Effectiveness of different 3D printing filaments in fabricating compliant mechanisms: Mechanical properties, durability, recyclability, and cost

Azwad Rafique Raeed; Fatematuzzohura Jumu

doi:10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.2.2230

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Effectiveness of different 3D printing filaments in fabricating compliant mechanisms: Mechanical properties, durability, recyclability, and cost

Azwad Rafique Raeed ^{1, *} and Fatematuzzohura Jumu ²

1 Student, Scholastica SRM, Bangladesh.
2 Lab Supervisor, Physics Department, Scholastica SRM, Bangladesh.

Research Article

International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 13(02), 1148–1154.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.2.2230
DOI url: https://doi.org/10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.2.2230

Publication history

Received on 07 October 2024; revised on 17 November 2024; accepted on 19 November 2024

Abstract

This study evaluates the effectiveness of different 3D printing filaments for compliant mechanisms, with a focus on cost, mechanical performance, and recyclability. Specifically, the research investigates the coefficient of stiffness of an ortho-planar spring, the rotational range of a cross axis flexural pivot, and the number of cycles a compliant bistable switch can endure. Using a 3D printer, filaments PLA, PLA+, PETG, ABS, and TPU were tested to determine their suitability for compliant mechanisms. Results indicate significant variation in durability and mechanical performance among materials, informing optimal choices for practical home-printed compliant mechanisms.

Keywords

Compliant Mechanisms; Bi-stable switch; Ortho-planar springs; Cross axis flexural hinge; 3D Printing; Filaments

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Azwad Rafique Raeed and Fatematuzzohura Jumu. Effectiveness of different 3D printing filaments in fabricating compliant mechanisms: Mechanical properties, durability, recyclability, and cost. International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 13(02), 1148–1154. https://doi.org/10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.2.2230

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