Teton’s SmartSlice Reduces 3D Material Usage
Software can automatically optimize parameters so users can identify settings that yield the fastest print job by minimizing time and material while meeting strength requirements.
Teton Simulation’s SmartSlice software
Teton Simulation’s SmartSlice brings engineering-grade part simulation to Cura as a plug-in for Ultimaker Essentials users. Smart Slice is designed to reduce print times and material usage by optimizing print settings to ensure parts meets end-use requirements before parts are printed.
SmartSlice software creates the iterations virtually. Using the integration options of Cura’s open and pluggable platform, SmartSlice ensures that parts meet engineering criteria before printing, saving time and materials. Smart Slice is also well suited for replacing broken components to accelerate tool replacement, helping to get production back up and running quickly.
The company says that SmartSlice is easy to use and is extremely fast. It enables manufacturing engineers or machine operators to quickly iterate using the software rather than print unnecessary, wasted parts. Additionally, SmartSlice can automatically optimize parameters so users can identify settings that yield the fastest print job by minimizing time and material while meeting strength requirements. The technology also gives 3D printer operators near instant feedback on the viability of projects. Plus, the optimization feature takes the guesswork out of determining the right slicing parameters.
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