A number of applications are well-suited to the capabilities of 3D printing/additive manufacturing (3DP/AM). We’ll look at several in this series. This time we look at using additive manufacturing for prototypes. Prototyping was the original … [Read more...] about What are the best applications for 3D printing—a look at prototypes
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What are the best applications for 3D printing/additive manufacturing?
A number of applications are well-suited to the capabilities of 3D printing/additive manufacturing (3DP/AM). We’ll look at several in this series. The first one will be jigs and fixtures, often referred to as machine tooling. Forecasters have been … [Read more...] about What are the best applications for 3D printing/additive manufacturing?
Who are the vendors of Direct Energy Deposition (DED) 3Dprinters?
Directed energy deposition (DED) is one of the ASTM accepted additive manufacturing technologies. In operation, focused energy, (from a laser beam, for example) is directed at a powder material (usually metal) while it is being deposited onto a … [Read more...] about Who are the vendors of Direct Energy Deposition (DED) 3Dprinters?
Who are the vendors of lamination 3D printing systems?
One of the lesser-known 3d printing technologies is sheet lamination, sometimes also known as laminated object manufacturing (LOM). It is considered additive because one sheet of material is bound to another in a layer-by-layer process. The LOM … [Read more...] about Who are the vendors of lamination 3D printing systems?
What should you know about FDA regulations for additive manufacturing in the dental industry?
Today, digital dentistry uses 3D printing to make surgical guides, dentures, aligners, and other items. Because such devices “go into a body,” the FDA will want a say in whether and how you market these and similar devices. The FDA offers guidance on … [Read more...] about What should you know about FDA regulations for additive manufacturing in the dental industry?
What are the 10 additive manufacturing processes you need to know?
About a decade ago, the ASTM International defined seven types of 3D printing. Over the years, the additive industry developed more ways to build objects in a layer-by-layer process, and new terms and descriptions were added. Here’s a look at the 10 … [Read more...] about What are the 10 additive manufacturing processes you need to know?
How to work with transparent 3D printing materials
Transparent or translucent materials suit a number of applications. In medical, such materials let physicians see anatomy and are useful in surgical planning. help In automotive, clear materials often are used for headlights. In fluid research, … [Read more...] about How to work with transparent 3D printing materials
How do I finish my 3D printed part?
3D printed or additively made parts often need finishing after the build. According to many users, this is a time consuming and sometimes costly part of the overall additive process. A recent survey conducted with support from the Society of … [Read more...] about How do I finish my 3D printed part?
How does additive manufacturing benefit Aerospace design
One of the key strengths of additive manufacturing (AM) is that it is well suited to applications that need low volumes of high-quality parts, such as the aerospace industry. Another strength is that AM can deliver parts as needed, in less time than … [Read more...] about How does additive manufacturing benefit Aerospace design
What is sheet lamination 3D printing?
One of the lesser known 3d printing technologies is sheet lamination, sometimes also known as laminated object manufacturing (LOM). It is considered additive because one sheet of material is bound to another, in a layer by layer process. Early … [Read more...] about What is sheet lamination 3D printing?
