Geometric Parameter Control of Infill Patterns

• Main Author: Kanygul Chynybekova
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: MDPI AG 2019-10-01
• Series: Designs
• Subjects: infill patterns; pattern size; infill; 3d fabrication; lightweight interior
• Online Access: https://www.mdpi.com/2411-9660/3/4/49

Existing studies on infill patterns have tended to focus on pattern design rather than on geometric parameters. During this study, we propose a new controlling method focused specifically on the geometric parameters of infill patterns. The input parameters of this method can be used to create 3D printed<b> </b>objects with more lightweight interiors. The presented approach partitions a region of an object with user-specified distance inputs that are used to create infill pattern elements. Moreover, the proposed method will enable the generation of new design variations derived from a single pattern type with similar topologies and varying geometric parameters. The hexagonal pattern variations comprising regular and irregular elements have been presented. The variations of infill pattern design are useful for creating more lightweight and stronger 3D fabrications. The proposed approach is applicable for many different patterns, including linear pattern designs. The goal of this study is to devise a more cost-effective method of creating 3D-printed objects through the application of customizable infill patterns.