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Scientists at the Institut für Integrierte Produktion Hannover (Hanover Institute for Integrated Production) are trying to find a way of assessing the quality of parts during the 3D printing process. An optical measurement system that can be integrated into a 3D printer will continually monitor the printing process and automatically detect errors.

A new pure grade polyethylene (PE) fibre-reinforced composite is ideal for load-bearing components and fully recyclable. The reinforcing fibres orient themselves during injection moulding. 

A new type of iron powder now offers a more affordable alternative in the additive manufacturing of steels. Besides this, the new powder also increases material flexibility and makes the use of a larger range of materials economically feasible.