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Indexed by: Conference Paper

Date of Publication: 2011-04-09

Included Journals: Scopus、CPCI-S、EI

Volume: 201-203

Page Number: 117-120

Key Words: Digital Manufacturing; Laser Rapid Prototyping; Marine Propeller; Pattern-Less Casting

Abstract: An integrated digital routine is applied in the near net shape manufacturing of marine propeller. Firstly, the 3D CAD file of propeller is created by parametric modeling. Secondly, the propeller casting process is simulated using CAE software, through which an optimized casting scheme is obtained. Thirdly, fabricates the mold using laser rapid prototyping and cast the metal propeller. Finally, evaluate the casting precision performance. CAD, CAE and CAM are integrated in this process. The dimensional accuracy of the final piece is controlled within 1mm and its surface roughness achieves Ra 6.3 mu m. The result shows that the pattern-less casting of propeller can be achieved by this method, reducing cost and performing high accuracy.