3D printing using Arduino Mega

Project Title

3D printing using Arduino Mega

Project Area of Specialization Mechatronics EngineeringProject Summary

3D printing is sometimes referred to as Additive Manufacturing (AM). In 3D printing, one creates a design of an object using software, and the 3D printer creates the object by adding layer upon layer of material until the shape of the object is formed.

Project Objectives

This revolutionary  method for  creating 3D models  with the  use of inkjet technology  saves time  and  cost  by  eliminating  the  need  to  design;  print  and  glue  together  separate  model  parts.   

Project Implementation Method

An  FDM  based  Desktop  3D  Printing  Machine  is  designed  and  developed to be powered by  the  NEMA 17 stepper  motor  &  Arduino Mega,  through which millions of instructions can be  given,  in high level languages we  can  create  a  complete  model  in  a  single  process  using  3D  printing. 3D printing is an evolving technology based on the concept of additive manufacturing, where computerized digital surface renders are converted into physical models.

Benefits of the Project

The  basic principles  include  materials  cartridges,  flexibility  of  output,  and  translation  of  code  into  a visible pattern

• Fast design and production
• Enviromental friendly
• Cost effective
• Strong and lightweight parts
• Rapid prototyping

Technical Details of Final Deliverable

   An  FDM  based  Desktop  3D  Printing  Machine  is  designed  and  developed to be powered by  the  NEMA 17 stepper  motor  &  Arduino Mega,  through which millions of instructions can be  given,  in high level languages. It  is  also  known  as  rapid prototyping,  is  a  mechanized  method  whereby  3D  objects  are  quickly  made  on  a  reasonably sized  machine  connected  to  a  computer  containing  blueprints  for  the  object. This revolutionary  method for  creating 3D models  with the  use of inkjet technology  saves time  and  cost  by  eliminating  the  need  to  design;  print  and  glue  together  separate  model  parts. Now,  we  can  create  a  complete  model  in  a  single  process  using  3D  printing.  The  basic principles  include  materials  cartridges,  flexibility  of  output,  and  translation  of  code  into  a visible pattern. This revolutionary  method for  creating 3D models  with the  use of inkjet technology  saves time  and  cost  by  eliminating  the  need  to  design;  print  and  glue  together  separate  model  parts.   

Required Material-

1. Arduino Mega with RAMPS 1.4 Controller

 2. Aluminum Extruder Kit

3. 0.4mm Extrusion Head

4. 12volt SMPS

 5. DVD Writer x2 6. Floppy Drive

 Benefits

• Fast design and production
• Environmental friendly
• Cost-effective
• Strong and lightweight parts
• Rapid prototyping

Final Deliverable of the Project Hardware SystemCore Industry ManufacturingOther Industries Others Core Technology 3D/4D PrintingOther Technologies Internet of Things (IoT), RoboticsSustainable Development Goals Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation and InfrastructureRequired Resources

Item Name	Type	No. of Units	Per Unit Cost (in Rs)	Total (in Rs)
			Total in (Rs)	70000
3D PRINTER	Equipment	14	5000	70000