Design for Metal Additive Manufacturing

Part 3D printed in metal.

Course Overview

Develop your expertise in designing for metal-based additive manufacturing, aimed at reducing build time, lowering cost per part, and minimizing powder consumption. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, you'll gain valuable skills in applying advanced design techniques, preparing you to excel in the rapidly evolving field of additive manufacturing. 

Format: Online

Time Commitment: 1 hour

Ideal Duration: 1 day

Language: English 

Prerequisites: n/a

Key Learning Methods:

E-Learning
Video
Quiz
Price:
$270.00

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Description

The Design for Metal Additive Manufacturing course is tailored for design engineers proficient in CAD and familiar with traditional manufacturing techniques like machining. This course provides an in-depth understanding of Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF), a cutting-edge technology that enables the creation of complex geometries previously impossible with conventional methods.

 

Participants will explore key design principles and considerations specific to LPBF, such as assembly consolidation, economic factors, and material minimalism. They will also learn about the unique challenges and opportunities in additive manufacturing, including how to effectively manage heat dissipation, surface roughness, and overhang angles. By the end of the course, attendees will be equipped to design parts that are lighter, stronger, and optimized for the AM process.

 

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will receive an official EOS Design for Metal AM certificate, validating their expertise in the advanced design principles of metal additive manufacturing.

Who is it for

This training is designed for design engineers focused on developing parts for the Metal Laser-Based Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) process. It is ideal for those who want to:


  • Expand their professional network within the additive manufacturing (AM) expert community.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends with continually updated content.
  • Enhance build efficiency for faster and more cost-effective production.
  • Earn a prestigious certification from the industry leader in AM.

What You Will Learn

Participants will acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, including:


  • In-depth understanding of the laser-based powder bed fusion process.
  • Unlocking design freedom through innovative metal AM applications.
  • Mastering DfAM principles, such as topology optimization and part consolidation.
  • Addressing LPBF-specific challenges like surface roughness, internal stress, and support structures.
  • Implementing precise design guidelines for thin walls, holes, and overhangs to ensure print success.

Syllabus

  • Assembly Consolidation
  • Economic Factors
  • Function-Oriented Design
  • Material Minimalism
  • Force-Flow Design
  • Rounded Edges and Corners
  • LPBF Process Chain
  • Surface Roughness
  • Layer Thickness
  • Stress and Deformation (Shrink Lines, Buckling)
  • Overheating
  • Aspect Ratio
  • Overhang Angle
  • Wall Thickness
  • Support Structures
  • Hole sizing

FAQ

This course is designed for design engineers who are looking to learn specific design consideration and guidelines for metal parts printed on Laser Powder Bed Fusion systems.

This course focuses on the essentials of Design for AM, specifically with the metal Laser Powder Bed Fusion process in mind. Design guidelines are presented that are unique to this AM process.

You are recommended to have an active Materialise Magics and PSW software licenses.

We recommend that learners who take this course have a strong technical background in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and a general understanding of Additive Manufacturing.

If you're interested in exploring the AM process on a deeper level, we highly recommend taking our Process Engineering and Science Certificate program. Contact us at training@eos.info for more info.

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