The total energy consumption for creating the initial raw powder metal, then producing the bracket in DMLS, was slightly smaller than the equivalent cast process steps (with the higher energy use of ...

Additive manufacturing is a process that adds material, usually on a layer-to-layer basis, to make a 3D object based off the interpretation of 3D computer-aided-design (CAD) data. Additive ...

DePuy Spine's use of a DMLS system reduced wait times and increased flexibility in producing surgical tool prototypes A DMLS system allowed DePuy Spine to quickly present consulting doctors with ...

What is direct metal laser-sintering (DMLS), and does titanium pose any unique technical challenges for this technology? A: DMLS is an emerging technology for rapid, additive manufacturing of metal ...

This file type includes high-resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. The dynamic 3D-printing landscape is a challenge to navigate for industry experts, and even more so for those who are ...

You know 3D-printing has hit the big leagues when the military starts using the technology to produce weapons. Researchers at the U.S. Army Armament Research, Development, and Engineering Center last ...

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. (April 13, 2017) -- Two scientists at the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research, Development, and Engineering Center were recent winners of the Foreign Technology Assessment ...

Currently, additive manufacturing of 3D metal parts is carried out using two primary techniques. Although these techniques are time-intensive, they are excellent when it comes to manufacturing ...