3D-Printed Models Used for Bionic Precision Castings
3D-printed model made of PMMA. The print head bonds the plastic in layers as thin as 150 micrometers. The model then receives a ceramic coating in the foundry. When burnt out in the oven, the plastic melts, leaving a ceramic mold.
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:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1886100/1886149/original.jpg "The excellent order situation in the machine engineering sector gives foundries a positive outlook for the future.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1884800/1884847/original.jpg "Compared with the previous year, orders in the machinery and plant engineering sector increased significantly, however the benchmark was very low.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1884200/1884225/original.jpg "Generally, the demand for cast parts is constantly growing in the automotive industry.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1879600/1879620/original.jpg "This report provides an overview of commodity prices and inventories of aluminum and zinc in August 2021.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1890100/1890177/original.jpg "The researchers at Fraunhofer IWS use a multi-adsorption system to investigate the adsorption behavior of competing gases to find suitable filter substances.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1879700/1879786/original.jpg "At LKR, a test geometry has been developed that allows coupons and components to be tested from a single casting with minimal geometric influence.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1876600/1876648/original.jpg "Efficient integration of components, machines or systems into existing production lines or systems should thus become a long-term reality.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1877200/1877205/original.jpg "The robot cleans different components in minimum setup time. This is where intelligence meets power: the KR QUANTEC nano scores with its rigid kinematics and also measures vibrations.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1890200/1890226/original.jpg "Sustainability – Green Wave")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1887500/1887576/original.jpg "EUROGUSS will open its doors again in January 2022.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1885400/1885422/original.jpg "The foundry exhibition was attended by 44 exhibitors and was well received by the participants due to the live format.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1884300/1884338/original.jpg "The Fraunhofer research institute’s specialists assess many factors in addition to businesses’ energy footprint, e.g., their capability to produce electricity from renewable sources or the expediency of using energy storage systems.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1882100/1882187/original.jpg "Shifting the gears towards a more sustainable die casting industry: Join the discussion on 5.10.20221.")
:quality(80)/images.vogel.de/vogelonline/bdb/1856200/1856258/original.jpg "EUROGUSS 2022 that will take place from January 18-20, 2022, at the Exhibition Center Nuremberg.")
/cdn4.vogel.de/infinity/white.jpg "3D-printed model made of PMMA. The print head bonds the plastic in layers as thin as 150 micrometers. The model then receives a ceramic coating in the foundry. When burnt out in the oven, the plastic melts, leaving a ceramic mold.")
