RAPID PROTOTYPING CASEBOOK

However there are a number of different systems and processes that can be used. Ensuring that the most appropriate rapid prototyping and manufacturing technology is applied to a problem is vital to the success of a project. The case studies, compiled by the experienced team of the Warwick Manufacturing Group at the University of Warwick in the UK, represent
a range of different real experiences drawn from a variety of industries, using a range of materials and processes.

CONTENTS INCLUDE:

• Overview of product design and development
• Computer-aided design and rapid prototyping
• The introduction of CAD/CAM in the ceramics industry
• Product design and development – reverse engineering
• Reducing the risk of new product development by utilizing rapid prototyping technologies
• Stress analysis using rapid prototyping techniques
• Case studies in rapid prototyping and manufacturing techniques–flow visualization using rapid prototype models
• Overview of utilizing bureau facilities
• Using bureau services
• Running an internal rapid prototyping bureau
• Overview of rapid casting techniques
• An alternative route to metal components for prototype and low-volume production
• Rapid prototyping in pattern making and foundry applications
• Rapid prototyping – enhancing product development
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• Cast tooling with rapid prototype patterns
• Overview of rapid tooling
• The role of rapid immediate production tooling (IPT) in new product development
• Rapid tooling – cast resin and sprayed metal tooling.