Thermal and Deformation Analysis for Optimization of the LOM Process with Composite Materials

Abstract

Laminated Object Manufacturing(LOM) with composite materials has been considered for its use as direct production in a real working environment instead of prototype modeling. The study deals with applicability of new materials for LOM process, optimization of the process conditions through the simulation and experiments, and new hardware design for improving the process. This paper provides simulation and experimental results for optimization of the LOM process conditions and parameters.