Open source, stable, autonomous and controllable additive manufacturing software system
- Open source platform
- Deep development
- Real-time monitoring
Software Overview
Farsoon independently developed integrated open source software system for additive manufacturing integrates manufacturing and fault diagnosis, temperature field control, remote monitoring, data feedback and integrated control, and is compatible with third-party application software.
Open multiple types of core and key parameters
The best workpiece quality and performance are obtained through the optimal matching of equipment and materials, while being compatible with third-party software such as Siemens NX, Autodesk Netfabb, etc
Support in-depth user development and functional customization
Based on an open platform foundation, Huashu High-Tech will provide all-round one-on-one in-depth support to industry customers, and tailor and develop suitable 3D printing equipment and new processes for them.
Real-time monitoring and traceable print quality
The remote video monitoring system enables customers to monitor in real time the temperature, oxygen content, piston position, print height and other data of the equipment as well as the operating status of the equipment no matter where they are.
The software offers free lifetime upgrades
Farsoon offers free lifetime upgrades for its independently developed software and provides you with all released material standard parameter packages for free. Most parameters of the equipment are adjustable within the range allowed by the hardware and are free of charge. You are allowed to use third-party materials.
Simplify the AM process
BuildStar - Multi functional build preparation kit
Buildstar is a flexible (universal) building package scheduling software that enables users to prepare building packages on Farsoon additive manufacturing system. Buildstar offers a series of major features that can accommodate multiple artifacts in a single build package. After the build package is created, Buildstar also provides a series of tools and modules to optimize the printing process.
Advantage
1.A complete support design module
2.Fully compatible with STL format
3.Flexible editing and verification functions
4.Multi-laser allocation and scanning strategies
5.Import large workpieces and one-click package arrangement for small workpieces
6.Tag function, encryption function, permission management, simulation function
STL
Farsoon software is fully compatible with the industry standard STL file format. Users can save the file format generated in the CAD software package directly as .STL and read it directly with Buildstar. At the same time, users can independently adjust the workspace view orientation or move the workpiece, rotate or adjust the workpiece scale at will, so as to make full use of the cylinder space and improve printing efficiency. The friendly human-computer interaction interface makes it more convenient for users to operate.
A complete support design module
Provide your metal parts with a variety of support types such as vertebral support, cross support, grid support and block support, support customers’ automatic and manual modification, and can display the support area in real time during the workpiece adjustment process, so that customers can easily choose the best placement. Fully automatic one-key vertebral support provides the best support solution for the denture industry, which can effectively improve customers’ product quality and production efficiency, while grid support and block support have flexible 2D and 3D support vertical plane editing functions, providing customers with effective and fast solutions for metal parts support design.
Flexible editing and verification functions
When users import 3D modeling files into Buildstar software, they can modify and manipulate the files as needed to create the best data package. Buildstar provides users with a variety of basic tools such as rotation, scaling, and arrangement. After the workpiece is placed, the system will perform collision checks, size compensation, and calibration on the workpieces in the build package. It can inform users in advance of the estimated build time and the amount of powder required, predict processing risks, and thus improve the quality and yield of the parts. Accurate material estimation and time estimation functions provide a reliable basis for customer production management.
Process optimization
Flexible layer-by-layer and line-by-line scanning preview functions enable accurate analysis of parts before processing. The slicing software has a variety of scanning strategies for customers to choose from, such as chessboard scanning, strip scanning, upper and lower surface partition scanning, upper and lower surface contour scanning, etc. It can predict areas with greater risks and provide methods to improve printing quality. It can also accurately calculate scanning time and material requirements, ensure sintering efficiency, improve sintering quality, and fully balance the internal stress of parts during the sintering process.
MakeStar - Powerful control and operating system
Makestar is a powerful operation control system for Farsoon metal machines and nylon machines. Makestar can read the build packages of Buildstar or other third-party package scheduling software and serves as the window (interface) for users to start executing build packages on the Farsoon system. The software is completely open source, and many distinctive features and modules can enhance the construction process.
Advantage
1.Open platform
2.Advanced production interface
3.Real-time monitoring data
4.Add or delete artifacts online
5.Intelligent fan delivery
Open Platform
Farsoon opens up multiple core key technical parameters of the software to support users’ in-depth development and function customization: Laser parameters (such as laser power, laser spot, etc.) Path planning parameters (such as strip partitioning, upper and lower surface partitioning strategies, etc.)
Motion control parameters (such as powder spreading speed, powder spreading layer thickness, etc.) Dimension calibration parameters, Support design parameters
Advanced production interface
It features both advanced/high-permission and an interface suitable for daily production. The high-permission interface can modify all parameters and system control files, making it suitable for experienced users. The production interface is equipped with graphical and intuitive touchscreen technology, meeting the needs of daily printing.
Real-time monitoring data
The remote video monitoring system enables customers to monitor in real time the temperature, oxygen content, piston position, print height and other data of the equipment as well as the operating status of the equipment no matter where they are.
Add or delete artifacts online
Selective laser sintering equipment can support real-time online addition or deletion of workpieces, and selective laser melting equipment can support online deletion of workpieces, helping users save production time and improve work efficiency.
Intelligent powder delivery
The amount of single-layer material required for scanning the cross-section of the workpiece can be accurately calculated based on the size of the printed workpiece area, and the powder feeding amount can be automatically adjusted to save production costs for users.
