The application of 3D printing technology in the formation of wide gypsum-based reliefs

Abstract To further explore the application of 3D printing technology in the formation of large-scale gypsum relief sculptures, this paper summarizes the types of gypsum 3D printers currently available in the domestic and international markets, as well as the maximum size of their printed products. It also analyzes the problems encountered in the formation of gypsum relief sculptures and the advantages of 3D printing technology in this field. Based on this, a wide-format gypsum relief 3D printer was developed. The specific application methods of 3D printing technology in the formation of large-scale gypsum relief sculptures were elaborated in detail from the perspectives of mechanical structure design, control development, and process experimental research. The research results show that 3D printing technology can form relief sculptures on large-format gypsum. It can be applied in the field of decorative materials. It can be concluded that 3D printing technology has broad application prospects in the formation of large-format gypsum relief sculptures.