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International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing (IJIDeM)

22-04-2024 | Original Article

An experimental investigation on surface quality of 3D metal printed SS316L by direct metal laser sintering technique

Authors: Vemuri Venkata Phani Babu, Veeresh Kumar GB, Praveen Barmavatu

Published in: International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing (IJIDeM)

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Abstract

The use of additive manufacturing, specifically 3D printing, has significantly altered the manufacturing process for complex geometries composed of various materials. This study investigates the experimental implementation of the Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) technique for the 3D printing of SS316L. The primary objective of this research is to assess the optimal configuration of operational variables, namely laser power, scan speed, and layer thickness, in order to achieve a desired level of surface roughness. Utilizing laser power levels of 300, 330, and 360 W, scan rates of 800, 900, and 1000 mm/s, and layer thicknesses of 20, 40, and 80 μm, the L27 orthogonal array is utilized to produce SS316L test samples. The evaluation of surface roughness takes into account three primary parameters: Ra, Rz, and Rq. The results of the experiment illustrate the influence of various operational parameters on surface roughness. To determine the significance of individual parameters as well as their interactions, statistical analysis and correlation studies are utilized. As a decision-making instrument, the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) is adapted to determine the optimal combination of operating parameters. In addition, the AHP facilitates the development of a hierarchical framework for evaluating the significance of individual parameters and their respective weights in achieving the most desirable combination. The outcomes demonstrate the impact of laser power, scan speed, and layer thickness on the surface roughness of SS316L printed specimens. In addition, the determination of the optimal combination of operating parameters improves surface quality. This study’s findings make a substantial contribution to the advancement of 3D printing technology and provide valuable insights for industries seeking to employ the DMLS technique with SS316L for manufacturing applications.

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Metadata
Title
An experimental investigation on surface quality of 3D metal printed SS316L by direct metal laser sintering technique
Authors
Vemuri Venkata Phani Babu
Veeresh Kumar GB
Praveen Barmavatu
Publication date
22-04-2024
Publisher
Springer Paris
Published in
International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing (IJIDeM)
Print ISSN: 1955-2513
Electronic ISSN: 1955-2505
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12008-024-01801-6

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