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Play well, print well: using LEGO bricks as an intuitive benchmarking tool for 3D printers

Alan Air (1,2), Andrew Wodehouse (1)

Type:
Papers
DS 129: Proceedings of the DESIGN2024 18th International Design Conference
Year:
2024
Editor:
Mario Štorga, Stanko Škec, Tomislav Martinec, Dorian Marjanović, Neven Pavković, Marija Majda Škec
Author:
Alan Air (1,2), Andrew Wodehouse (1)
Series:
DESIGN
Institution:
1: University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom; 2: National Manufacturing Institute of Scotland, United Kingdom
Section:
Design for Additive Manufacturing
Page(s):
1707-1716
DOI number:
10.1017/pds.2024.173
ISSN:
2732-527X (Online)
Abstract:
In 3D printing, calibration is crucial for accurate prints, particularly those with complex or intricate features. This paper focuses on developing, manufacturing, and testing a benchmarking model to assess the dimensional accuracy of 3D printers. The aim is to evaluate the 3D printed model against a universally recognized real-world equivalent – a LEGO® brick – using its interlock function as a test with an engaging element. An interlock benchmarking framework aids further analysis of the model's performance, and a checklist for the model is provided for additional visual analysis.
Keywords:
3D printing, calibration test, dimensional accuracy, process modelling
18th International Design Conference (DESIGN 2024)
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