Additive manufacturing has revolutionized the way a great of deal of products are engineered and brought to life. By utilizing additive technology, manufacturers are able to quickly and easily create complex parts and products with greater accuracy and precision than ever before. A very popular material used for additive manufacturing via 3D printing is ceramics. Ceramics are widely adopted in 3D printing due to their strength, durability, and heat resistance. Ceramics are used in additive manufacturing for a wide range of applications, from aerospace and automotive industries to medical and dental implants. Ceramics are ideal for creating intricate components that require high levels of precision and accuracy. They are also being used to create prototypes and parts that cannot be manufactured using traditional methods. The use of ceramics in additive manufacturing is also being combined with automation technologies, such as robotics and machine learning techniques, to make the production process even more efficient. By utilizing this automation, manufacturers can reduce production time and costs while also increasing the accuracy and quality of the finished product. Automation also allows manufacturers to quickly and easily create complex parts and products with greater accuracy and precision than ever before. Additive manufacturing and automation technologies are revolutionizing the way products are created and manufactured. This technology is helping to make the production process faster, more efficient, and more cost-effective. In this article from MIT Technology Review, the invention of a new method of 3D printing using ceramics is discussed along with some benefits of the material itself. If you’re exploring making use of additive manufacturing technologies or interested in using materials like ceramics or composites, connect with the team at Intellimech today. Our highly-experienced engineers can leverage their knowledge and experience to help turn our partners’ visions into reality.
Lighter, Stronger, Faster (Choose Three)
The aerospace industry relies on advanced materials, such as composites, to manufacture lightweight and durable aircraft components. The production of these components requires precise and consistent processes, making it an ideal candidate for industrial automation. One key area where automation is used in aerospace composite manufacturing is in the layering and curing of composite materials. This process involves laying layers of composite material, such as carbon fiber or glass fiber, onto a mold and then curing it under high pressure and temperature. Robotic systems are often used to handle the composite material and lay it onto the mold with high accuracy and repeatability. Another area where automation is used is in the inspection of composite components. Machine vision systems, which use cameras and software to analyze images, can be used to inspect the surface finish and dimensions of composite parts to ensure they meet stringent quality standards. In addition to improving efficiency and consistency, the use of automation in aerospace composite manufacturing also has safety benefits. Many of the tasks involved in composite manufacturing, such as handling hazardous materials or working in extreme environments, can be performed by machines rather than humans. Overall, the use of automation in aerospace composite manufacturing has helped the industry produce high-quality components far more efficiently and safely. As the demand for advanced materials in the aerospace industry continues to grow, it is likely that the use of automation will increase in this sector. Intellimech’s team has decades of experience with the engineering, deployment, and support of cutting-edge composites processing technologies to achieve our partners’ target objectives. Contact us today to start the conversation about how Intellimech’s engineers can leverage our talents to help with realizing your goals.
Giant Steps in Advancing Manufacturing, Microns at a Time
Additive manufacturing methods, especially 3-D printing, are quickly evolving to become commonly employed means of both prototyping and production. The opportunities presented by this unique method of manufacturing can include the ability to create complex parts and geometries that aren’t feasible, or even possible, using some traditional machining or fabrication technologies. In this article from MIT Technology Review, a revolutionary new jet fuel nozzle built by GE Aviation using a metal sintering additive process is explored. Achieving successful output using an additive manufacturing process will often combine many specific technical challenges: precision motion control, high-performance I/O systems for controlling processes, and powerful yet straightforward control and visualization of the entire system. Our engineering team at Intellimech has the in-depth experience needed in several additive manufacturing processes to help your application be successful, whether you’re interested in optimizing your existing system or seeking a completely new methodology to apply to your specific needs. Connect with us today and let us help you get started engineering a comprehensive solution to achieve your goals.
A Stronger, Lighter Future Thanks to Composites
The race is on for companies to find new, innovative ways to enhance their product offerings, or even develop new ones, by taking advantage of the unique possibilities that composite materials and their associated manufacturing processes offer. At Intellimech, our team has extensive knowledge and decades of experience with composites manufacturing and has delivered solutions for automated fiber placement, automated tape laying, filament winding, and compression molding processes to a number of diverse industries and customers. In this release, Purdue University announces a partnership with other institutions and the U.S. Department of Energy to develop tools and methods for applying composite technologies to vehicles, wind energy, and compressed-gas storage. If you’re considering applying composite materials and automated manufacturing processes, don’t hesitate to contact us. Intellimech’s engineers are committed to helping our partners succeed by applying these cutting-edge technologies and methods to create and capture value.
Creating Opportunities with Additive Manufacturing
New technologies can offer new opportunities and additive manufacturing is no exception to that principle. At Intellimech, our engineers have a proven track record of successfully delivering solutions for various additive manufacturing processes, including fiber placement and tape laying for composites (carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer) and stereolithography. One group that is taking advantage of what additive manufacturing can bring to the table is the Aerospace & Defense industry. In this article from MIT Technology Review, the unique benefits offered by incorporating this technology are analyzed.