Prototyping
3D-Printed Device Proves Rugged Enough for Dust-Free Tile Removal
Arizona Home Floors considered buying a mold to produce a plastic version of its DustRam product. But when a prototype proved durable enough to withstand working conditions, the production strategy shifted to 3D printing.
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Where Do I Start with Additive Manufacturing?
Here are a few basic questions to ask yourself before diving in.
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3D-Printed Tooling at Volkswagen Autoeuropa
A video illustrates how the automotive manufacturing facility is using Ultimaker 3D printers to dramatically reduce the time and cost of developing jigs, fixtures and manufacturing aids.
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Ford Crossing Bridges to Additive Manufacturing in Automotive Production
The automaker is actively working to bridge the gaps keeping additive manufacturing from advancing into automotive parts production. Partnerships that help that advance are vital.
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Windform Composite 3D Printing Materials Enable Lightweight, Flexible Air Inlet
CRP Technology recently developed a new front air inlet for a Moto3 racing customer, which was manufactured in Windform materials by using an SLS additive manufacturing technique.
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Design Guidelines for Conformal Cooling Water Lines
Additive manufacturing enables complex geometries and nonround cross-sections for conformal cooling lines, but some design lessons from conventionally drilled lines are still relevant.
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Hear Proto Labs’ Recorded Webinar on Choosing Among Plastic 3D Printing Options
SLS, stereolithography or polyjet? The answer depends. Each process has its strengths.
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SLM Titanium Expands Options for Hearing Aid Wearers
Titanium plus selective laser melting (SLM) enables hearing aids that perform better for a wider range of individuals.
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Metal AM: Is Welding the Way In?
Optomec’s machine tool for metal 3D printing is also an accessible system for automated welding. The embrace of one use of this machine might lead to increasing exploration of the other.
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Honeywell: How Tooling Wins Acceptance of AM from Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance
Because of the power and importance of culture, tooling is the starting point for succeeding with AM.
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