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What is design for additive manufacturing and why is it important?

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Additive manufacturing, in addition to changing the way that a product reaches the consumer, also changes its form and function. Additive manufacturing breaks the barriers imposed by traditional techniques.

As 3D printing continues to revolutionize the product creation process in terms of design, its role in supply chain optimization and business strategy cannot be ignored.

Design for additive manufacturing requires skill and knowledge, so let’s look at what it means and why it’s important. [Read more…] about What is design for additive manufacturing and why is it important?

Beyond prototyping: Scaling up to additive manufacturing for production

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By Charlie Wood, manager of computational engineering at Fast Radius

Most readers are likely well-acquainted with additive manufacturing – as a rapid prototyping tool, at least. And while many companies believe and perpetuate the myth that AM is only a prototyping tool, innovators in a range of markets (for example, aerospace, healthcare, consumer goods and more) are already using AM for production-grade manufacturing when design, performance and cost factors align.

Exploring AM as a means of production opens up design and performance possibilities simply not possible with CNC machining, urethane casting or injection molding. This article will cover how organizations can:

  • Identify if there’s a strong business case for switching to AM for your part or product.
  • Leverage design for additive manufacturing (DFAM) principles for a seamless transition from rapid prototyping to rapid production.

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