Effect of 3D printing parameters on the mechanical strength of ABS

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https://doi.org/10.29105/ingenierias28.98-968

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3D printing, ABS, mechanical properties, design of experiments

Abstract

The continuous advancement of 3D printing technology and the growing interest in developing prototypes or products with enhanced properties have driven this study, which focuses on evaluating the mechanical properties of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS). ABS specimens were fabricated under different printing conditions, which were assessed through a design of experiments and tensile tests to identify the optimal parameters that maximize the material's tensile strength. Additionally, dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) was performed on the sample with the best printing conditions, evaluating its viscoelastic behavior as a function of temperature. The DMA results identified a glass transition temperature around 123°C, indicating the maximum energy dissipation. Above 160°C, the material exhibited a viscous behavior associated with the onset of flow, providing key information for optimizing processes such as injection molding, extrusion, and 3D printing. This integrated approach combines mechanical and viscoelastic characterization techniques to provide valuable insights into the relationship between printing parameters and the performance of ABS, contributing to the efficient design of processes and applications.

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Flor Yanhira Rentería-Baltiérrez, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León

Professor at the Facultad de Ciencias Químicas (FCQ) of the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL). She completed a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering at the Tecnológico Nacional de México – Delicias, obtained a Master's degree in Materials Science at the Centro de Investigación en Materiales Avanzados (CIMAV), and a Doctorate in Materials Engineering from FIME-UANL. He completed a doctoral stay at L’Institut FEMTO-ST, Besançon, France. His research interests include additive manufacturing, mechanical and electrical properties of polymer systems, as well as modeling by fractional calculus. She is currently a member of the SNII level 1.

Jesús Gabino Puente-Córdova, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León

Professor-Researcher at the Facultad de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica (FIME) of the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL). He completed a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Electrical Engineering, a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a specialty in Materials, and a Doctorate in Materials Engineering from the FIME-UANL. His research interests include polymer rheology, mechanical design, vibration theory, electromagnetic properties of materials, and fractional calculus. He is currently a member of the SNII level 1.

Pedro Inés Loera-Martínez, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León

Professor at the Facultad de Ciencias Químicas (FCQ) of the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL) and holds the position of Head of the Industrial Engineering and Administration Specialties Laboratory. He completed his bachelor's degree in Administrative Mechanical Engineering at the Facultad de Ingeniería Mecánica y Eléctrica (FIME) de la UANL. He obtained the degree of Master of Science in Systems Engineering in the Systems Engineering Postgraduate Program at FIME-UANL. His research interests focus on the analysis of industrial systems, the development and solution of mathematical formulations, generation of heuristics and implementation of optimization algorithms focused on the industrial sector. It also participates in the development of digital tools for Industry 4.0.

Arlethe Yari Aguilar-Villarreal, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León

Professor at the Faculty of Ciencias Químicas (FCQ) of the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL). She completed a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering at the FCQ-UANL, obtained a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering with a specialty in Quality and Productivity at the Graduate School of Administration and Industrial Engineering at the FCQ, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Philosophy with a specialty in Administration at the Facultad de Contaduría Pública y Administración de la UANL. Her research interests include artificial intelligence, business intelligence, additive manufacturing, three-dimensional design, competitiveness in SMEs, education and networking, entrepreneurship. She is currently Deputy Director of Public Relations and International Affairs at FCQ-UANL.

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2025-01-31

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Rentería-Baltiérrez, F. Y., Puente-Córdova, J. G., Loera-Martínez, P. I., & Aguilar-Villarreal, A. Y. (2025). Effect of 3D printing parameters on the mechanical strength of ABS. Revista Ingenierías, 28(98), 31–41. https://doi.org/10.29105/ingenierias28.98-968

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