The structural design of 3D print head and execution of printing via the robotic arm ABB IRB 140

Abstract

At present, 3D printing is considered as a new phenomenon of the 21st century. 3D printing is an additive manufacturing technology which can create a physical model of layering material based on electronic data. It is a fast and efficient technology that uses real physical imaging of the exact dimensions of prototype models produced by the gradual application and curing layers of material in the form of foils, powders, wire coils, and the like. The current trend is the continuous development of 3D printing technology in the form of experimentation by using new types of materials and the development of new, specially designed 3D printers and devices that lead to progress in modeling in several areas of industry. By combining several advanced means of technology into one unit an interesting idea to create a device to print larger and more complex shapes of parts may arise. The article describes the design of a 3D print head working with the ABB IRB 140 robotic arm with goal to design a device which is able to print larger objects in size compared to conventional 3D printer.