Comprehensive Analysis of Process Parameter Interactions on the Mechanical Integrity and Performance of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Fabricated Components

International Journal of Mechanical Engineering

© 2025 by SSRG - IJME Journal

Volume 12 Issue 1

Year of Publication : 2025

Authors : Jay M. Pujara, Kalpesh K. Dave, Hardik N. Jani, Amisha D. Vadaliya, Reena N. Makadia, Harshad D. Patel

10.14445/23488360/IJME-V12I1P101

How to Cite?

Jay M. Pujara, Kalpesh K. Dave, Hardik N. Jani, Amisha D. Vadaliya, Reena N. Makadia, Harshad D. Patel, "Comprehensive Analysis of Process Parameter Interactions on the Mechanical Integrity and Performance of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Fabricated Components," SSRG International Journal of Mechanical Engineering, vol. 12,  no. 1, pp. 1-11, 2025. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488360/IJME-V12I1P101

Abstract:

This research investigates the effect of bettering parameters of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) to improve the mechanical characteristics of parts printed with Metal Fill Wol3D filament. They investigate the influence of Layer Thickness (LT), Nozzle Temperature (NT), and Part Orientation (PO) on tensile and flexural strength. Using a Face-Centered Central Composite Design (FCCCD) for experimental planning, parameters were tested at three levels: -1 (200°C NT, 0.10 mm LT, 0° PO), 0 (215°C NT, 0.225 mm LT, 45° PO), and +1 (230°C NT, 0.30 mm LT, 90° PO). Results showed that higher NT and intermediate LT significantly improved strength, with the best results at NT 230°C, LT 0.225 mm, and PO 45°. These results were supported by statistical analysis with ANOVA and response surface plotting of the mechanical performance with respect to the parameters involved. The Finite Element Analysis (FEA) supplied another level of confirmation with other experimental data giving good correlation. The findings of this research may satisfy the need for viable trends in improving the mechanical properties of engineering components within FDM processes of ABS material. It also provides the basis for the development of other material systems and other mechanical properties.

Keywords:

Fused Deposition Modeling, Mechanical properties, Process parameters, FEA Simulation, Nozzle Temperature.

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