This 3 weeks semester project explores advanced spatial 3D printing using an industrial robotic arm, addressing the unique challenges of end-effector limitations. Through the analysis, optimal printing angles were identified to ensure precision and structural integrity. A new unique cooling system was designed and integrated to enhance material performance during fabrication. Extensive testing was conducted to determine ideal parameters for robotic speed, extrusion speed, node pause, and retraction, resulting in a finely-tuned, efficient workflow. Completed over a focused three-week period, this project explores precision, material behavior understanding, and creative problem-solving in the realm of robotic 3D printing. |