Metal L-PBF Deep-Dive

Designers and other professionals who work hands-on with the L-PBF process and already know the basics of AM. This course goes into more detail than an introduction and assumes you have the background. Take it in one sitting, or keep it as a reference.

• The principles and process phenomena of L-PBF
• The L-PBF process chain: data preparation, printing, post-processing
• The materials for L-PBF and their characteristics
• Design restrictions, guidelines and successful design examples

1. Technology and process chain deep-dive. The L-PBF principle and machine technology. The process chain: pre-process, AM process, post-process. Quiz.
2. Material availability and properties. Materials for metal L-PBF, part characteristics and quality assurance, mechanical properties of selected materials, defects in metal L-PBF. Quiz.
3. Design for laser powder bed fusion metal. The AM design process, design restrictions and guidelines, design to cost, design examples. Final quiz.