Cad/cam system for additive manufacturing with a robust and efficient topology optimization algorithm based on the function representation

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Abstract

Additive manufacturing erases the distance between design ideas and finished parts. However, designers must use several software tools to use these advantages. Moreover, these tools operate with different representations of geometry. This paper describes the architecture of a new CAD/CAM system that uses only the function representation of the geometry (FRep). It provides all widely used design operations and allows an engineer to employ robust and efficient topology optimization algorithms. The developed CAD/CAM system consists of 3D modeling, simulation, topology optimization, and direct manufacturing modules. We successfully printed designed parts and performed mechanical tests of printed parts. The results of tests show good agreement with simulation data. The system makes it possible to create structures with the desired properties in a fast and flexible way. The proposed approach significantly helps in designing additive manufacturing process and saves time for its users.

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Popov, D., Kuzminova, Y., Maltsev, E., Evlashin, S., Safonov, A., Akhatov, I., & Pasko, A. (2021). Cad/cam system for additive manufacturing with a robust and efficient topology optimization algorithm based on the function representation. Applied Sciences (Switzerland), 11(16). https://doi.org/10.3390/app11167409

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