Hybrid manufacturing
Hybrid Machine Tools Won’t Need CNC Advances, Siemens Says
Today’s CNC is ready for these machines. Standard control technology is sufficient to oversee additive and subtractive together.
Read MoreHybrid Manufacturing in the Spotlight at Canadian AM Forum
PTooling's hybrid machining center became the centerpiece of an AM forum and open house held at the company's Ontario facility.
Read MoreSimulation and Updates for Hybrid Manufacturing
DMG MORI continues to improve its Lasertec 65 3D hybrid machining center, and has a new hybrid machine in the works.
Read MoreVideo: Will the Precision of Metal AM Improve?
Improved accuracy and repeatability will come from better understanding of process parameters and better prediction of the process. But the precision today already surpasses other near-net-shape processes.
WatchVideo: Preparing the Next Generation for AM
While college curricula adapt to additive manufacturing, important exposure is happening well before college as well.
WatchVideo: 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.
WatchInfographic: The Seven Families of Additive Manufacturing Technologies
An infographic from Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies offers a quick overview of the seven “families” of additive manufacturing.
Read MoreNorth American Introduction of Mazak Additive Machine
A company open house and technology event included the North American debut of an Integrex hybrid.
Read MoreSeen at EMO: Laser Metal Deposition Integrated in Moving Column Machining Center
Milling, turning and additive fabrication within a single platform that can accommodate large parts.
Read MoreToward a Made-in-Taiwan Metal Additive Machine
Reducing the cost of AM is a primary aim of the effort, but the research has also led to technology innovation.
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