Jim-
I am doing research here at Georgia Tech, and like Charles I am working
on a selection algorithm for rapid prototyping and rapid tooling.
Rather than focusing on the process, I am more interested in the
results: a prototype part. I am specifically interested in prototyping for
products that will be manufactured using an injection molded plastic process.
What I am interested in is the characterization of various RP systems. I
need build time and cost estimators. I would appreciate information
regarding an estimator for use in validating my own characterization of
the process (I would appreciate information from anyone). We have a
build estimator for SLA, but I would appreciate information with regards
to cubital, SLS, LOM, and Sanders etc.
Brian David VanHiel
340193 Georgia Tech Station
Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta Georgia, 30332
e-mail: gt0193a@prism.gatech.edu
Phone: 404 894-9158
On Fri, 27 Sep 1996 jim@paramountind.com wrote:
> re: Rapid Tooling (RT)
>
> My company has recently authored a "Rapid Tool Selection Guide". Its
> intent is primarily for our company's marketing of its knowledge of
> various mold making processes. The out take for the less
> knowledgeable client is to build up their basic ability to make
> correct tooling choices. The selection guide is application driven.
>
> There are numerous ways to make molds. Our paradigm in developing our
> guide was to establish an expectation. The expectation was "what can
> we consistently expect from a mold making process assuming that the
> parts molded represented production quality or... what the client
> wanted. Nothing less and No excuses!!
>
> If your interested... Please send me an email with your name, company,
> address and voice #.
>
> Best Regards,
> Jim Williams, CEO
> Paramount Industries, Inc.
> 215.757.9611 V
> 215.757.9784 F
>
>
>
> ______________________________ Reply Separator _________________________________
> Subject: Part classification
> Author: nemeth@MPTW01.mw.tu-dresden.de at INTERNET
> Date: 9/19/96 7:21 PM
>
>
> CALL FOR CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMS
>
> I would like to work out a method that could be used to decide which is
> the best RPT method to use for a given part on basis of geometrical,
> technical, economical, etc. features. I have been trying to find a
> special pert classification system for RPT workpieces. Have anyone any
> idea where can I find a description of such a system (preferably on the Net)?
>
> The other area of my work where I need some help, is the detailed
> comparison of the most well known RPT methods, regarding the above
> mentioned aspects or fields. It should be rather up-to-date with exact data.
>
> Thanks in advance!
>
> Charles Nemeth
>
>
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