Question

sls: powder bin packing
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packing the powder bin
the terms build volume and powder bin are synonymous. you want to optimize the resources you have, and efficiently arrange and orient the prints in a way that will maximize the print volume. in sls printing, you often use the software that comes with the printer to optimize the powder bin packing.
the program will run many case scenarios to come up with an efficient way of packing all of the prints together. it uses logarithms to consider all six sides of the bin as well as the appropriate spacing between each part. the software logarithms will keep working until it finds the most efficient way to organize all the parts within the build volume.
typically, the print software will automatically arrange everything as efficiently as possible. however, some operators prefer to place the forms in the build volume themselves. a good practice is to use a combination of both methods. use the software to numerically arrange the forms within the build volume and then use your best judgment and experience to ensure the build volume is being most effectively used.
how will the print software for sls typically arrange everything?

• as efficiently as possible
• as balanced as possible
• as quickly as possible
• as supportive as possible

Explanation:

The text states "Typically, the print software will automatically arrange everything as efficiently as possible" when describing how SLS print software arranges prints in the powder bin (build volume) to optimize packing. The other options (balanced, quickly, supportive) don't match the described purpose of optimizing resource use and maximizing print volume.

Answer:

as efficiently as possible