Prototyping
How Does Topology Optimization Work? See the Recorded Webinar
This SolidThinking presentation includes examples of weight-optimized parts, demonstration of topology optimization and responses to viewer questions.
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Does AM Favor Integration?
Arconic, one of the companies launched in the separation of Alcoa, combines operations from metal powder production through postprocessing within a single company. Additive manufacturing perhaps uniquely benefits from bringing this range of capabilities together, since success in AM relies on more than 3D printing.
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Design for AM: Diesel Engine Support Optimized for Savings and Performance
A diesel engine support, connecting the powertrain and the vehicle chassis, is optimized for weight savings, performance and manufacturing cost reduction as a result of redesigning the part for AM.
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Testing the Waters with DMLS Faucets
A plumbing products manufacturer is expanding its luxury line with a series of faucets that could only be produced with AM.
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rp+m Pursues R&D toward Additive for Production with Concept Laser Machine
rp+m elaborates on its adoption of powder-bed metal additive manufacturing technology.
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Direct Metal Deposition Extends Life of Sensors
A specialized welding system equipped with a powder nozzle for direct metal deposition helps to extend the life of oil and gas sensors.
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Webinar: Topology Optimization of 3D-Printed Components
Register for the free webinar by SolidThinking to be held Friday, September 30, at 1:00 p.m. EST.
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Slideshow: Inside the New Honeywell AM Facility for Reactive Metals
Seven machines currently committed to aluminum expand the company’s capacity to 3D print both tooling and parts. One of the photos illustrates a safety measure addressing reactive metals.
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Rize One Seeks to Alleviate 3D Printing Challenges
Using a process called Augmented Polymer Deposition, the 3D printer creates parts with supports that can be removed by hand. But that's only one piece of Rize's strategy.
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Metal Additive Manufacturing Assists Olympic Cyclists in Rio
Custom handlebars made with selective laser melting helped a team of cyclists from France earn a medal at the 2016 Olympic Games.
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