DESIGN OF A DUAL DELTA FUSED DEPOSITION MODELLING 3D PRINTER FOR STUDIO CERAMICS PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA

Authors

  • Adekoya A. A

    Federal University of Technology, Akure

  • Adelabu, O. S.

    Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria

  • Kolawole, F. O.

    Institute, Ilesha, Osun State, Nigeria

DOI:
https://doi.org/10.51459/futajeet.2025.19.1.480
Keywords:
Fused deposition modelling, low-cost 3D printer, polylactic acid filament, finite element analysis, ceramic 3D printing
Abstract

A Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) Delta-type 3D printer was designed and fabricated using locally sourced materials for several components. The design was based on the open-source Replicating Rapid Prototyper (RepRap) platform. The printer features a build volume of 288 mm × 288 mm × 910 mm and utilises a control system comprising a RE-ARM board and a RAMPS 1.6 interface, operating with Marlin firmware. The structure incorporates plain hollow rods, plywood frames, 3D-printed parts, and various electronic components. Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis was conducted on critical 3D-printed parts to assess their structural integrity under operational conditions. The results showed that the von Mises stress values were well below the material's yield strength, while the displacements remained within acceptable limits for high-precision applications. These findings confirm that the components are capable of maintaining both structural integrity and dimensional accuracy during use. Moreover, the total power requirement of the 3D printer was estimated to be 130.32 W, which fits within a moderate energy consumption range when compared with typical desktop FDM 3D printers. The fabricated printer was tested in producing models for clay-cast moulds, though further improvements are recommended.

Author Biographies
  1. Adekoya A. A, Federal University of Technology, Akure

    Department of Industrial Design, 

  2. Adelabu, O. S. , Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria

    Department of Industrial Design

  3. Kolawole, F. O., Institute, Ilesha, Osun State, Nigeria

    Prototype Engineering Development 

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2025-05-30
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DESIGN OF A DUAL DELTA FUSED DEPOSITION MODELLING 3D PRINTER FOR STUDIO CERAMICS PRODUCTION IN NIGERIA. (2025). FUTA JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING AND ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY, 19(1), 197-207. https://doi.org/10.51459/futajeet.2025.19.1.480

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