metal Laser Powder Bed Fusion |
Author(s) |
Stefan Lammers, Tobias Lieneke, Detmar Zimmer |
On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Stefan Lammers |
Abstract Scope |
Solid support structures in metal laser powder bed fusion have a decisive influence on the economic applicability, component quality and process stability and represent a central challenge for widespread industrial use. As the connection of the components to the building platform by supports is essential, the negative effects must be minimized at the same time as the supporting effect is optimized. Within the scope of this study, a standardized method is developed that allows the investigation of several support structures and parameters with regard to their influence on the target variables: component quality, process efficiency and safety. In addition to the proof of general suitability, the applicability is investigated using so-called standard elements. Based on the experimental results, design guidelines are derived, which will serve as a basis for decision-making during the selection of support structure for individual application. |
Proceedings Inclusion? |
Definite: Post-meeting proceedings |