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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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Basics

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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Production

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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Mold Tooling

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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DED

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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Machining

Postprocessing Composite Tooling: Machining, Coating or Combination Strategy?

A project testing the surface finishing options for composite tooling reveals insight about machining and coating strategies.

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Beyond Conformal Cooling: Uniform Thermal Surface Control

The concept leverages principles of conformal cooling to enable even more precise temperature control.

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Basics

Video: Safety Is No. 1 in Metal AM

John Murray of Concept Laser discusses safety, quality and automation as they relate to additive manufacturing for production metal parts.

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Design

The Power of AM Is in Product and Process

Additive manufacturing will advance where DFAM improves product performance and is supported by the process chain.

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Metal

High-Speed Milling Meets Powder-Bed Additive Manufacturing

A hybrid machining center from Sodick integrates high-speed machining with direct metal laser sintering (DMLS).

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Webinar: Additive Manufacturing Needs Machining—How Should They Work Together?

Register for the free webinar by the Consortium for Advanced Hybrid Manufacturing—Integrating Technologies (CAM-IT) to be held November 30 at 2:00 p.m. EST.

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