Hard work and good help can pay off, as two young engineers have learned. Mixing undergraduate curiosity and real-world engagement together, Zachary Lesan and Patrick Watson, two students from the Colorado University (CU) Boulder Aerospace … [Read more...] about Two aerospace students used metal AM to build the Reaper turbopump
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Carbon-filled composites optimize Formula SAE racing performance
The versatility and mechanical properties of the functional components made in Windform materials are well recognized by specialists and insiders. One of the latest examples comes from the world of Formula SAE. “Like every year, the industry … [Read more...] about Carbon-filled composites optimize Formula SAE racing performance
Why is copper so challenging to 3D print?
By Zach Murphree, Velo3D Copper is one of the “hottest” metals attracting attention in the additive-manufacturing world these days. This is in large part due to its superior thermal conductivity, which is desirable in rocketry and industrial … [Read more...] about Why is copper so challenging to 3D print?
Dyndrite and AMFG partner for automated LPBF 3D printing
Dyndrite and AMFG recently announced AMFG powered by Dyndrite, an integrated solution that unlocks the full potential of metal 3D printing by bringing order-to-part automation, eliminating bottlenecks, and streamlining the entire production process … [Read more...] about Dyndrite and AMFG partner for automated LPBF 3D printing
New HP automation solutions, materials, and services announced at Rapid+TCT
Today at Rapid+TCT, HP (Booth 4618) announced new automation solutions and expanded materials, software, and services to help customers scale 3D printed parts production. HP has also promoted several of its current Digital Manufacturing Network (DMN) … [Read more...] about New HP automation solutions, materials, and services announced at Rapid+TCT
Jabil’s new PLA 3110P powder is a sustainable, bio-based alternative
Jabil recently introduced PLA 3110P, a novel powder based on a renewably sourced biomaterial that offers a bio-based alternative to petrochemical-based powders, such as Nylon-12 (PA 12). Developed in collaboration with NatureWorks, a leading … [Read more...] about Jabil’s new PLA 3110P powder is a sustainable, bio-based alternative
AddUp’s FormUp 350 supports Zeda’s aerospace and medical sectors
Zeda (previously PrinterPrezz/Vertex Manufacturing), a global leader in advanced 3D manufacturing and nanotech solutions for the medical, space, aerospace, and defense industries, announced the addition of its first AddUp FormUp 350 Powder Bed Fusion … [Read more...] about AddUp’s FormUp 350 supports Zeda’s aerospace and medical sectors
Smart Fusion automatically adjusts laser power in metal AM
Committed to advancing and adopting metal additive manufacturing (AM), EOS has launched its Smart Fusion software technology for laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) metal 3D printing that automatically adjusts laser power in real time. The technology … [Read more...] about Smart Fusion automatically adjusts laser power in metal AM
Fabrisonic solves AM build problems with SmartPlate
Fabrisonic, in collaboration with EWI and Luna Innovations, designed and built an instrumented PBF build plate called the SmartPlate. The SmartPlate has embedded sensors and extracts data for real-time or post-processing analysis. The idea for … [Read more...] about Fabrisonic solves AM build problems with SmartPlate
How additive technology can help reduce CO2 emissions from industry
Several engineering companies say we have the technology to reverse climate change, one of which is using direct air capture. Interestingly, additive manufacturing has the potential to play a major role here. Scott Green, 3D Systems Principal … [Read more...] about How additive technology can help reduce CO2 emissions from industry
