High-precision CNC kinematics for reliable tool guidance

Additive functionalisation & local stiffening using fibre-reinforced 3D printing in the EmpowerAX demo part

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Additive functionalisation is multifaceted and ranges from printing local stiffening ribs to integrating assembly and adhesive aids to introducing electrical conductors into the component. The basic structure of the component can be produced using an established process, such as tape laying for the production of large-area structures. Using fibre-reinforced 3D printing (short and continuous fibre-reinforced,…

High-precision CNC-kinematics for reliable tool guidance

High-precision CNC robots for additive manufacturing of fibre-composite structures

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Increasing sustainability and productivity is one of the biggest challenges of our time. Therefore, in industry, there is a great need for high-precision and flexible systems for additive manufacturing. At our Institute, specially designed CNC robot kinematics with a high absolute positioning accuracy allow precisely controlled path movements in three-dimensional space. In combination with specifically…

Non-cutting metal replacement – continuous fibre-reinforced 3D printing filaments

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A newly developed impregnation technology enables cost-effective and flexible production of continuous fibre-reinforced thermoplastic 3D printing filaments. When combined with additive material extrusion processes, this makes it possible to implement lightweight yet highly resilient components made of thermoplastic fibre composites cost-effectively, even for new businesses and manufacturers of small production runs. Production of continuous fibre-reinforced…

3D-printed CFRP components – new impregnation technology reduces costs

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A newly developed impregnation technology is set to reduce manufacturing costs for continuous fibre-reinforced thermoplastic 3D printing filaments by up to 80 percent. Impregnation capabilities integrated into the extruder nozzle open up cost-effective economic application options for industry, especially in connection with additive manufacturing processes. A new impregnation technology The impregnation technology is based on…