MODELLING AND 3D-PRINTING OF UNIVERSAL COUPLING

MODELLING AND 3D-PRINTING OF UNIVERSAL COUPLING

G. Pranay1, B. Lokesh 2, A. Rufus3, A. Naresh4
4Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, GNITC, Hyderabad, Telangana.

1,2,3 UG Scholars Department of Mechanical Engineering, GNITC, Hyderabad, Telangana.

ABSTRACT
A coupling is a device used to connect two shafts together at their ends for transmitting power. A Universal coupling is a special type of coupling in which misalignment of shafts is allowed. Shafts are free to move 30°- 45° in any directionto transmit torque or power from one shaft to another.

In traditional methods like casting, forging, metal injection molding it has limited strength, durability, susceptibility to corrosion, wear and tear. To prevent it we use constant velocity and lubrication and with customized designs and improved materials and manufacturing.

To attain this we use 3D printing technology for improving the performance, multi design and reducing the lead time with complex structure and minimized costof the product. By using solid works, it simplifies and accelerates the design, powerful tools, automation features that enhances productivity, accuracy of the product. The materials are engineering resins (ABS, polycarbonate), flexible resins, ceramic resins.

Keywords: Coupling, Alignment, 3DPrinting, Rapid Prototyping, Design