Solutions for Difficult Machining January 1, 2009 The machining challenges for two of the most advanced concepts in cutting tool materials are pretty well known. Cubic boron nitride (CBN) tools of varying designs are being used to cut hardened ferrous metals with or without interrupted cuts, as well as welded and clad metals.
Cutting Tools for Composites April 1, 2009 Machining composites presents unique challenges compared to metals. Reinforcement fibers are abrasive, shortening tool life. The plastic matrix carries away little heat, unlike metal chips, and overheating can melt the matrix.
Advanced Materials in Automotive September 1, 2009 Advanced materials for automotive manufacturing are helping automakers build lighter, more fuel-efficient vehicles.
Advanced Technologies Supplement: Processes Reduce Composite Costs April 1, 2007 Composites engineers are expanding their craft to build more complex, durable parts at higher production volumes. One way they are achieving this objective is by using infusion-molding processes based on Resin Transfer Molding (RTM) and Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer Molding (VARTM).
Stratasys Sending 3D-Printed Materials to the Moon March 12, 2024 Materials will be subjected to moon dust, low pressure and rapid temperature swings.
Sustainability Measures That Drive ROI January 5, 2024 Building the business case for sustainability efforts in manufacturing
Friends in Fusion October 30, 2023 Reflections from one-half of the team who brought us selective laser sintering (SLS)
Global Automotive Ceramics Market Accelerates Towards $3.5 Billion by 2028 October 16, 2023 The global automotive ceramics market is shifting into high gear, on track to reach $3.5 billion by 2028. Discover the driving forces behind this growth, including a thriving automotive industry and the rising demand for electric vehicles, and see how innovation is steering this market into the future.
Fast Roughing of Superalloys October 10, 2023 Dive into the evolution of AI applications, from early adoption to groundbreaking advancements, and see how it's reshaping diagnostics, treatment, patient care, and the entire healthcare industry.
Processing Advanced Materials: Vacuum Curing and Debulking October 4, 2023 By improving efficiency, reducing labor costs, and enhancing product quality, vacuum tables offer aerospace manufacturers a competitive edge in the production of composite parts and adhesive-bonded structures.