Aerospace & Defense

🖨️ Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds

Near-net-shape lattice/porous structures, organic contours, internal channels impossible with subtractive methods

3 Processes

What is Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds?

🖨️ Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds represents a complete system of precision titanium components engineered for Aerospace & Defense applications. Near-net-shape lattice/porous structures, organic contours, internal channels impossible with subtractive methods The system integrates 0 distinct component types manufactured through 3 specialized processes.

Engineering & Design Principles

Material: Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) is the most common AM titanium alloy. Grade 23 ELI for medical implants requiring higher ductility and lower oxygen content.

Form: AM builds start from atomized metal powder (Grade 5 / Grade 23 powder). Substrate plates are standard bar/plate stock.

Standards & Material Specifications

Standards: ASTM F2924 (Grade 5) / ASTM F3001 (Grade 23 ELI), HIP + annealed, 100% CT scan + mechanical test coupons

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Engineering Solution Blueprint

Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds

Aerospace · Medical Device · Automotive · Other

1 Part Feature Analysis

Near-net-shape lattice/porous structures, organic contours, internal channels impossible with subtractive methods

  • ⚠️ Residual stress / distortion
  • ⚠️ Surface roughness (as-built)
  • ⚠️ Porosity control
  • ⚠️ Support removal difficulty
  • ⚠️ Fatigue performance vs wrought

2 Material Selection Rationale

Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V — General alpha-beta alloy, high strength

Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) is the most common AM titanium alloy. Grade 23 ELI for medical implants requiring higher ductility and lower oxygen content.

3 Form Selection Rationale

Round Bar / Rod — for turning, fasteners

AM builds start from atomized metal powder (Grade 5 / Grade 23 powder). Substrate plates are standard bar/plate stock.

4 Manufacturing Process & Services

Core Processes:

SLM/DMLS printingStress relief annealingSupport removal (EDM/machining)Hot isostatic pressing (HIP)

Toll Processing Services:

Powder characterizationCT scanning (internal defect detection)HIP densificationSurface finishing

Process Pitfalls:

  • ⚠️ As-built surface roughness (Ra 6-12um) requires post-processing for fatigue-critical applications
  • ⚠️ Support structures for overhangs >45 degrees must be optimized to reduce material waste

5 Procurement Specifications

ASTM F2924 (Grade 5) / ASTM F3001 (Grade 23 ELI), HIP + annealed, 100% CT scan + mechanical test coupons

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Manufacturing Process Flow

1
SLM/DMLS printing

Selective Laser Melting (SLM/DMLS) builds titanium components layer-by-layer from metal powder using a fiber laser. Internal lattice structures, confo

2
Stress relief annealing

Vacuum heat treatment of titanium in a controlled environment prevents oxygen/nitrogen pickup that causes alpha-case embrittlement. Programmable tempe

3
Support removal (EDM/machining)

5-axis CNC milling centers provide simultaneous multi-axis interpolation for complex titanium components. The ability to tilt the tool relative to the

Components in This System

Frequently Asked Questions

What titanium grades are used in Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds systems?
Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds components are manufactured from titanium grades selected for their specific functional requirements, including Grade 2, Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V), and Grade 23 ELI as applicable.
What manufacturing processes are used for Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds?
Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds components are manufactured using processes selected for each component's specific geometry, tolerance, and volume requirements.
What quality standards apply to Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds components?
All Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds components are manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D certified quality management systems.
What industries use Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds?
Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds systems serve the Aerospace & Defense industry, with components engineered to meet sector-specific regulatory and performance standards.
Can you provide DFM feedback for Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds designs?
Yes. Our engineering team provides free Design for Manufacturability (DFM) analysis for Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds projects. Upload your CAD file (STEP, DXF, or DWG format) and our team will review your design within 24 hours.

Engineering Trends

  • ▸ Process: SLM/DMLS printing
  • ▸ Process: Stress relief annealing
  • ▸ Process: Support removal (EDM/machining)

Related Manufacturing Capabilities

These specialized processes support Additive Manufacturing (AM) Builds component manufacturing.

SLM/DMLS printing Stress relief annealing Support removal (EDM/machining)
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