2.1 - Selective Laser Sintering
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Practice Questions
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What materials are mainly used in Selective Laser Sintering?
💡 Hint: Think about what material allows for rapid prototyping.
What does the acronym SLS stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on the heating method and material involved.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of the SLS process?
💡 Hint: Think about the primary materials in the process.
True or False: SLS requires additional support structures for all parts.
💡 Hint: Consider how the process itself offers support.
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Design a part that utilizes SLS technology's capabilities, describing its intended application, material choice, and how you would optimize the build parameters.
💡 Hint: Consider the end-use and performance requirements when selecting materials and parameters.
Analyze the trade-offs between SLS and traditional manufacturing methods for a specific part you can think of.
💡 Hint: List the benefits and drawbacks of both approaches to make a comparison.
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