Prototyping
Lockheed Martin: Importance of Closed-Loop Control in AM
Process repeatability will enable the satellite maker to apply additive manufacturing to the production of critical parts.
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Video: Preparing the Next Generation for AM
While college curricula adapt to additive manufacturing, important exposure is happening well before college as well.
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The Possibilities of Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing
With dual-wire material feed now allowing for options including blended metal alloys, the metal-deposition process for large-part additive manufacturing continues to forge ahead.
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Five-Axis Machining Complements AM
Intricate components made through AM go directly to a five-axis machine as part of a service combining additive and subtractive processing.
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Video: 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.
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Lowering Barriers, Part Two: An Update on Renishaw’s Solutions Centers
Currently in progress, Renishaw’s Solutions Center Network is intended to help manufacturers learn to use additive manufacturing effectively.
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Comparing Mechanical Properties of DMLS Vs. Barstock Parts
A study conducted by researchers from Lawrence Technology University looked at whether DMLS parts can offer the tensile and yield strength of those machined from barstock.
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Video: The Challenges Facing Additive Manufacturing
Roger Hart of Siemens describes the control technology that will address AM challenges such as surface finish and reproducibility.
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Agility Through 3D Printing
Additive manufacturing capability has helped this shop stay flexible, in both the prototyping and moldmaking parts of its business.
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Additive Manufacturing: Three Things to Watch
Discussion at a local meeting surfaced three aspects of additive manufacturing that OEMs, users and others are watching with interest.
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