FRAM Optimization: 3D Print Orientation and Concurrent Topology Optimization for Minimize Mass Problem Statements

Fiber reinforced additive manufacturing (FRAM) is a fused deposition modelling (FDM) additive manufacturing (AM) process which produces composite print layers - polymer matrix and reinforcing fiber. This work proposes a novel method which utilizes FRAM design freedom and simultaneously optimizes 3D print orientation and component topology to improve the response of a mass minimization problem statement. The method is robust and is designed to …