Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: In this research work, a comparative analysis of 3D modeling software in the field of additive manufacturing of tactile 3D models with raised-dot Braille font is carried out.Despite the fact that there is much software for 3D modeling, in this article only those programs are selected that are most popular and used for creating 3D models and used in additive manufacturing.It also examines the key features of these information systems and their impact on the production of Braille models, as well as the challenges manufacturers face when using such software.This includes a comparative analysis of popular 3D modeling tools, an assessment of the criteria used to compare how well these tools meet the requirements of additive manufacturing for Braille models, and the strengths and weaknesses of each tool in this particular context.In addition, in this research paper, mathematical formulas are given, which are based on the evaluation criteria of 3D modeling software and on the program complexity coefficients from 0 to 5.Moreover, determining the optimal software for 3D Braille modeling and providing recommendations will allow one to get useful information for the correct determination of the most optimal software based on analysis.This article highlights the factors that influence the choice of software and based on the criteria and analysis in the table, will allow choosing the optimal software for creating Braille models, as a result, will improve additive manufacturing processes for Braille models.This sheds light on what software to choose when making haptic models in additive manufacturing, and it will speed up manufacturing processes and improve the quality of haptic models.It will also allow for further development in the development of software and expansion of the functionality of existing programs for creating tactile models with the Braille font.
Authors: N. A. Tarasov, O. H. Khamula, N. V. Soroka
Institution: Ukrainian Academy of Printing
Language: English
Subfield: Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404643134