Question

Which one of the following rapid prototyping processes uses a photosensitive liquid polymer as the starting material?

• A. Fused deposition modeling
• B. Laminated-object manufacturing
• C. Selective laser melting
• D. Stereolithography

Hint:

Stereolithography is a great choice for applications requiring high resolution and accuracy in 3D printed prototypes, especially when working with photosensitive liquid polymers.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Stereolithography is a rapid prototyping process that uses a photosensitive liquid polymer as the starting material. The material is cured by a UV laser that solidifies the polymer layer by layer to form a 3D object. This process is widely used in 3D printing to create prototypes with high accuracy and resolution. Fused deposition modeling (FDM) and laminated-object manufacturing use different materials and processes, and selective laser melting uses powder as the starting material.