SRU funded research
Development of an Autonomous Low-Cost Additive Manufacturing Production Line
The goal of this research is to develop an autonomous additive manufacturing technologies toward optimizing mass customization production. Specifically, aiming to developing a system that can incorporate a robotic arm in the 3D printing process for reducing the time of manual operation and increasing the production efficiency. To achieve a more efficient manufacturing process, a belt 3D printer will be used. The 3D printed parts peel off from the bed automatically, which will be collected by the robotic arm to realize autonomous mass production. In addition, a proximity sensor will be integrated into the system to instantaneously detect oncoming printed structures, thereby activating the robotic arm to sort the parts into desired locations. 3/14/2022
The Development of a Sustainable Technology of Recycled Biodegradable Filaments for 3D Printing at SRU
The proposed project will develop a plastic and polymer recycler for 3-dimensional (3D) printing to demonstrate the sustainable technology, promoting concept of the green manufacturing to the campus and communities. Specifically, engineering students in SRU will learn, design and build 3D printing recycler system to recycle the wasted materials into feedstock for 3D printing. Various type of materials will be evaluated and tested for 3D printing. The proposed work will integrate this sustainability technology into engineering education by incorporating sustainable concepts in engineering design process and enhancing classroom learning with actual hands-on design projects. Upon the completion of the project, it is expected that the recycled materials can be produced to the feedstock and be 3D printed. More importantly, the experience gained from the project will empower students to incorporate sustainable technologies into their engineering design practice when they graduate, constituting a much broader impact of the proposed work. The developed system will provide sustainable manufacturing process for the campus, reduce the carbon footprint of SRU and provide the campus an educational opportunity to students and communities. 12/21/2021