Lightweighting
3D Printing Lightweights Large Cutting Tools Used in Machining
Larger machined parts require larger, heavier cutting tools. 3D printing enables Star SU Neher to produce lightweight large tool bodies and add features that improve tool life and performance.
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Microturbine Relies on 3D Printed Housing to Preheat Fuel
The aluminum housing designed with nTopology and made on a Velo3D laser powder bed fusion system helps realize what its creators say will be the highest-power-density small turbine yet produced.
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SKF, VBN Collaborate on Additive Manufacturing of Large-Size Bearings
The companies say that lighter weight large-size bearing have the potential to improve performance under demanding conditions and could enable further weight optimization of machinery.
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3D Printed Bobsled Helmet Improves Safety, Lowers Weight
Additive manufacturing enabled researchers to develop custom-fit bobsled helmets with lattice linings that increased impact resistance and lowered weight.
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GKN Aerospace Successfully Tests Lightweight Turbine Rear Structure
The company says an innovative design and manufacturing of shorter, lighter turbine rear structure can contribute to lower carbon emissions.
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3D Printed Tool for Machining Electric Vehicle Motors: The Cool Parts Show #39
Additive manufacturing achieves a large-diameter cutting tool light enough for fast, precise machining of the motor housing’s stator bore.
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Desktop Metal Qualifies Titanium for Manufacturing with Studio System 2
Desktop Metal is first company to commercialize titanium for bound metal production of high-strength, lightweight components, opening the door to more accessible additive manufacturing production of high-performance titanium parts.
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AM Center Supports Automotive Supplier's Greener Engine Plan
Automotive supplier Mahle has invested in an additive manufacturing center, saying the technology will support development in thermal management, mechatronics and electronics to produce more environmentally friendly engines.
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FX20 3D Printer Produces High-Temperature, Reinforced Thermoplastics
The company says the Markforged printer enables the robust production of lightweight, advanced composite parts.
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Oil Collector Upgrade for Legacy Helicopters Is a 3D Printed Pathfinder Part
The lightweight part was delivered faster and made more easily via electron beam melting (EBM) than a conventionally manufactured alternative could be produced, while also illuminating a way forward for upgrading other existing systems.
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