Rapid prototyping with sloping surfaces
- 1 March 1997
- journal article
- Published by Emerald in Rapid Prototyping Journal
- Vol. 3 (1), 12-19
- https://doi.org/10.1108/13552549710169246
Abstract
TruSurf is a new system for building solid objects from layers with sloping surfaces that closely match the designed surface shape. The advantages of using sloping surfaces over stepped edges are improved surface finish, and decreased build time through the use of thicker layers. TruSurf uses B-spline surfaces to describe the part, and calculate the sloped path of the layer cutting medium. Describes operation of the system in detail and presents results from the production of some test parts. Discusses some ways for improving accuracy, including using principal directions of minimum surface curvature, and using a curved cutting medium to produce layers.Keywords
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