An engineer’s guide to understanding the state of the art in metal 3D Printing
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3D composite printing is transforming manufacturing by combining the flexibility of additive manufacturing with enhanced material properties. This innovative technology enables the creation of complex parts with improved strength, stiffness, and performance characteristics.
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A Japanese consortium reports that it has developed the first technology for additively processing a magnesium alloy. The highly reactive metal offers enormous potential for lightweight constructions and can be used in the aerospace industry, among other areas.
Photonics is advancing 3D printing by enabling ultra-precise, high-speed manufacturing.
Delta-style motion kinematics offer speed and accuracy advantages, enabling engineers to shorten their rapid prototyping times and reduce time-to-market for new products.
In this article, we'll explore the key benefits of multi-material 3D printing, some of the practical applications, and the best practices for achieving optimal results.
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3D printing has revolutionized manufacturing by enabling the creation of complex parts with a wide range of materials. While there are a wide range of different 3D printing materials, in this article, we will examine 3 of the more common materials and compare their strength and performance.
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Materials are the key to new applications that will lead to more widespread use of additive manufacturing. The number of different powders available is rather limited, however – especially in metal 3D printing.
This article looks at how to design 3D prints by mastering the principles and practices of designing for additive manufacturing (DfAM), from fundamental concepts to advanced techniques.
The automotive industry is undergoing a transformative shift with the advent of 3D printing technology for engine components. This revolutionary approach is reshaping how engineers design and produce intricate 3D printable engine parts with unprecedented precision and efficiency.
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New materials are an important driver in the development of additive manufacturing. This is because AM processes often require special powders or filaments. No wonder the AM industry eagerly awaits the new material developments presented at Formnext every year!
3D printing and injection molding represent two distinct approaches to manufacturing plastic parts and components. While each method has its unique strengths, they can also complement one another in certain production scenarios.
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Stanford bioengineer Mark Skylar-Scott on his “science fiction” quest to 3D print human hearts and other organs on demand, using cells from a patient’s own body.
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The expansion of renewable energies continues to drive demand for storage options. The Fraunhofer Institute for Energy Economics and Energy System Technology (IEE) has developed special underwater bentonite spheres that transfer the principle of pumped-storage power plants to the seabed.
This article reviews snap-fit joint types, their benefits, essential design tips, and how to select the most suitable joint for your application.
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