An engineer’s guide to understanding the state of the art in metal 3D Printing
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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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The benefits of 3D printing can be exploited by engineers, with high-quality hardware and materials leading to new products across diverse industries
This article examines what additive manufacturing encompasses, clarifies its relationship to 3D printing technologies, and explores the specific methodologies and materials involved in this innovative manufacturing approach.
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Fraunhofer ILT has developed an extremely fast technology for applying additive coatings to bipolar plates.
In this article, we’ll provide a high-level overview of the best practices from a network perspective down to the individual printers.
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V-One, a PCB printer developed by Voltera, a Canadian company that makes rapid prototyping platforms for printed electronics.
Sometimes big things start small, and that’s certainly true of filament manufacturer Fiberthree. This Darmstadt-based company has developed a process that recycles carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic and significantly minimizes its carbon footprint.
