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Dynamic Testing: An Experimental Approach To Defect Identification In Additive Manufactured Parts, Aimee Allen
Dynamic Testing: An Experimental Approach To Defect Identification In Additive Manufactured Parts, Aimee Allen
Dissertations, Master's Theses and Master's Reports
Today’s additive manufacturing (AM) industry produces specialized parts at low volume or with complex geometries. Traditional testing methods are effective, but costly and time consuming to perform. The AM industry lacks an optimized testing method for identifying internal defects that occur in parts. The evaluation of multiple parts printed on the same build plate for internal defects using various nondestructive (dynamic) testing techniques is presented. From these experiments, perspective was gained on when and how dynamic testing can be used to find defects. Insight gained from these experiments can help the industry in future testing for internal defects.
A Market-Based Approach To 3d Printing For Economic Development In Ghana, Wade Aitken-Palmer
A Market-Based Approach To 3d Printing For Economic Development In Ghana, Wade Aitken-Palmer
Dissertations, Master's Theses and Master's Reports - Open
The purpose of this report is to create the foundation for further study of a market-based approach to 3D printing as an instrument for economic development in Ghana. The delivery of improved products and services to the most underserved markets is needed to spur economic activity and improve standards of living. The relationship between economic development and the advancement of technology is considered within the context of Ghana. An opportunity for market entry exists within both the bottom of the economic pyramid and the mid-segment market. 3D printing (additive manufacturing) has proven to be a disruptive technology that has demonstrated …