Processing of composite materials is a fast growing field within the field of Additive Manufacturing. Today, more than 19 companies develop technology to offer solutions that enable 3D printed components made from composite materials and continuous fibers.

Processing of composite materials is a fast growing field within the field of Additive Manufacturing. Today, more than 19 companies develop technology to offer solutions that enable 3D printed components made from composite materials and continuous fibers.

AMPOWER will conduct the market study on actual costs in metal Additive Manufacturing to provide an overview on the status quo and answer several key questions. Firstly, how much does metal AM cost internally and externally today and in the future? How do cost models change with regards to increasing quantities vs. traditional technologies?

AMPOWER performed a detailed study on surface finishing processes of metal AM parts. The study included research on surface finishing processes, their advantages, use cases and details on the cost structure. In total, 10 different processes that allow (semi-)automatic surface finishing were tested empirically using LB-PBF specimens and 4 different alloys: AlSi10Mg, Ti-6Al-4V, 316L and nickel-based 718.

To advance the knowledge on HIP treatments for AM parts, while enhancing AM specific material properties, AMPOWER investigates and optimizes HIP cycles for LB-, EB-PBF and BJT in this study.

AMPOWER performed a detailed study on surface finishing processes of metal AM parts. The study included research on surface finishing processes, their advantages, use cases and details on the cost structure. In total, 10 different processes that allow (semi-)automatic surface finishing were tested empirically using LB-PBF specimens and 4 different alloys: AlSi10Mg, Ti-6Al-4V, 316L and nickel-based 718.