See what the future has in store for you! Rapid Prototyping See what the future has in store for you!

Product Development Process Idea/Need Prototype Test Final Design Design Production

2D vs. 3D

What is a Prototype?

Purpose of Rapid Prototyping

Purpose of Rapid Prototyping Generate a mold for production

Types of Rapid Prototyping Fused Deposition Modeling What we are using today Plastic is melted through a nozzle and product is made one layer at a time Stereolithography Most common type Uses a laser beam to solidify liquid photopolymer 

Types of Rapid Prototyping Selective Laser Sintering Uses a laser beam to trace over and seal compacted powder You will see this machine today It can be used to create bone replacements. Laminated Object Manufacturing Uses a laser to cut cross sections from paper and then layers it onto the object Other material can be used such as metal, plastic, and ceramics.

Uses of Prototyping Models Engineering & Construction Molding Toy Manufacturing Replacements parts Medical Field Bone and joint replacements Models used to plan difficult surgeries Dental crowns and bridges