Prototyping

Postprocessing 16 Apr 2019

Blue Photon Offers Workholding Solution for 3D-Printed Parts

Rapid 2019: Blue Photon's photo-activated adhesive supports postprocessing of 3D-printed parts in diverse materials.

Software 16 Apr 2019

Siemens PLM Simulation Software Identifies 3D Printing Problem Areas

Rapid 2019: Siemens’ additive manufacturing (AM) process simulation product, part of its Simcenter 3D AM solution, is integrated into its NX CAD/CAM/CAE solution set.

Aerospace 15 Apr 2019

Additive Technology Delivers Small Satellites to Space

Researchers at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have developed a reusable rocket engine specifically for the launch of small satellites. The complex injector heads are 3D printed which unlocks additional performance, reduces the parts count, speeds up production time, and reduces weight and costs.

Polymer 12 Apr 2019

Video: What is Selective Laser Sintering?

SLS is a powder-bed process for building polymer parts. How does it work and what can it do? AM talks SLS with Farsoon.

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Automotive 12 Apr 2019

Ford in Production with On-Demand AM Polymer Parts

Ford and Carbon presented the first digitally manufactured polymer parts in production for the Ford Motor Company, created with Carbon’s digital light synthesis technology.

DED 11 Apr 2019

Optomec LENS Metal AM Systems Offer Minimal Footprint

Optomec has announced its LENS CS 600 and 800 Controlled Atmosphere DED systems for next-generation metal additive manufacturing.

Metal 10 Apr 2019

Metal 3D Printing in a Machine Shop? Ask the Marines

A hybrid system combining metal 3D printing with machining gives the Marine Corps perhaps its most effective resource yet for obtaining needed hardware in the field. It also offers an extreme version of the experience a machine shop might have in adding metal AM to its capabilities.