Symphony 3D•2024

Next-Generation Jetting 3D Printer Development

Complete development of innovative jetting 3D printer using 2D ink printhead technology for resin-based printing with revolutionary manufacturing capabilities

Global view of the jetting 3D printer system

Complete System Overview

Full view of the integrated jetting 3D printer with all components

Detailed view of the printhead mechanism

Printhead Technology

Close-up of the innovative 2D ink printhead integration

Results printed by the jetting 3D printer

Print Quality Results

High-precision prints achieved with the jetting technology

Project Context

Revolutionary printing technology for high-precision 3D manufacturing. The project aimed to develop a new generation of 3D printer using 2D ink printhead technology adapted for resin-based printing, creating unprecedented precision and speed in additive manufacturing.

Technical Implementation

2D Printhead Integration

  • •Studied and understood 2D ink printhead documentation thoroughly
  • •Implemented ignition sequence and power supply control
  • •Developed pressure system for resin supply (adapted from ink system)
  • •Created precise nozzle control system

3D Printer Integration

  • •Used existing 3D PLA printer with open-source motherboard
  • •Mastered G-Code programming for 3D printer control
  • •Integrated UV light system for resin solidification
  • •Designed custom electronic card for ESP32 printhead control

Custom Slicer Development

  • •Created slicer software for STL file processing
  • •Generated G-Code files based on slice count
  • •Developed specific files for printhead resin ejection control

Results & Achievements

Complete System Integration

Full system operational after 3 months of development

Successful First Prints

Achieved first 3D impressions with excellent quality and precision

Revolutionary Technology

Successfully adapted 2D printing technology for 3D applications

Future Expansion Ready

System designed for multiple printhead expansion (limited by time constraints)

Technologies & Tools

C/C++
Python
G-Code
ESP32
Electronics Design
3D Printing
EasyEDA
Fusion 360
VS Code

System Architecture & Innovation

Hardware Components

  • •2D Ink Printhead (adapted for resin)
  • •ESP32 control system
  • •Custom electronic control card
  • •UV light curing system
  • •Pressure-based resin supply

Software Components

  • •Custom STL to G-Code slicer
  • •Printhead control algorithms
  • •Resin ejection timing system
  • •Layer-by-layer processing
  • •UV curing coordination
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