Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech) – Research Intern

We are looking for a dedicated student to join our research team and focus on investigating the feasibility and optimization of reusing metal powders in the laser powder bed additive manufacturing (LPBF) process. This project is essential for sustainable manufacturing and cost-efficiency while maintaining the high quality and performance of additively manufactured parts.

Concurrently, the student will also be involved in the surface enhancement project of 3D printed parts.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Literature Review: Conduct a comprehensive review of existing literature and research related to metal powder reuse in LPBF.

Data Collection: Collect data related to the printing process using reused metal powders. This includes recording process parameters, powder characteristics, and in-situ monitoring data.

Characterization: Perform physical and mechanical characterization of the printed parts to assess their quality, including properties like density, porosity, hardness, and mechanical strength, dimensional measurements for printed parts.

Powder Analysis: Analyze the metal powders before and after each printing cycle to evaluate any changes in their properties and quality.

Data Analysis: Analyze the data collected during the experiments, identifying trends and patterns that can inform decisions on the potential for powder reuse.

Reporting: Document your findings and observations and create comprehensive reports and presentations to share your research results.

Pre-requisites:

Students with engineering and design background, preferably Mechanical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering.