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Dhruv Bhate

This course looks at two photopolymer resin-based processes: material jetting and stereolithography. We walk through the build preparation, printing, and post-processing for both processes, and discuss the kinds of applications for which these processes are well suited.

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This course looks at two photopolymer resin-based processes: material jetting and stereolithography. We walk through the build preparation, printing, and post-processing for both processes, and discuss the kinds of applications for which these processes are well suited.

The necessary elements for each course are lecture videos, knowledge checks, and project completion. For additional information on certain topics, I've included supplemental readings and videos throughout various lessons that might enhance your knowledge. Because all resources are not available to all students, these materials are optional.

In addition, you will note that some of the lectures feature our department’s graduate students. These excellent students are sometimes closer to the material, having learned it recently, so we greatly appreciate their participation in the instructional process.

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Course Introduction
This course looks at two photopolymer resin-based processes: material jetting and stereolithography. We walk through the build preparation, printing, and post-processing for both processes, and discuss the kinds of applications for which these processes are well suited. The necessary elements for each course are lecture videos, knowledge checks, and project completion. For additional information on certain topics, I've included supplemental readings and videos throughout various lessons that might enhance your knowledge. Because all resources are not available to all students, these materials are optional. In addition, you will note that some of the lectures feature our department’s graduate students. These excellent students are sometimes closer to the material, having learned it recently, so we greatly appreciate their participation in the instructional process.
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Module 3.1: Material Jetting
This module introduces you to material jetting.
Module 3.2: Stereolithography
This module introduces you to stereolithography.
Module 3.3: Course Project and Wrap-Up
This module highlights the feature of material jetting that distinguishes it from most other additive manufacturing processes: it can combine multiple materials into a print with ease. You will work with experimental data to relate the ratio of material mixture to the hardness as measured with a durometer.

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Provides an overview of material jetting and stereolithography, techniques that are well suited to diverse applications
Suitable for individuals who seek to build a foundation in photopolymer resin-based processes
Provides an engaging learning experience through the involvement of graduate students as educators
Offers a hands-on project that allows learners to apply their understanding of material jetting

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Material Jetting and Stereolithography with these activities:
Read 'Additive Manufacturing Technologies'
Get a foundational understanding of the history, principles, and applications of additive manufacturing.
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  • Read the preface and introduction.
  • Read Chapter 1: Overview of Additive Manufacturing.
  • Read Chapter 2: History of Additive Manufacturing.
  • Read Chapter 3: Materials for Additive Manufacturing.
  • Read Chapter 4: Processes for Additive Manufacturing.
Practice material jetting workflows
Gain experience with the material jetting process through practical exercises.
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  • Set up a material jetting printer.
  • Design a simple 3D model.
  • Slice the model and generate a print file.
  • Print the model on the material jetting printer.
  • Post-process the printed model.
Explore stereolithography tutorials
Deepen your understanding of stereolithography through guided video tutorials.
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  • Watch a tutorial on the basics of stereolithography.
  • Watch a tutorial on how to design a model for stereolithography.
  • Watch a tutorial on how to operate a stereolithography printer.
  • Watch a tutorial on how to post-process a stereolithography print.
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Join a study group for material jetting and stereolithography
Collaborate with peers to exchange knowledge, discuss concepts, and reinforce your understanding.
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  • Find a study group or create your own.
  • Meet regularly with your study group.
  • Discuss the course material.
  • Work on practice problems together.
  • Prepare for exams together.
Design and print a custom object using material jetting
Apply your knowledge of material jetting to create a personalized and functional object.
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  • Design a 3D model of the object.
  • Slice the model and generate a print file.
  • Print the object on a material jetting printer.
  • Post-process the printed object.
  • Test and evaluate the object's functionality.
Write a blog post on the applications of stereolithography
Enhance your understanding of stereolithography's use cases by writing about its applications.
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  • Research the applications of stereolithography.
  • Outline the main points of your blog post.
  • Write the content of your blog post.
  • Proofread and edit your blog post.
  • Publish your blog post.
Participate in a 3D printing design competition
Challenge yourself, showcase your skills, and gain recognition by participating in a design competition.
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  • Find a 3D printing design competition.
  • Brainstorm and develop your design concept.
  • Create a 3D model of your design.
  • Print your design using material jetting or stereolithography.
  • Submit your design to the competition.
Contribute to an open-source 3D printing project
Engage with the community, learn from others, and make meaningful contributions to the field.
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  • Find an open-source 3D printing project.
  • Review the project documentation.
  • Identify an area where you can contribute.
  • Make your contributions to the project.
  • Submit a pull request or merge your changes.

Career center

Learners who complete Material Jetting and Stereolithography will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Polymer Engineer
A Polymer Engineer works with polymers, which are large molecules made up of repeating units called monomers. Polymer Engineers may work to develop new polymers or to improve the properties of existing polymers. This course may be useful for a Polymer Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used to create polymers.
Materials Engineer
A Materials Engineer works with materials, such as metals, ceramics, and polymers, to develop new materials or to improve the properties of existing materials. This course may be useful for a Materials Engineer because it helps build a foundation for understanding how photopolymerization, which is used to create polymers, works.
Manufacturing Engineer
A Manufacturing Engineer works to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing processes. A Manufacturing Engineer may also work to develop new manufacturing processes. This course may be useful for a Manufacturing Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing.
Industrial Engineer
An Industrial Engineer works to improve the efficiency of systems, such as manufacturing systems. An Industrial Engineer may also work to design new systems. This course may be useful for an Industrial Engineer because it helps build a foundation for understanding how photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing, works.
Mechanical Engineer
A Mechanical Engineer works with machines, such as engines, turbines, and robots. A Mechanical Engineer may also work to design new machines. This course may be useful for a Mechanical Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing.
Biomedical Engineer
A Biomedical Engineer works with medical devices and equipment. A Biomedical Engineer may also work to develop new medical devices and equipment. This course may be useful for a Biomedical Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of medical devices.
Electrical Engineer
An Electrical Engineer works with electricity and electronics. An Electrical Engineer may also work to design new electrical devices and systems. This course may be useful for an Electrical Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of electronic devices.
Computer Engineer
A Computer Engineer works with computers and computer systems. A Computer Engineer may also work to design new computers and computer systems. This course may be useful for a Computer Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of computer components.
Software Engineer
A Software Engineer works with software, such as operating systems, applications, and games. A Software Engineer may also work to design new software. This course may be useful for a Software Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of software components.
Aerospace Engineer
An Aerospace Engineer works with aircraft, spacecraft, and other aerospace vehicles. An Aerospace Engineer may also work to design new aerospace vehicles. This course may be useful for an Aerospace Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of aerospace components.
Civil Engineer
A Civil Engineer works with infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and buildings. A Civil Engineer may also work to design new infrastructure. This course may be useful for a Civil Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of infrastructure components.
Environmental Engineer
An Environmental Engineer works with the environment, such as air, water, and soil. An Environmental Engineer may also work to develop new environmental technologies. This course may be useful for an Environmental Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of environmental technologies.
Petroleum Engineer
A Petroleum Engineer works with petroleum, such as oil and gas. A Petroleum Engineer may also work to develop new petroleum technologies. This course may be useful for a Petroleum Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of petroleum technologies.
Mining Engineer
A Mining Engineer works with mines, such as coal mines and metal mines. A Mining Engineer may also work to develop new mining technologies. This course may be useful for a Mining Engineer because it provides a good overview of photopolymerization, which is a process used in additive manufacturing of mining technologies.
Chemical Engineer
A Chemical Engineer designs chemical plants and processes. A Chemical Engineer may also work to improve or create new products. This course may be useful for a Chemical Engineer because it helps build a foundation for understanding how chemical processes, such as photopolymerization, work.

Reading list

We've selected nine books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Material Jetting and Stereolithography.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the applications of 3D printing in manufacturing, including material jetting and stereolithography. It valuable reference for anyone who wants to learn more about these technologies.
Provides a comprehensive overview of stereolithography. It covers the basics of this process, as well as more advanced topics such as materials and applications.
Provides a comprehensive overview of stereolithography. It covers the basics of this process, as well as more advanced topics such as materials and applications.
Provides a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing technologies for the automotive industry. It covers a wide range of topics, including material jetting, stereolithography, and other additive manufacturing processes.
Provides a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing technologies. It covers a wide range of topics, including material jetting, stereolithography, and other additive manufacturing processes.
Provides a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing technologies for the aerospace industry. It covers a wide range of topics, including material jetting, stereolithography, and other additive manufacturing processes.
Gain a comprehensive overview of material jetting and stereolithography alongside other additive manufacturing technologies, enabling a comparative analysis of their advantages and disadvantages.
Explore the materials used in material jetting and stereolithography, deepening your comprehension of their properties and effects on the final product.
Delve into the biomedical applications of material jetting and stereolithography, understanding their potential for revolutionizing medical devices, implants, and tissue engineering.

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