Zackary Tileston

3D Printer Filament Waste Shredder

This shredder was my senior capstone project. My team and I were tasked with creating a shredder for recycling 3D printer filament waste for the University of Arizona Engineering Design Center. Waste comes from largely from failed prints and support material. Our main goal was to reduce the volume of the waste to ease the process of transporting it to the recycling facility. We also had several other design requirements such as our strict budget and overall current limit. Our project started with a 3D printed test model, and then a laser-cut wood prototype. I was the procurement lead for the project, being responsible for all purchasing and managing the budget. I also worked heavily on our CAD model and electrical design. I am very happy with the end result and all the work I team did together, we even won an award on design day for best video!