Coding system for rapid prototyping industry
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to illustrate the classification and coding system developed for the rapid prototyping (RP) industry.
Design/methodology/approach
The similarities among RP part geometries and processes are identified and related for the development of rapid prototyping coding system (RPCS).
Findings
RPCS forms a base for developing “prototyping philosophy” to take advantage of parts similarities in determination of optimal build orientation and optimization of part building cost.
Research limitations/implications
Most of the examples are limited to parts built by fused deposition modelling process. But, the concept is applicable to any existing RP process.
Practical implications
RPCS implementation is suitable in industries where variety of RP parts are in use.
Originality/value
This is the first attempt towards development of a formal coding system for the RP industry.
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Citation
Ingole, D., Kuthe, A., Deshmukh, T. and Bansod, S. (2008), "Coding system for rapid prototyping industry", Rapid Prototyping Journal, Vol. 14 No. 4, pp. 221-233. https://doi.org/10.1108/13552540810896175
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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