A geometric approach for controlling local overheating in topology optimization for additive manufacturing

Additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized part manufacturing, offering unprecedented design freedom and the ability to fabricate intricate structures. Computational design methods like topology optimization (TO) effectively capitalize on AM's design freedom. However, manufacturability constraints must be considered to ensure reliable...

Framework for sustainable recycling in automotive prototyping: The case study of Polyamide 12 in Additive Manufacturing

Improving sustainability in industrial processes is a key topic for the welfare of the environment. One of the major environmental problems caused by industrial processes is industrial waste production. In the automotive industry, the use of polymers such as PA12 for prototyping produces tons of waste per year which are generally destined to...

Greentom Go: Designing a circular and sustainable hand cart

The main objective of this graduation was to design a sustainable hand cart product concept for young families in the Netherlands, which is simple in its design, easy to use, and affordably priced. The hand cart should furthermore be suitable for up to three children to sit in and suitable to transport goods. Research was done on current hand...

Localized Tangential Vector Fields for the use in Tangent Vector Field Design: A Vector Field Design Approach with the use of Localized Basis Fields

The use of tangential vector fields and thus the need for designing them has steadily been increasing over the years. In this master thesis, a method is proposed and implemented that defines localized tangential vector fields on a mesh surface, which allows for the designing of vector fields on the triangulated surfaces of these meshes....

Hands can: Determining the location and range of motion of digital joints in 3D scans

The versatility of the hands is revealed in its movements, but often not noticed before trauma occurs. Joint range of motion is used as a measure to follow the progress of diseases. A digital workflow for 3D data in medical appliances is envisioned for years.<br/>The aim of this research is to develop a method that reliably and reproducability...

The Ergo Pro shin & knee guard.: The next step in ergonomic personal protection for the lower leg in field hockey.

This report contains the entire process of the graduation project of the Industrial Design Engineering master, Integrated Product Design at the TU Delft. This project is a cooperation between me, Emmylou Hoppe, and the company CrossGuard and the TU Delft. The goal of this project was to gain knowledge about current shin protection in use during...