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Additive Manufacturing of Metals: The Technology, Materials, Design and Production

Authors: Li Yang, Keng Hsu, Brian Baughman, Donald Godfrey, Francisco Medina, Mamballykalathil Menon, Soeren Wiener

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

Book Series : Springer Series in Advanced Manufacturing

Part of: Springer Professional "Wirtschaft+Technik" , Springer Professional "Technik" , Springer Professional "Wirtschaft"

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This book offers a unique guide to the three-dimensional (3D) printing of metals. It covers various aspects of additive, subtractive, and joining processes used to form three-dimensional parts with applications ranging from prototyping to production.

Examining a variety of manufacturing technologies and their ability to produce both prototypes and functional production-quality parts, the individual chapters address metal components and discuss some of the important research challenges associated with the use of these technologies.

As well as exploring the latest technologies currently under development, the book features unique sections on electron beam melting technology, material lifting, and the importance this science has in the engineering context. Presenting unique real-life case studies from industry, this book is also the first to offer the perspective of engineers who work in the field of aerospace and transportation systems, and who design components and manufacturing networks. Written by the leading experts in this field at universities and in industry, it provides a comprehensive textbook for students and an invaluable guide for practitioners

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Frontmatter

Chapter 1. Introduction to Additive Manufacturing

Abstract

The idea of producing a 3 dimensional object layer by layer came about long before the development of ideas around additive manufacturing. The first concept patented can perhaps be traced back to Peacock for his patented laminated horse shoes in 1902. Half a century later in 1952, Kojima demonstrated the benefits of layer manufacturing processes. A number of additional patents and demonstrations took placed in the time period of 60–80 s that further solidified the idea of producing a 3 dimensional object using a layer wide approach and in the meantime set the stage for introduction and development of processes based on this principle to produce physical prototypes.

Li Yang, Keng Hsu, Brian Baughman, Donald Godfrey, Francisco Medina, Mamballykalathil Menon, Soeren Wiener

Chapter 2. Additive Manufacturing Process Chain

Abstract

A series of steps goes into the process chain required to generate a useful physical part from the concept of the same part using additive manufacturing processes.

Li Yang, Keng Hsu, Brian Baughman, Donald Godfrey, Francisco Medina, Mamballykalathil Menon, Soeren Wiener

Chapter 3. Microstructure, Mechanical Properties, and Design Considerations for Additive Manufacturing

Abstract

Microstructure has a direct influence on the mechanical properties of metallic alloys.

Li Yang, Keng Hsu, Brian Baughman, Donald Godfrey, Francisco Medina, Mamballykalathil Menon, Soeren Wiener

Chapter 4. Electron Beam Technology

Abstract

Additive manufacturing (AM) or three-dimensional (3D) printing is the process of creating 3D objects or products, layer by layer, from a 3D digital model. The 3D digital model can be created from CAD, CT, MRI, or laser scanning. AM is the reverse process of traditional manufacturing technologies, such as machining, in which one starts with a block of material and subsequently, the material is removed in a subtractive process forming the final desired part.

Li Yang, Keng Hsu, Brian Baughman, Donald Godfrey, Francisco Medina, Mamballykalathil Menon, Soeren Wiener

Chapter 5. Design for Additive Manufacturing

Abstract

As AM technologies become increasingly recognized, manufacturing industries have started to consider AM as one of the enabling technologies that will transform the paradigm of manufacturing. In aerospace industries, companies have embraced AM in the belief that it will become critical to their competitiveness. In biomedicine industries, AM is considered to be the most promising manufacturing technology to achieve customized medicine and treatment in the future. In addition, with digitalized information exchange and process management, AM is also regarded integral to the so-called “Industry 4.0” revolution, which enables intelligent and agile manufacturing via the integration with various tools including internet of things and machine–human connectivity and interactions.

Li Yang, Keng Hsu, Brian Baughman, Donald Godfrey, Francisco Medina, Mamballykalathil Menon, Soeren Wiener

Chapter 6. The Additive Manufacturing Supply Chain

Abstract

The metallic powder bed fusion (PBF) marketplace has been growing rapidly in the second decade of the twenty-first century. The technology has been incorporated into design, engineering, and manufacturing. This chapter will provide insight into the current status of the global 3D printing marketplace with emphasis on additive manufacturing activities and how they are impacting the global supply base. 3D printing will have a major influence on global supply chain logistics and traditional supply chain establishments.

Li Yang, Keng Hsu, Brian Baughman, Donald Godfrey, Francisco Medina, Mamballykalathil Menon, Soeren Wiener

Title: Additive Manufacturing of Metals: The Technology, Materials, Design and Production
Authors: Li Yang
Keng Hsu
Brian Baughman
Donald Godfrey
Francisco Medina
Mamballykalathil Menon
Soeren Wiener
Copyright Year: 2017
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Electronic ISBN: 978-3-319-55128-9
Print ISBN: 978-3-319-55127-2
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-55128-9

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