Project Update Changes In Scope In the project proposal, the molding material suggested was “Rigid” resin produced by Formlabs. However, the resin was changed from “Rigid” to “Clear” so there could be more transparency in …
Spring 2021
Custom Hydrofoil
Project Overview As a reminder of our project, our team is working towards the end goal of manufacturing a hydrofoil using additive manufacturing methods. The hydrofoil is designed to be used in combination with a …
Tensile Strength Characterization of FFF printed parts Update
Initial Print Results The first step of the project was to manufacture sample prints and correct for any deviations and defects that may occur. The samples made at the MakerSpace were printed using Black PolyLactic …
Composite Bike Saddle
Project Overview Optimization of a part can change many details of the design. We will be looking at the design of a bike saddle. We have inherited this project from a graduate student who is …
Stress Relaxation Analysis of Ammonia-Free Natural Rubber
Project Overview Natural rubber (NR) has great potential in becoming a more sustainable alternative to materials currently being used in the athletic footwear industry. Soan Laboratories, a Colombian research institute, recently patented a fabrication method that produces ammonia-free NR. It is …
Passive Phone Amplifier
WHAT AND WHY: The team will be using additive manufacturing techniques to iteratively print a passive phone amplifier. Passive amplifiers, also known as mechanical amplifiers, are devices that amplify sound without the use of power. …
Watertight 3D-Printed Electronics Enclosure Proposal
Project Overview The goal of the project is to replicate the watertight properties of SLA with a cheaper and more abundant process, FFF, in order to create a watertight cover for the electrical components for a dog assist cart for Professor Nellis’ dog Bronte. The electrical components are in a small box placed …
FFF Part Bending Tests
Introduction One of the most popular additive manufacturing processes is Fused Filament Fabrication, FFF. When parts are made using the FFF process the inside of the part is not completely solid. Based on user set …
Multi-Purpose Bicycle Maintenance Stand
Project Overview This project will design a multi-purpose bicycle maintenance stand that can act as a more stable kickstand as well as a device to prop up the back wheel of your bike. This will …
Knife Scale Redesign
Explanation: Foldable knives are a useful tool with a purpose in many settings, including both industrial and environmental applications as well as personal use. These knives are designed with two scales that are either riveted or screwed to one another to make up the handle. …