About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2026 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2026)
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| Symposium
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2026 Annual International Solid Freeform Fabrication Symposium (SFF Symp 2026)
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| Presentation Title |
Lowering the Process-Knowledge Barrier in Additive Manufacturing Education through LLM-Guided Slicing |
| Author(s) |
Syed Ziaul Bin Bashar, Jesus Dias, Chaitanya Mahajan, Satyajayant Misra |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Syed Ziaul Bin Bashar |
| Abstract Scope |
Integrating Additive Manufacturing (AM) into education allows students to visualize complex concepts through tangible models. While Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) is the standard in classrooms due to its affordability, the technical complexity of slicing remains a significant barrier for many users. To address this challenge, we introduce AutoSlice, a modular framework that streamlines the transition from design to physical product. Unlike existing applications that primarily rely on Large Language Models (LLMs) for CAD generation, AutoSlice uses an LLM as a core reasoning engine to automate slicer configuration. By synthesizing optimal print parameters from material properties and geometric heuristics, AutoSlice bridges a critical gap in the AM workflow. This innovation empowers educators and students to bypass technical bottlenecks, fostering a profound and accessible learning experience. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Undecided |