Automotive
Hear a Tier 1 Automotive Manufacturer Describe the Journey to AM for Production
Dylan Schickel of Varroc Lighting Systems describes AM successes and offers hard-knocks advice for others on this journey. Join him Sept. 21 at 2:30 pm EDT as part of AM In-Depth. (Add to your MySpark Planner.)
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ExOne Qualifies Inconel 718 for Binder Jet 3D Printing
ExOne’s nickel-based alloy Inconel 718 is frequently used in the aerospace, energy and automotive industries, often for high-temperature applications, such as jet engines and tooling, or corrosive environments.
Read MoreDSM’s Glass-Filled Polypropylene for Demanding Applications
Glass-filled polypropylene (PP) pellet material was developed especially for 3D printing, enabling easy and consistent production of structural and demanding applications using fused granulate fabrication technology.
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Generative Design to Bring Weight and Cost Savings for Micromobility FUV
The “Fun Utility Vehicle” from Arcimoto is already in production, and already lightweight. But after just 30 days of redesign for additive manufacturing, the company discovered major components could be made lighter still, and production could be made simpler.
Read MoreBigRep Launches ABS, ASA Advanced Materials
BigRep is expanding its materials portfolio with versatile and impact-resistant ABS and weather- and UV-resistant ASA, aiming to open a new dimension for Large-Format 3D Printing in the automotive and consumer products industries.
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How 3D Printed Tools Add Value at This GM Plant
General Motors’ Spring Hill, Tennessee, facility is finding opportunities to replace conventional tooling components with 3D printed alternatives made in house. The result is cheaper tooling on a shortened timeline, with better functionality.
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Optomec's Aluminum 3D Printing Capability Uses Directed Energy Deposition
Aluminum DED processing is said to open the transportation and aerospace industries to AM and repair of complex aluminum alloy parts.
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3D Printing Changes a Drone Engine: The Cool Parts Show #9
Cobra Aero made the engine cylinder of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) both more powerful and easier to manufacture. Learn what additive manufacturing is doing for drones in this episode of The Cool Parts Show.
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In Automotive, Is Additive Manufacturing an Answer for Die Cast Tooling?
The largest high-pressure die cast tool builder in North America is 3D printing die inserts and water jackets for major automakers. It’s a tough sell, but one company is succeeding — and it’s just getting started.
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"Future of AM" Roundtable Marks National Manufacturing Day
Additive manufacturing (AM) experts from Ford, Desktop Metal and MIT discuss future trends in a conversation moderated by Terry Wohlers.
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