Unlocking the Potential of AM for Engineering

• Overview of different additive manufacturing technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, etc.)
• Explanation of each technology’s principles, advantages, and limitations
• Hands-on session: Demonstrations of different AM technologies and their working principles

Next, we delve into Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Processes, where you’ll explore different AM technologies such as FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, and more. Through in-depth explanations and live demonstrations, you’ll understand the principles, advantages, and limitations of each technology. This hands-on session will provide you with a firsthand experience of how these technologies work and their potential applications.

• Design guidelines and considerations for additive manufacturing
• Topology optimization and generative design for additive manufacturing
• Light-weighting strategies and lattice structures in design
• Hands-on session: Design exercise using CAD software for additive manufacturing

In this critical module, you’ll learn how to optimize designs for AM. We’ll cover design guidelines, topology optimization, generative design, and light-weighting strategies. Through a hands-on design exercise using CAD software, you’ll apply these principles to create designs that are optimized for AM, ensuring enhanced performance and efficiency.

• Introduction to materials used in additive manufacturing (polymers, metals, composites, etc.)
• Material properties and selection considerations
• Availability and compatibility of materials with specific additive manufacturing processes
• Hands-on session: Exploring material samples and discussing material selection for different applications

Materials play a vital role in AM, and our Materials for Additive Manufacturing module will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions. You’ll explore a range of materials used in AM, such as polymers, metals, and composites. We’ll discuss material properties, selection considerations, and their compatibility with specific AM processes. Hands-on activities involving material samples will deepen your understanding of material selection for different applications.

• Overview of post-processing techniques for additive manufacturing parts
• Surface finishing methods, polishing, and colouring options
• Inspection methods and quality control measures for additive manufacturing parts
• Potential hands-on session: Demonstrations of post-processing techniques such as sanding, painting, or heat treatment

Post-Processing and Quality Control are vital aspects of AM, and this module will guide you through various techniques. You’ll learn about post-processing methods, surface finishing, and quality control measures for AM parts. Demonstrations of techniques like sanding, painting, or heat treatment will enhance your understanding of how to achieve the desired quality and aesthetics.

• Introduction to the economic implications of additive manufacturing
• Introduction to cost analysis, ROI assessment, and business models for additive manufacturing
• Discussion on emerging trends, advancements, and future opportunities in additive manufacturing

Economic Considerations and Future Trends will provide insights into the economic implications of AM. You’ll gain an understanding of cost analysis, ROI assessment, and business models associated with AM. We’ll also explore emerging trends, advancements, and future opportunities in the rapidly evolving world of AM.

• Facility Tour of PRIMAEAM: EBM, FDM, MJF, Composite FFF, SLS, SLA machines
• Hands-on session: Participant-groups to work on a mini-capstone project specific to their industries
• Applying design principles and guidelines discussed earlier in the workshop
• Facilitated group discussions and feedback on the exercise

This module is an exciting opportunity for you to apply what you’ve learned throughout the workshop. Working in participant-groups, you’ll undertake a capstone project specific to your industry. This hands-on experience will enable you to apply design principles and receive feedback from experts. The facility tour is an added benefit, providing an opportunity to witness these machines first-hand.

• Showcasing successful case studies and real-world examples of additive manufacturing in aerospace, tooling, automotive, manufacturing, and general engineering industries
• Highlighting the benefits and challenges faced in each case study
• Discussing the lessons learned and best practices
• Hands-on session: Facilitated Group Discussion and Insights Session

This module will showcase real-world success stories of AM in aerospace, tooling, automotive, manufacturing, and general engineering industries. You’ll gain insights into the benefits, challenges, and lessons learned from these cases. Engaging group discussions and insights sessions will allow you to explore the practical applications of AM and exchange valuable ideas with your peers.

• Open floor for participants to ask questions and seek clarification
• Summarising key takeaways and learning outcomes from the workshop
• Providing additional resources and references for further exploration

In the Q&A and Wrap-up session, you’ll have the opportunity to seek clarifications, ask questions, and summarize the key takeaways from the workshop. We’ll provide additional resources and references for further exploration, ensuring your learning journey continues beyond the workshop.

• Overview of different additive manufacturing technologies (FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, etc.)
• Explanation of each technology’s principles, advantages, and limitations
• Hands-on session: Demonstrations of different AM technologies and their working principles

Next, we delve into Additive Manufacturing Technologies and Processes, where you’ll explore different AM technologies such as FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS, and more. Through in-depth explanations and live demonstrations, you’ll understand the principles, advantages, and limitations of each technology. This hands-on session will provide you with a firsthand experience of how these technologies work and their potential applications.

• Design guidelines and considerations for additive manufacturing
• Topology optimization and generative design for additive manufacturing
• Light-weighting strategies and lattice structures in design
• Hands-on session: Design exercise using CAD software for additive manufacturing

In this critical module, you’ll learn how to optimize designs for AM. We’ll cover design guidelines, topology optimization, generative design, and light-weighting strategies. Through a hands-on design exercise using CAD software, you’ll apply these principles to create designs that are optimized for AM, ensuring enhanced performance and efficiency.

• Introduction to materials used in additive manufacturing (polymers, metals, composites, etc.)
• Material properties and selection considerations
• Availability and compatibility of materials with specific additive manufacturing processes
• Hands-on session: Exploring material samples and discussing material selection for different applications

Materials play a vital role in AM, and our Materials for Additive Manufacturing module will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions. You’ll explore a range of materials used in AM, such as polymers, metals, and composites. We’ll discuss material properties, selection considerations, and their compatibility with specific AM processes. Hands-on activities involving material samples will deepen your understanding of material selection for different applications.

• Overview of post-processing techniques for additive manufacturing parts
• Surface finishing methods, polishing, and colouring options
• Inspection methods and quality control measures for additive manufacturing parts
• Potential hands-on session: Demonstrations of post-processing techniques such as sanding, painting, or heat treatment

Post-Processing and Quality Control are vital aspects of AM, and this module will guide you through various techniques. You’ll learn about post-processing methods, surface finishing, and quality control measures for AM parts. Demonstrations of techniques like sanding, painting, or heat treatment will enhance your understanding of how to achieve the desired quality and aesthetics.

• Introduction to the economic implications of additive manufacturing
• Introduction to cost analysis, ROI assessment, and business models for additive manufacturing
• Discussion on emerging trends, advancements, and future opportunities in additive manufacturing

Economic Considerations and Future Trends will provide insights into the economic implications of AM. You’ll gain an understanding of cost analysis, ROI assessment, and business models associated with AM. We’ll also explore emerging trends, advancements, and future opportunities in the rapidly evolving world of AM.

• Facility Tour of PRIMAEAM: EBM, FDM, MJF, Composite FFF, SLS, SLA machines
• Hands-on session: Participant-groups to work on a mini-capstone project specific to their industries
• Applying design principles and guidelines discussed earlier in the workshop
• Facilitated group discussions and feedback on the exercise

This module is an exciting opportunity for you to apply what you’ve learned throughout the workshop. Working in participant-groups, you’ll undertake a capstone project specific to your industry. This hands-on experience will enable you to apply design principles and receive feedback from experts. The facility tour is an added benefit, providing an opportunity to witness these machines first-hand.

• Showcasing successful case studies and real-world examples of additive manufacturing in aerospace, tooling, automotive, manufacturing, and general engineering industries
• Highlighting the benefits and challenges faced in each case study
• Discussing the lessons learned and best practices
• Hands-on session: Facilitated Group Discussion and Insights Session

This module will showcase real-world success stories of AM in aerospace, tooling, automotive, manufacturing, and general engineering industries. You’ll gain insights into the benefits, challenges, and lessons learned from these cases. Engaging group discussions and insights sessions will allow you to explore the practical applications of AM and exchange valuable ideas with your peers.

• Open floor for participants to ask questions and seek clarification
• Summarising key takeaways and learning outcomes from the workshop
• Providing additional resources and references for further exploration

In the Q&A and Wrap-up session, you’ll have the opportunity to seek clarifications, ask questions, and summarize the key takeaways from the workshop. We’ll provide additional resources and references for further exploration, ensuring your learning journey continues beyond the workshop.