The TN Skills Competition in Additive Manufacturing was organized to provide hands-on exposure, assess student competency, and promote skill development in advanced manufacturing technologies. The event was hosted in the Additive Manufacturing Laboratory and included demonstrations, design tasks, machine operation activities, and evaluation by domain experts.
Objectives of the Event
To create awareness on the importance and industrial relevance of Additive Manufacturing (AM).
To evaluate students’ design, slicing, printing, troubleshooting, and post-processing skills.
To identify talented students suitable for state-level and national-level skill competitions.
To provide practical exposure to AM equipment, software tools, and material handling.
To enhance innovation, problem-solving, and manufacturing competency among participants.
Participants Profile
Total Participants: 28 students out of 39 registrations.
Departments involved: Mechanical / Production / Mechatronics / Related branches
Levels: Diploma / UG engineering students
Competition Tasks
Task 1: CAD model design based on given dimensions
Task 2: Slicing and parameter optimization
Evaluation Criteria
Accuracy of CAD modeling
Print quality and dimensional tolerance
Effective usage of slicing parameters
Outcomes of the Event:
All 28 students who participated in the TN Skills Competition in Additive Manufacturing gained significant hands-on exposure in CAD design, slicing, material handling, and machine operation, resulting in substantial skill enhancement and improved competency in process parameters, troubleshooting, and quality control. The event encouraged innovation, with participants demonstrating creative design approaches and optimized part geometries. Students also developed strong industry readiness by becoming familiar with standard additive manufacturing practices, safety protocols, and workflow discipline. The competition helped identify top-performing talents who were shortlisted for the next level of the TN Skills Competition. Additionally, the program strengthened the utilization and visibility of the Additive Manufacturing Laboratory while promoting collaborative learning through peer interaction, teamwork, and design discussions. The event was effectively supported by key personnel—Mr. Sriman Narayanaraju, who served as the Jury Member, Dr. E. Prakash, who acted as the Overall Coordinator, and Mr. P. Arunkumar, who successfully fulfilled the role of Competition Manager.
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