Mini 3D Printer

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A Research Paper

Presented to the Department of Mechanical Engineering

Cebu Institute of Technology University

Cebu City, Philippines

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In Partial Fulfillment

of the Requirements for the Degree

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with Mechatronics

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by

Aparri, Bob Lenvir F.

Cabunilas, Fritz O’Niel Jr. C.

dela Cerna, Noel Christian C.

Mamalias, Norbert L.

Sta. Cruz, Gian Paolou R.

March 2019
 Weekly Report
11.17.18

Updates:

 We consulted Engr. Tano on Thursday (11.15.18) about the fabrication of the parts using
acrylic since we were about to start the laser cutting process. He suggested to use
aluminum sheet because acrylic is brittle. We took that into consideration and looked into
parts wherein aluminum can be used. We also had a look at the Mini CNC Milling Machine,
a project from last year, which employed the same aluminum parts Engr. Tano was
suggesting.
 On Friday (11.16.18), we set out to canvass the price of aluminum plate/sheet. At a local
hardware, the price of a 3 mm-thick plate is P600/sq. ft. and the 6 mm-thick plate is
P1800/sq. ft. An aluminum sheet (4 ft x 8 ft) may cost us P14,000. Engr. Tano suggested
that we coordinate with other groups who will be also using aluminum.
 As for the ordering of materials online, we are still finalizing the list so that we can buy
them in one go.

Tasks:

Aparri
 Canvassed the prices of bolts and screws, aluminum plates
Cabunilas
 Finalized the no. of screws and looked upon which parts can be made from aluminum
dela Cerna
 Took care of the ordering online
Mamalias
 Canvassed the prices of bolts and screws, aluminum plates
Sta. Cruz
 Revised the closest prior arts and canvassed the price of a power supply