Composites
CEAD and Adaxis Integrate Technologies for More Efficient Robotic Large Format 3D Printing
CEAD’s methodology for large-format 3D printing converges within Adaxis’ AdaOne software for the Flexbot platform, giving Flexbot users a smoother, more efficient experience with increased consistency, reliability and build quality, while minimizing potential issues.
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JuggerBot 3D Awarded $4 Million by Air Force to Develop Large Format Hybrid Additive System
The project focuses on advancing the ability to print a thermoset composite material that can transform the way an aircraft structure is designed, fabricated and sustained for limited-life aircraft.
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CRP Technology’s Windform SL Is Lightweight, Rigid Composite for SLS, LPBF
Windform SL is well suited for the the production of sophisticated, efficient components across various fields, from aerospace to automotive, ensuring light weight without the need to reduce thickness.
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Aircraft Ducts 3D Printed in Composite Instead of Metal: The Cool Parts Show #68
Eaton’s new reinforced PEKK, tailored to aircraft applications, provides a cheaper and faster way to make ducts compared to formed aluminum.
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Lithoz Invests in AMAREA 3D Printing Technology Which Combines Up to Six Different Materials in a Single Print Run
The company is looking to actively support a new dimension of 3D printed, functionally graded components.
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Markforged 3D Printing Simulation Software Validates Composite Part Strength
The virtual testing validates the strength of advanced composite parts and automatically optimizes print parameters to lower cost and speed production.
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Video: Reinforcing (and Joining) Parts After 3D Printing
Reinforce 3D has developed a method that can be applied to strengthen 3D printed parts by feeding continuous fiber and resin through them. The technique also enables joining parts of various materials and manufacturing methods.
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Prolay 7Q 3D Offers PLTM Technology for Polymer, Composite Additive Manufacturing
The Prolay 7Q can produce components 1.5 to 5 times faster than conventional AM methods and produce parts with different layer thicknesses in a single process.
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Next-Gen Horse Trailers to Be Built With Robotic 3D Printing
Double D Trailers is currently developing a prototype horse trailer that will be made with large-format additive manufacturing. The technology brings potential benefits for labor, weight and design features to this subset of recreational vehicles.
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Markforged’s FX10 Industrial 3D Printer Replaces Metal Parts With Advanced Composites
This fifth-generation print system features built-in automation for quality assurance and print routines designed to deliver strong, accurate parts every print.
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