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The Possibilities of Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing
With dual-wire material feed now allowing for options including blended metal alloys, the metal-deposition process for large-part additive manufacturing continues to forge ahead.
Read MoreFive-Axis Machining Complements AM
Intricate components made through AM go directly to a five-axis machine as part of a service combining additive and subtractive processing.
Read MoreVideo: Will AM Subtract from Machining?
Don’t underestimate machining, which has capabilities additive can’t compete with. AM will have its greatest impact on parts that are designed specifically for this process.
WatchLowering Barriers, Part Two: An Update on Renishaw’s Solutions Centers
Currently in progress, Renishaw’s Solutions Center Network is intended to help manufacturers learn to use additive manufacturing effectively.
Read MoreComparing Mechanical Properties of DMLS Vs. Barstock Parts
A study conducted by researchers from Lawrence Technology University looked at whether DMLS parts can offer the tensile and yield strength of those machined from barstock.
Read MoreVideo: The Challenges Facing Additive Manufacturing
Roger Hart of Siemens describes the control technology that will address AM challenges such as surface finish and reproducibility.
WatchAgility Through 3D Printing
Additive manufacturing capability has helped this shop stay flexible, in both the prototyping and moldmaking parts of its business.
Read MoreAdditive Manufacturing: Three Things to Watch
Discussion at a local meeting surfaced three aspects of additive manufacturing that OEMs, users and others are watching with interest.
Read MoreAM Magazine Featured on “Making Chips” Podcast
The podcast's hosts engage an AM editor on additive manufacturing’s role relative to CNC machining.
Read MoreManage AM Expectations with Simulation
Move additive manufacturing away from empirically driven development with simulation.
Read MoreVideo: Microfactories, Large-Scale Machines and 3D Printers in Schools
Lonnie Love of Oak Ridge National Laboratories discusses the various factors that will contribute to the advance of additive manufacturing.
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