Optimizing PLA Filament Production for Enhanced 3D Printing Performance

Year : 2024 | Volume :02 | Issue : 01 | Page : 21-29
By

Prasanna Raut

Devakant Baviskar

  1. Research Scholar Department of Mechanical Engineering, Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute, Matunga Maharashtra India
  2. Assistant Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering, Saraswati College of Engineering, Navi Mumbai Maharashtra India

Abstract

This research explores the optimization of polylactic acid (PLA) filament production to improve its performance in 3D printing applications. PLA is a widely used biodegradable polymer known for its eco-friendliness and ease of processing in additive manufacturing. The study investigates various parameters affecting PLA filament production, including material purity, extrusion temperature, filament diameter consistency, and cooling methods. Furthermore, the research evaluates how these fabrication parameters influence the printability of PLA filaments, considering factors such as layer adhesion, surface quality, and dimensional accuracy of printed objects. By fine-tuning the production process based on these findings, manufacturers can enhance the overall quality and reliability of PLA filaments for 3D printing, thereby advancing the capabilities of additive manufacturing technology.

Keywords: PLA Filaments, 3D Printing, fused deposition modelling, biodegradable polymer, additive manufacturing

[This article belongs to International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications(ijeta)]

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