Vandal Forge Printer Software

Problem Definition
Current open source printing software is not customized for a 3D metal printer.

Background
The Mark I 3D Metal Printer requires a custom print instructions file. Currently users must manually modify the printer instructions file that is created by the Slicer software.

Deliverables

 * Slic3r software customized to produce 3D metal printer instructions.
 * OctoPrint software customized for 3D metal printing.

Team Goals and Objectives
To improve the quality of the VandalForge Software while extending usability to allow further customization for future project endeavors.

Goals for Slicing Software
 * Easy to use
 * Open source
 * Integrates with OctoPrint
 * Modify the GCode output for immediate use with Forgeware
 * Can remove horizontal shells, infill, and interaction
 * Modify Slic3r with the ability to store temperature data from an active
 * Add additional options for heat and temperature control
 * Add Real time slicing

Goals for Hosting Software
 * Have convenient GUI for ease of use
 * Updates with print info in real time
 * Remove the plastic printer exclusive options from GUI
 * Add functionality using a regular and infrared camera
 * Add a real time temperature display of the active print

Team Information


From left: James Young, Tim Clemans, Michael Madsen, Jonathan Buch