Lattice Structures for Fabrics
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Arc-shaped cells to manufacture flexible, fabric-like lattice structures.
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QArc (QuasiArc) are arc-shaped cells designed for manufacturing lattice structures using fused deposition modeling (FDM) technology-based 3D printers. Due to the complex design of lattices, FDM lacks certain features compared to other technologies, making it challenging to produce such objects. Poor layer adhesion, planar printing, and lack of uniform strength (anisotropy) are the main roadblocks that need to be addressed.
To overcome these challenges, an all-new cell design has been developed. The following steps were undertaken to achieve this: (1) designing a network of tiny blocks, (2) chaining them together through simulated non-planar printing (Z-hop), and (3) modifying G-code to extrude material as needed. This new workflow provides valuable insights into the behavior of thermoplastic materials in complex geometric structures.
Project page: https://research.fildz.com/projects/qarc
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