Practice - Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Electron Beam Melting (EBM)
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Practice Questions
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What does SLS stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about lasers and sintering.
Name one material used in SLS.
💡 Hint: It's a common plastic material.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of materials does SLS primarily work with?
💡 Hint: Remember the materials discussed in class.
True or False: SLM creates stronger parts than SLS.
💡 Hint: Consider the differences in processing methods.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a small part using SLS technology considering its advantages and limitations. Discuss its applications and reasons for material choice.
💡 Hint: Focus on how SLS features enable complex shapes and discuss material suitability.
Evaluate how the choice between SLS, SLM, and EBM could affect a project budget and timeline for producing metal parts for aerospace.
💡 Hint: Consider the cost of machinery, materials, and production speeds.
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