Part location

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000269",
  "term": "Part location",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "The specific coordinates and orientation of a 3D model within the printer's build volume, as defined in the slicing or build preparation software. The placement affects build time, material usage, surface quality, and the mechanical properties of the final object. For example, positioning a part at a 45-degree angle can reduce the staircase effect on sloped surfaces but may increase the need for support structures.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/part-location/"
}