low cost educational smart 3d printer.

3D printing, also known as adeptive manufecturing, is a method of creating a three dimensional object layer-by-layer using a computer created design. 3D printing is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing which is cutting out / hollowing out a piece of metal or plastic with for instance a m

Project Title

low cost educational smart 3d printer.

Project Area of Specialization

3D/4D Printing

Project Summary

3D printing, also known as adeptive manufecturing, is a method of creating a three dimensional object layer-by-layer using a computer created design.

3D printing is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing which is cutting out / hollowing out a piece of metal or plastic with for instance a milling machine.

3D printing enables you to produce complex shapes using less material than traditional manufacturing methods.

The main 3D printing material used is plastic, although some metals can also be used for 3D printing. However, plastics offer advantages as they are lighter than their metal equivalents. This is particularly important in industries such as automotive and aerospace where light-weighting is an issue and can deliver greater fuel efficiency.

3D Printing technology could revolutionize and re-shape the world. It will provide companies and individuals fast and easy manufacturing in any size or scale limited only by their imagination. 3D printing, on the other hand, can enable fast, reliable, and repeatable means of producing tailor-made products which can still be made inexpensively due to automation of processes and distribution of manufacturing needs.Auto bed levelling enhances the quality of the print with less human interruption.

3D printing is an additive process whereby layers of material are built up to create a 3D part. This is the opposite of subtractive manufacturing processes, where a final design is cut from a larger block of material. As a result, 3D printing creates less material wastage.

It all starts with a 3D model. You can opt to create one from the ground up or download it from a 3D library.

Educators and students have long been using 3D printers in the classroom. 3D printing enables students to materialize their ideas in a fast and affordable way.

Project Objectives

The goal of the 3D printer is to create a visual model to enhance the learning experience of the content being delivered.

The 3D printer aims to facilitate learning by developing a technological advantage in various subject matter.

We are creating mini 3d printer  in cheap prize for educational purpose.

The education system plays an important role in aiding people achieve their full potential. 3D printing can revolutionize the learning experience by helping students interact with the subject matter.

Affordable 3D printers in schools may be used for a variety of applications which can aid students in finding their field of interest easier and faster. Currently there are different types of educational projects in order to attract students to the various fields by giving them the opportunity to create and fabricate their own designs using 3D printing technology.

Project Implementation Method

The initial step is creating a model in the computer which serves as a blueprint for 3D model.

The CAD software for creating and designing the object can be like AutoCAD, CAM, CAE, 3DS Max etc. After designing the object, the object file is required to be modified. if the object file contains the curve parts then those curved parts cannot be directly given to print by the printer. Such curve parts of the object file can be converted to the STL file format. The conversion to STL file format removes the entire curve by linear shapes.

Then working with spares parts attachment and configuration, Working for fitting accuratly in the frame working with power supply motors and backup bettries and then sending and recive 3d model from frontend using rest api.

Thus STL file is then sliced layer by layer. the thickness of printing object depends on the resolution of the 3D printer. The sliced file is then processed and it generates the control signals accordingly along x, y, z axis which is processed by the controller that drives the extruder motor feeding the material layer by layer thus completing the designed object.

Printing Recived 3d Model.

Benefits of the Project

There are alots of Benefits  of 3d printer which are defined below :

The EWaste 3D printer is a small, simple Arduino 3D printer. The big advantage is you don’t need to buy many parts. The electronics are salvaged from old devices you can even get from the scrapyard. You’ll need the motors from two standard CD/DVD drives and a Floppy disc drive. The EWaste 3D printer is then controlled by the Arduino and powered by an old PC power supply.

Flexible Design

3D printing allows for the design and print of more complex designs.

 Rapid Prototyping

3D printing is inexpensive and quicker at creating parts as the part can be finished in hours, allowing for each design modification to be completed at a much more efficient rate.

Cost Effective

As a single step manufacturing process, 3D printing saves time and therefore costs associated with using different machines for manufacture. 3D printers can also be set up and left to get on with the job, meaning that there is no need for operators to be present the entire time. As mentioned above, this manufacturing process can also reduce costs on materials as it only uses the amount of material required for the part itself, with little or no wastage. While 3D printing equipment can be expensive to buy, you can even avoid this cost by outsourcing your project to a 3D printing service company.

Technical Details of Final Deliverable

Arduino Mkr 1010:

MicroController Main Processing Unit.

Stepper Motor MK8 Extruder:

For melting filament.

Hot End Head j-Head:

Nip to print 3d model which drop Flaiment.

SMPS:

Power Supply 12v for giving power to the components.

THK Linear Slider:

for moving almunium panel in the given axis.

Flaiment Roll:

Plastic Metrial used to Make Objects.

BackUp Bettries:

For Backup Power Supply that is responisble for not cutting the power during printing.

Wooden Frame:

Physical Stucture of 3d Printer also called body of 3d printer.

Ramps 1.4:

A4988 Stepper Motor Driver: 

Final Deliverable of the Project

HW/SW integrated system

Core Industry

IT

Other Industries

Education , Manufacturing

Core Technology

3D/4D Printing

Other Technologies

Internet of Things (IoT)

Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Required Resources

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