Additive Manufacturing

Stratasys to increase ownership in Xaar 3D from 15% to 45% with option to fully acquire.

An Open Architecture Framework Enables the Use of PBFAM for Development Opportunities and Custom Applications.

Capacitors 3D printed on the DragonFly system eliminate the need for assembly.

Using novel materials and software strategies to develop realistic medical models from radiographic data.

Pushing the boundaries of AM using a Multi3D system to manufacture complex geometric dielectric structures.

Develop an additive manufacturing design-to-print workflow using AM-aware tools for designers to take advantage of the unique capabilities of AM.

Combining cloud-based orthotic designs with FDM production to deliver custom orthoses and streamline patient care.

The objective of this program was to build upon previous results from America Makes Project Call #1 project entitled “Maturation of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Component Manufacturing.

Developed an Advanced 3D Shape Optimization Method and Related Software to Automatically Generate Lightweight Core Structures for the Aviation Industry.

Reduced powder costs up to 80% by reusing powder in the SLS process.

As Metal AM Attracts Attention, the Need for Simulation Grows.

Shape Independent Models Predict Behavior of 3D Printed Cellular Materials with 90% Accuracy.

Created by FATHOM's Application Engineering Team, this design guideline on 3D printing and manufacturing technologies includes PolyJet, SLA, FDM, SLS, and MJF. The easy-to-use chart highlights wall thickness, hole diameter, clearance for assemblies, escape holes, minimum detail, pin diameter, accuracy,...

FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) is the most common technology used for creating 3D printed molds for vacuum forming and offers many unique benefits.

As designers and engineers become more accustomed to using AM, and more materials become readily available at lower prices, additive technologies will only continue to grow as a significant force in the manufacturing process.