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Additive Manufacturing

 
 
Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, is a process to create, layer by layer, a physical object as a three-dimensional part using a variety of materials that include plastics, metals, ceramics and more. It is widely used in medical, aerospace and for prototyping applications, and continues to expand into many other industries.
 
 

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Technology Focus: Additive Manufacturing Innovations
In this special digital edition, we take a look at emerging advancements in additive manufacturing technology, including new materials innovations, connecting CAD to 3D printing, and the evolution of 3D printing from prototyping to production applications.
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Prototype/Manufacture
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Prototype/Manufacture
FREE WEBINAR: Is Additive Manufacturing (AM) ready to take on mass production?
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Prototype/Manufacture
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Design
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Additive manufacturing is playing a key role in revamping automotive design workflows.

Prototype/Manufacture
Make Way for Large-Scale Additive Manufacturing
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Prototype/Manufacture
Designer Julia Koerner Unveils a New 3D-Printed Jacket
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Design
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Merger provides advanced 3D design tools and additive manufacturing expertise to fast-growing regional manufacturers in the West.

Prototype/Manufacture
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