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SLA vs. FDM
In FDM, filament is fed through a hot extruder and deposited layer-by-layer. The materials used are typically thermoplastics, but they…
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Stereolithography
Stereolithography – more commonly referred to as SLA 3D printing – is one of the most popular and widespread techniques…
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VAT Photopolymerisation
Vat polymerisation uses a vat of liquid photopolymer resin, out of which the model is constructed layer by layer. An…
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A tool-path generation strategy for wire and arc additive manufacturing
Introduction Additive manufacturing (AM) machines have evolved over the last three decades from a limited number of expensive prototypes to…
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BUILDING ORIENTATION IN ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
surface quality, volume of support, printing time and printing cost. To grasp the problematic and to avoid complicating the issue…
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Part Orientation and Support Structure Generation
INTRODUCTION: Additive manufacturing is a process increasingly used in all industries: automobile, aerospace , medical and electronics. The principle of…
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Hot Isostatic Pressing and Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
With typical pressures from 400 to 2,070 bar (5,800 to 30,000 psi) and temperatures up to 2,000°C (3,632°F), HIP can achieve…
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Practical Difficulties of Topology Optimization for AM
Topology optimization is a powerful approach for determining the best distribution of material within a defined design domain. Often, the…
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TOPOLOGY OPTIMIZATION FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
Topology optimization methods solve a material distribution problem to generate an optimal topology. It is usual for each finite element…
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How can you identify parts for consolidation?
When thinking about part consolidation with AM, the first step is to focus on the function of the assembly that…
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The benefits of additive manufacturing for part consolidation
AM is uniquely capable of producing complex geometries that can’t be manufactured using traditional methods of manufacturing. A mechanical assembly…
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DESIGN FOR ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
Design for manufacturing (DFM) has typically meant that designers should tailor their designs to eliminate manufacturing difficulties and minimize costs.…