Renishaw is releasing a new version of its QuantAM software. This version is based on a collaboration with Spatial Corp, a provider of 3D software development toolkits for design, manufacturing, and engineering solutions, and a subsidiary of Dassault … [Read more...] about How to ensure your part build is right the first time
Powder Bed Fusion
Software predicts residual stress in metal laser sintering builds
3DSIM LLC, a software company providing products and services on the simulation of Additive Manufacturing (AM), announced its exaSIM Beta Software, a cloud-based AM simulation tool that gives metal laser sintering users insight into residual stress … [Read more...] about Software predicts residual stress in metal laser sintering builds
More control over additive builds with Concept Laser Parameter Editor
Certain parts of the additive manufacturing process can be a challenge, especially for the process engineer setting up the additive machine for a build. Different parameters work better for different geometries. But, depending on the additive machine … [Read more...] about More control over additive builds with Concept Laser Parameter Editor
rp+m adds metal additive manufacturing to its offerings
rp+m, a leading service provider of rapid prototyping and manufacturing services, has selected Concept Laser’s M2 cusing metal additive machine to strengthen its research and development competencies. The M2 cusing will allow rp+m to develop … [Read more...] about rp+m adds metal additive manufacturing to its offerings
Top 10 design tips for direct metal laser sintering
Each additive manufacturing technology has a number of best design practices to take advantage of that technology’s capabilities. Here are top design practices for Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS). (This information is based on a Design World … [Read more...] about Top 10 design tips for direct metal laser sintering
FAQ: Can I use Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) for prototyping?
Yes, you can. Depending on part size and quantity, the DMLS additive manufacturing technology may be a good option for prototyping components that will go to production using other manufacturing methods. With large bulkier parts, it may not make … [Read more...] about FAQ: Can I use Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) for prototyping?
Innovative service providers emerging as key trend in 3D printing
3D printing was originally invented to reduce the time it takes to develop an engineering prototype. The idea was for thousands of engineers to have their own personal machines at their disposal. Today, that idea has evolved. New 3D printing … [Read more...] about Innovative service providers emerging as key trend in 3D printing
Optimization software and 3D printing deliver custom off road bikes
For Robot Bike Company (RBC), the goal is to “create the best bike frames possible.” The challenge will be to build and tailor the bike to an individual’s weight, height, and riding style, all within acceptable delivery timescales and manufacturing … [Read more...] about Optimization software and 3D printing deliver custom off road bikes
Next gen 3D printers tout industrial production capability
Increasingly, additive manufacturing developers are introducing systems for serialized production. The Renishaw RenAM 500M, for example, builds complex metallic components directly from CAD using metal powder bed fusion technology. It is the first in … [Read more...] about Next gen 3D printers tout industrial production capability
7 news ways you’ll 3D print parts in 2017
At the two major 3D printing conferences this year, AMUG and RAPID, companies introduced new ways to additively make parts. Some of these new 3D printing technologies are available now. By next year, all will be available. In some cases, these … [Read more...] about 7 news ways you’ll 3D print parts in 2017