| Abstract Scope |
In Wire Arc-Directed Energy Deposition (arc-DED) systems, deposition strategies impact thermal history, performance and geometry. While select geometries (e.g., Thinwall, Block, Cylinder) are commonly used to fabricate test specimens on similar arc-DED systems, disparate methods for tool path generation result in variability and prevent direct comparison across machines and facilities. This framework provides a deployable solution to fabricate standard geometries for arc-DED systems utilizing ABB Robots and Fronius Welders. By standardizing toolpath implementation through dynamically generated ABB RAPID routines, end users can focus on process parameter development, novel materials, and deposition techniques while improving build-to-build repeatability. This work provides a set of standard reference geometries that can be dynamically reconfigured within ABB RAPID at runtime, minimizing the influence of motion and toolpath differences and enabling direct comparisons of process parameters across materials, systems, and facilities. |