This subject introduces the student to various forms of prototyping. It illustrates the importance of prototypes at the design stage while demonstrating the types and uses of prototypes. Emphasis will be on the production and analysis of prototypes. The aim of this module is to give the student an understanding of the relationship between virtual modelling and the various methods employed in the design and manufacture of prototypes.
3D Modelling
- Design and virtually build parts to allow for the minimum material usage and rapid iteration using prototyping techniques
Reverse Engineering
- Use data produced by Reverse Engineering into 3D models for analysis or prototyping
- Operate reverse engineering tools.
Additive Manufacturing
- 3D Printing Methods; Stereolithography, Fused Deposition Modelling, Selective Laser Sintering, Laminated Object Manufacturing
- Materials: Solids, Liquid and Powder
- Slicing software
Vacuum & Silicone Moulding
- Machine operation
- Materials
- Silicone mould design
- Casting Parts
Thermoforming
- Machine operation
- Patterns
- Vacuum holes
- Part design
Laser Cutting
- Create templates and produce parts on the laser cutting machine
