Urban Bike Relies on Component Produced through DMLS
A complex component that improves bike design and simplifies assembly is manufactured economically at low volumes via additive manufacturing.
Read MoreSatellite to Use Additive-Manufactured Components Directly Exposed to Space
Support structures are produced through FDM in plastic material as strong as aluminum. Internal complexity is part of the reason for producing the parts through 3D printing.
Read MoreAdditive Manufacturing of Brackets Saves 1 Kilogram per Satellite
Because of complexity, material and quantity, spacecraft and satellite components are good candidates for additive production.
Read MoreMaterial Strength Affects Part Weight in Additive Manufacturing
Material properties will have even more significance in additive manufacturing than in previous part-making processes. Taking advantage of the strength of one material over another can permit an internal redesign that reduces the weight and cost of the part.
Read MoreVideo: Additive Manufacturing Robot for Foundry Molds
In addition to making either metal or plastic parts, one other production application of additive manufacturing is building in sand to create molds for casting without any need for a pattern.
WatchRenishaw to Introduce Additive Manufacturing System Aimed at Production
The first machine developed in-house by the company features a high-power laser and automation for industrial production via additive manufacturing.
Read More3D Systems to Acquire CAD/CAM Company Cimatron
Additive manufacturing technology supplier acquires CNC machining software company in a move focused on “the entire value proposition for manufacturing.”
Read MoreAcquisition Brings DMLS Capability into M2M Group
Atlantic Precision joins a group of multiple machining businesses. Prior to landing this acquisition, the group had been prepared to launch additive manufacturing internally and proceed through the learning curve with this approach to making parts.
Read MoreAdditive Manufacturing Award Website Now Live
Submit your additive manufacturing innovation by December 31. Winner of cash and promotional package to be announced early next year at MFG Meeting in Florida.
Read MoreTwo Heads Better Than One in Hybrid Additive/Subtractive Machine
New Mazak Integrex capable of additive manufacturing includes heads for both high speed and high precision metal deposition. “Natural extension of multitasking,” the company says.
Read MoreNothing But Design Intent
The way to save cost through additive manufacturing is not only to use it to eliminate unnecessary material, but also to apply it within a process that avoids unnecessary effort and interpretation by keeping all manufacturing information within the digital realm. Lockheed Martin is pursuing this ideal.
Read MoreVideo: Miniature Jet Engine Made with Additive Manufacturing
GE engineers started with a radio-controlled engine and redesigned it for additive manufacturing. This model manufacturing exercise illustrates important real points about additive manufacturing as a production option.
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