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As manufacturing technologies evolve, they present new opportunities for manufacturers throughout the product life cycle. More and more product developers are choosing to pivot from one production method to another or are transitioning between them to suit their needs.
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This article discusses the processes, pros and cons, and the differences between two of these two – subtractive and additive manufacturing.
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Where 3D Printing Meets The Polymers Sector
A developing new materials discovery framework creates a pathway to printable parts for turbine engines.
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Metal 3D printing: 4 cases when to choose it over CNC machining and when not.
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For FDM and other processes, 3D printer sanding is a key post-processing technique for removing layer lines and improving surface finish. Here we discuss how to do it.
Since the days of the Industrial Revolution, manufacturing has been associated with scale. Small artisanal and home workshops gave way to major factories producing large quantities of goods, employing a massive workforce to carry out repetitive and increasingly mechanised tasks.
In this episode, we discuss how Audi technicians and mechanics are leveraging a commonly available 3D printer to develop jigs and fixtures for assembling their high performance cars!
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In 2024, a joint survey from the RAeS and digital manufacturing experts, Protolabs, revisited a 2023 questionnaire on the top concerns and issues for those in aerospace manufacturing. One year on, what were the fresh findings of this updated industry snapshot? TIM ROBINSON FRAeS reports.
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In metal additive manufacturing, titanium powders have some of the most high-value applications, from aerospace manufacturing to patient-specific medical implants.
Build strength into your part design by incorporating strategic support features and selecting the right thermoplastics.
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Researchers have created a new class of materials called “glassy gels” that are very hard and difficult to break despite containing more than 50% liquid. Coupled with the fact that glassy gels are simple to produce, the material holds promise for a variety of applications.
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High-performance thermoplastic composites can be used to replace metals. While PEEK is the benchmark for engineering performance, reinforced PPS is a genuine low-cost alternative.
A $2.6M project will fine tune an advanced manufacturing approach that opens doors to more power-dense and sustainable magnetic materials.
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The integration of 3D printing technology is revolutionizing the way wheelchairs are designed and produced. This innovative approach is not only making production more efficient and cost-effective but also allowing for new levels of personalization.
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