Mumbai University > mechanical engineering > Sem 7 > CAD/CAM/CAE

Marks: 5 Marks

Year: May 2016

Applications of Rapid Prototyping

Engineering

• Made use in space stations and space shuttles.
• Planning to install an RP machine in ISS for making spare parts.
• Functional parts in F1 racing cars and fighter jets like F-18.

Medical Applications

• Custom-fit, clear plastic alingers (braces) can be produced.
• Used in bearing aids to make custom fit shells.

Arts and Archaeology

• Selective Lase Sintering with marble powders can help to restore or duplicate ancient statues.

Rapid Tooling

• Tools are made by CNC-machining, electro-discharge machining, or by hand.
• All are expensive and time consuming.
• Manufactures would like to incorporate rapid prototyping techniques to speed the process.