February 2016 Issue
February 2016
Features
Featured articles from the February 2016 issue of Additive Manufacturing
Developmental LSAM Machine Adds Melt Shaping Capability
Development continues on Thermwood’s Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) machine with the inclusion of a shaping wheel and plans for subtractive integration.
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Manage AM Expectations with Simulation
Move additive manufacturing away from empirically driven development with simulation.
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The Value of Metal and Powder Simulation
Two videos from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories show how SLM works at the powder level.
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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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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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Lowering Barriers to AM Integration
Renishaw's Solutions Center Network will offer "incubator cells" to help manufacturers learn about AM technology.
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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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10 Valuable Lessons from an Additive Metal Part
If you’re going to use AM for production, the subtractive steps deserve as much consideration as the additive cycle.
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Proto Labs Acquires Alphaform
Autodesk to Acquire Netfabb
STL Editor Adds Modules
