Fast process simulation and compensation using Simufact Additive
This course aims to showcase how simulation tools can assess the printability of parts during the product design phase and support the development and validation of manufacturing process.
Key steps required to replicate realistic manufacturing conditions (build operation, baseplate cutting, support removal and finishing steps) will be thoroughly explained.
Particular focus will be placed on using simulation to predict part distortion, identify potential failures, detect shrink lines, and evaluate the risk of collisions with the recoater.
Methodology behind fast process simulation and required calibration steps will be covered in details, including features and possible strategies for geometry compensation.
Using several realistic components, it will be shown how Simufact Additive can facilitate collaboration between product engineers and production specialists involved in the same project.
Topics Covered
- Basics of additive manufacturing process simulation.
- Prediction of shape distortion and typical manufacturing defects.
- Inherent Strain Method – principles of simulation calibration.
- Distortion compensation.
What You’ll Learn
- Why manufacturing simulation is a must do in additive industry.
- How to define correct process steps to simulate reality.
- How to estimate typical additive manufacturing defects.
- Compensation techniques and workflow to achieve correct part geometry.
- Basics of FEM simulation of additive manufacturing process.
Target Audience
Product designers, process engineers, scientists, innovation managers, quality and compliance
specialists.