Articles
Video: AM Succeeds with Executive Support
Güngör Kara of EOS sees buy-in from the top of the organization being a valuable factor in additive manufacturing realizing its full promise.
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3D Printing with Postprocessing in Mind
3D printing requires different finishing considerations than traditional manufacturing. One expert offers do’s and don’ts for approaching the finishing of additively manufactured parts.
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Video: AM’s Value Is in Product More Than Process
Marc Saunders of Renishaw says manufacturers must consider “what kind of play they’re going to make with additive.” The broadest perspective looks at AM’s potential to affect the performance of the entire product.
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Video: Update on Hybrid Manufacturing
Greg Hyatt of DMG MORI notes expanded range of subtractive operations and applications likely to benefit from hybrid.
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Top 10 Stories of 2016
The additive manufacturing industry saw significant technology developments, acquisitions and expanded applications in 2016. Take a look back.
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Stages of Evolution to Achieve “Additive Manufacturing Thinking”
Güngör Kara of EOS discusses stages of transformation for industrial additive manufacturing.
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Webinar: Software for Metal Additive Manufacturing
Register for a free webinar focused on 3DXpert, a software solution for metal additive manufacturing.
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Implementing Additive Manufacturing: Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?
Is the end result of metal AM worth the effort it requires? Students of UL AMCC learn to ask this question at every stage in the process.
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Video: Practical Considerations of 3D Printing Functional Parts
Jonathan Schroeder of 3D Platform considers 3D printing as a manufacturer. Here are some considerations of making functional parts and cost-effective production parts.
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Biomimicry: Nature’s Way of Cooling Tools with DMLS
Research leveraged biomimicry, a design method based on structures and systems found in nature, to develop a better mold.
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Inert versus Open Atmosphere for Laser Metal Deposition
Optomec's Jim Cann explains why and when to choose one over the other.
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Training Center Leader Says AM Affects Many Competency Areas
Established knowledge and skill areas ranging from engineering design through postprocess testing and inspection and even supply chain management all need to be rethought with additive in mind.
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