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fabricated using scrap materials, including
3 mm & 30 mm wide angle plates and 1.5mm thick and
20 mm OD circular pipes.

With a seating capacity for a driver and one passenger,
the car features a rear-wheel drive, disk brakes, and a
hybrid suspension system—helical springs at the front
and a leaf spring setup at the rear. Basic safety measures
such as seat belts for both occupants have also been
incorporated. The total average performance output is
designed to meet the specific needs of short-distance,
intra-campus transportation while emphasizing low cost
and sustainable fabrication. Sh. Avinash Kishore, Joint Director/ Head of Office under
the supervision of Shri. Asheesh Kesharwani, Training
This initiative stands as a testament to the practical training Officer. It not only showcases the technical expertise
approach at NSTI Kanpur, nurtured under the visionary of the trainees but also highlights the institution’s
leadership of Regional Director Shri. Ravi Chilukoti, ISDS. commitment to hands-on, innovative learning for future-
The project was carried out under the guidance of ready professionals.

Additive Manufacturing Technician – CTS NSTI [W] Trivandrum

Our Additive Manufacturing Technician trade trainees Material used:
successfully designed and 3D printed a variety of PLA and ABS Filament for FDMStandard Resin For DLP
functional and creative prototype models, including
customized key chains, ergonomic mobile stands, gear Slicing Software:
mechanisms, clocks, scaled car models, assembled UltimakerCura
models, working models etc—each project demonstrating
their growing proficiency in slicing, design, and machine 3D Modelling Software:
operation. Solidworks and Fusion 360

During this training period, Additive Manufacturing
Technician trainees engaged in the complete 3D
printing workflow—beginning with 3D modeling in
SOLIDWORKS and Fusion 360, followed by slicing using
UltimakerCura, and executing prints using FDM-based
machines like ANET ET4 PRO and DLP-based machines
like MAKE3DEKA XLE.

Trainees successfully fabricated components such as
precision-fit gear assemblies, ergonomic phone stands,
and customized nameplates using PLA filament.
Through this hands-on experience, trainees developed
core competencies in CAD design, STL exportation,
slicing parameter optimization (layer height, infill,
and supports), bed leveling, filament loading, and
post-processing. These activities not only enhanced
their technical proficiency but also improved problem-
solving skills, digital manufacturing awareness, and job
readiness for roles in rapid prototyping and industrial
design.

Machine Used:
FDM -Anet ET4 PRO DLP- MAKE 3D EKA XLE