2.1. Process & Working Principle

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does SLA stand for?

   Hint

   Think about the process name.

2. 2.

   What is used to cure the liquid resin in SLA?

   Hint

   Think of what allows the liquid to turn solid.

3. 3.

   What is the main purpose of the UV laser in SLA?

   • To cool the resin
   • To cure the resin
   • To heat the resin

   Hint

   Think about what happens when light hits the liquid resin.

4. 4.

   True or False: SLA requires no post-processing.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the finishing steps needed after printing.

5. 5.

   Analyze the advantages of SLA in creating biomedical devices compared to traditional manufacturing methods.

   Hint

   Think about the specific needs of bio-devices.

6. 6.

   Propose a method to mitigate the disadvantages of post-processing in SLA, considering time and cost.

   Hint

   Consider the impact of technology.