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Conceptual Data Model for Advanced Rapid Prototyping

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Rapid prototyping (RP) has been developed as a key technology for mechanical manufacturing. STL format is used to transfer model data from CAD systems to RP hardwares, however it has insufficiency for stable and high-quality processing. Here, we analyze requirements for advanced RP applications and propose a conceptual data model. It includes representation of model and process data for manufacturing. These basic specifications could be formalized as a new AP in STEP.

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  1. Dept. of Mechanical Systems Eng., Toyama Prefectural University, Kosugi, Toyama, 939-0398, Japan

    K. G. Kobayashi & M. Fujii

  2. Rapid Prototyping Laboratory, Stanford University, Bldg. 530, Room 226, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA

    F. B. Prinz

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  1. Keio University, Yokohama, Japan

    Ichiro Inasaki

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Kobayashi, K.G., Fujii, M., Prinz, F.B. (2002). Conceptual Data Model for Advanced Rapid Prototyping. In: Inasaki, I. (eds) Initiatives of Precision Engineering at the Beginning of a Millennium. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/0-306-47000-4_23

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