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The Battle Between Laser and EBM for Production Parts

Upcoming Webinar: The Battle Between Laser and EBM for Production Parts

Upcoming Webinar:
The Battle Between Laser and EBM for Production Parts

LAI International explores the use of two types of additive manufacturing processes to better understand the capabilities of each. This case study will look at Electronic Beam Melting (EBM) and Laser Bed Fusion capabilities as it relates to design optimization and manufacturing efficiencies.

Date: June 6, 2017
Time: 2 PM EDT (11 AM PDT)
Duration: 1 hour
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Overview

Additive Manufacturing offers the unique opportunity for optimized designs to move from theory to reality. The two challenges holding many back are a lack of data on actual performance compared to simulated results, and the integration of manufacturing constraints into the optimization process.

LAI International has produced a case study that will walk through the process of optimizing a design for weight minimization, mechanical performance, as well as manufacturability in two different additive manufacturing processes; electron beam powder bed fusion (EBM) and laser powder bed fusion. This case study will explore the mechanical performance of the two additively manufactured components in relation to the simulated performance and the conventional wrought part performance. Lastly we will compare and contrast the weight of each design and the manufacturing costs. Attendees will walk away with an understanding of the true potential for design optimization with additive manufacturing as well as hard numbers to create business cases of their own applications.


Key Take-Aways

*How to optimize your design for additive manufacturing

*Understand the difference between EBM and Laser powder bed fusion technologies

*Explore the true potential of AM for weight minimization and mechanical performance

*Learn how to objectively compare the design costs vs. manufacturing costs

Speakers

Adam Rivard, Additive Manufacturing Specialist, LAI International

Adam Rivard is an Additive Manufacturing Specialist at LAI International, Inc. In this role he is responsible for the strategy, execution, and growth of the metal additive manufacturing business to provide LAI's Customers with the best manufacturing solutions for their needs. Rivard also serves on the leadership team for the SAE International committee on Additive Manufacturing and is the Chairman of the Processes subcommittee. Prior to LAI Rivard was the Technology Manager for the Additive Manufacturing Group at Pratt & Whitney. He holds a Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Caitlin Oswald, Additive Manufacturing Specialist, LAI International

Caitlin Oswald joined the LAI team as an Additive Manufacturing Specialist in 2015. On March 9, 2016, she was featured in "Women in 3D Printing" which gives prominence to leading women in the industry by sharing their stories and work. Catlin came to LAI International with a Masters in Mechanical Engineering from the the University of Connecticut. She gained her aerospace additive manufacturing credentials from six years at Pratt & Whitney where she lead technical and manufacturing readiness level programs for additive manufacturing and was a project manager for various additive development programs.

Bruce Bradshaw, Chief Marketing Officer, Arcam EBM

Bruce Bradshaw leads Arcam's marketing efforts globally. His experience in product marketing, product management, communication and messaging have helped position Arcam as the leading metal additive manufacturing solution provider for the aerospace and medical implant markets. Bruce has authored many articles in leading industry publications such as Desktop Engineering, PD&D and Design World and is often a featured speaker at events such as SME, PTC Live, SolidWorks World and more. He brings more than 20 years' experience and expertise in technology, marketing and product positioning for organizations such as Arcam and Stratasys.