Estudio de factibilidad en el diseño de un canal de transporte de sedimentos, utilizando una impresión 3D en el Ecuador

Abstract

The physical designs sediment transport channels in Ecuador have served to evaluate the changes that produce floods in the beds of rivers and nearby settlements, usually made of materials such as glass, acrylic and plastics. This study aims to identify the problems in sediment transport and specifically the laboratory channel of the National Polytechnic School, using 3D printing as an avant-garde tool. The physical modeling is an important tool to know the possible problems that occur in the works to be executed and in advance to give a solution. Technology grows globally and is undoubtedly necessary to increase efficiency in high-profile projects. Therefore, it is considered in this theoretical study to implement 3D impressions to the development of physical modeling of channels. First, using tools known as ArcMap software, AutoCad, Hec - Ras, for the no dimension analysis that allows to find the appropriate relationship with the laboratory prototype of teachers of the National Polytechnic School, to achieve similarities in geometry, kinematics and dynamics. Second, perform a comparative analysis with the existing channel. And finally outline the steps for the construction of the physical model using additive manufacturing