There are several processes to produce a simple faucet. There are two molds for one faucet, 2 casting processes, cleaning process and finally the recycling phase.
1-In the first stage, a mold of the inside of the faucet is made with a mixture of sand. This mold is made to make the final product’s inside hollow.
2-In this stage the second mold gets cast over the first sand mold. The second mold is made out of a molten steel alloy.
3-In this stage both of the cast molds are combined and the faucet is there but the inside is not hollow due to the cast sand mold and the the faucet has excess material.
4-In this stage the faucet is thrown inside big mixer like container that has iron balls inside which vibrates while spinning. With this process the sand mold inside the faucet slowly dismantles and becomes hollow with sand is now gone.
5-In this stage the excess material gets removed and the final product is achived.
6-Finally in this stage the faulty and broken products are thrown inside the molten steel to get melted and reused as a material for the future molds and faucets.
Cutting was applied with a cnc machine in the plexiglass material. Chloroform is used to bond the two pieces together. Bending process is done with heat.
Dovetail Joint (Dovetail Notching Lath Top Joining)
Dowel Joint
Bridle Joint
Miter Joint
Wood pieces are cut with the help of machine in certain dimensionsThe cut pieces are fixed to each other with the help of tapeAfter the pieces are taped, the adhesive is squeezed out so that the pieces stick togetherAfter the adhesive is applied, the pieces are closed and fixed togetherAfter the joining is completed, one more layer of tape is applied on the parts.Miter Joint
Dovetail Joint (Dovetail Notching Lath Top Joining)
Wood pieces are cut with the help of machine in certain dimensionsThe dovetail is opened on the cut pieces with the help of the machine.Dovetail opening with the help of a machine.Joining
Dovetail Joint (Dovetail Notching Lath Top Joining)
Dowel Joint
Wooden pieces are cut with the help of machine in certain dimensions.Tools used to make gaps in wood. It is important to use dowels of the appropriate diameter.Measurements are taken.A suitable space is opened for the dowel.After the dowels are placedThen, spaces are opened for joining in the other piece.After the process is finished, the joining is complete.JoiningOpen FormJoining – Dowel Joint
Bridle Joint
Wooden pieces are cut with the help of machine in certain dimensions.After the machine is adjusted, a tenon is formed in the wood.After this process is completed, the other tenon is cut to accept it. The width of this piece is very important.Then it is compressed, joining and the joining process is completed.Open FormJoining – Bridle Joint
Polyester fabric is a type of fabric that is widely used today. Polyester is not a natural fabric, it is factory made. It is a synthetic fabric. Polyester is the name of the raw material of the yarn from which weaving is made. It is a synthetic woven material known to be durable and relatively inexpensive to produce. In polyester, it can be divided into Ethylene polyester, plant-based polyester and PCDT polyester.
General Features
(+) It is shiny, slippery and durable.
(-) It is not breathable, it can sweat.
(+) It is long lasting and robust.
(+) It is moisture resistant.
(-) It creates static electricity.
(+) It has a non-staining structure.
(-) The human body can sometimes show an allergic reaction.
(-) It can burn easily.
Why did they choose this material for this product?
Thanks to its versatility, polyester is used in many situations. High strength and durability make it very suitable for clothing production. Being a strong fiber, polyester can withstand strong and repetitive motion. Its hydrophobic (water repellent) feature is ideal for clothes and jackets to be used in wet or humid environments, coating the fabric with a water-resistant coating intensifies this effect. Polyester fibers are sometimes spun together with natural fibers to produce fabric with blended properties. Wool and cotton would be a good example because when blended together they increase wrinkle resistance.
Usage Areas
In the fashion industry, it is mainly used for shirts, pants, suits, bags, shoes, sportswear, bed sheets, etc. used to make. For industrial use, it is used to make air filters, carpets, ropes, films, fishing nets, bottles, high-end wood guitar covers, pianos, liquid crystal displays, wire, phone cases, and more.
Figure 1: Polyester Fiber Air Filter
Figure 2: Polyester Carpets
Figure 3: Polyester Pants
Figure 4: Polyester Bag
Manufacturing Techniques
Polyester is a chemical term degradable poly means a lot and ester is an essential organic chemical compound. The main component used in the production of polyester is ethylene, which is obtained from petroleum. In this process, ethylene is the polymer, the chemical building block of polyester, and the chemical process that produces the finished polyester is called polymerization. Polyester is produced by one of several methods. What is used depends on the form the finished polyester will take. The four basic forms are filament, staple, drawstring and fiberfill. In filament form, each strand of polyester fiber is continuous in length and produces fabrics with smooth surfaces. In staple form, filaments are cut into short, predetermined lengths. In this form, polyester is easier to mix with other fibers. Drawing is a form in which continuous filaments are pulled loosely together. Fiber filling is the bulky form used in the production of quilts, pillows and outerwear. The two most commonly used forms are filament and fiber.
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Similar Materials
Cotton: Cotton is a natural product that grows in plants. Cotton is breathable by nature which means air can easily flow through it. It helps sweat evaporate quickly and helps clothes and bedding stay fresh longer. Cotton is also naturally hypoallergenic so people with contact allergies can safely wear this material without fear of a reaction.
Nylon: Nylon is a fully synthetic material most commonly used as an alternative to silk. Nylon can also be made into a plastic or even a resin. It is a flexible material that is known for its stretching ability but retains its shape.
Polypropylene Fabric: Polypropylene is a lightweight type of plastic. It was originally used in factories for the mass production of plastic products, but today it is most commonly a textile or fabric.
1- drawing your 3d model using one of many existing platforms (Rhino, blender, Fusion 360 etc..)
2- Converting your solid model to Mesh ( mesh: continuous geometric space of an object is broken down into thousands or more of shapes to properly define the physical shape of the object. The more detailed a mesh is, the more accurate the 3D CAD model will be)
Slicing Software
3- slicing your 3D model. it means taking your design (usually in . stl format) and slicing it into individual layers. The software then generates the tool path (. gcode) the printer will use for printing
Preview and settings
Most slicing software will have a print preview function to help you prevent print failures.and it gives you the timing of the print.
In order to make a vent hole in the glass, a cut-off measure was taken with a caliper.Before cutting with a diamond caliper to drill, kerosene was rubbed into it to make it slippery.After the hole is scratched, it is tried to drop it by hitting the area to be broken.After the excess area is cleaned, the vent hole is ready.With the help of a miter, the flatness of the area to be cut is ensured.İt is prevented from being dangerous by sanding the cut corners.It is prepared with the help of tape before gluing for joining the cut parts.Apply silicone and remove excess.After giving it its final shape, you should let it dry without moving for 12 hours.
Product promotion posterFirst, the product is designed in solid works.The product consists of four parts.The designed product is first tested by removing it from the 3d printer. After testing, mass production begins.The molds of the product are madeThe plastic parts of the product are made of propylene, which is in the form of granules.Propylene is dried in industrial ovens before entering the plastic injection mold.The dried polypropylene is put into the plastic injection mold.Plastics come out of the machine wholeThe combined plastics are separated by hand and their burrs are cleaned.The metal part of the product is made of spring steel. Sheet metal is placed in the eccentric press machine and the product is pressed with the help of a mold.the metal part coming out of the eccentric pressAt the last stage, the parts coming out of the machines are assembled by hand and packagedFinal product
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