Velo3D will conduct material validation and printing trials to complete full integration into its production workflows as it seeks to support the building of a secure US-based additive manufacturing supply chain for aerospace and defence programs.
Securing exclusive distribution rights for this market, Firestorm Labs believes the deal will mark a 'major leap forward' in how commercial, humanitarian, and medical sectors respond to 'urgent, on-the-ground needs.'
The Sentinel AI tool has been designed to allow manufacturers to conduct PDF analysis in seconds, speeding up the quoting process while still maintaining high standards of accuracy.
As part of the agreement, LEAP 71 will create the complete propulsion stack for Aspire’s rockets using Noyron, its proprietary Large Computational Engineering Model.
The company hopes the materials will help to offer a 'powerful alternative' to traditional manufacturing Gradient Index (GRIN) lenses, waveguides and beam-steering structures.
The Roboze Advanced Manufacturing Network sees certified partners deliver localised production of advanced parts for industries challenged by long tooling timelines, high costs, and fragmented supply chains.
The bundles have been split into two offerings - one for users operating metal additive manufacturing equipment and one for users of polymer 3D printing systems.
To satisfy stringent aerospace dimensions and structural requirements, the researchers used AM technology to print two titanium hemispheres, before joining them together through a sequence of heat treatment, precision machining and welding.
The two organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding and will work together on a series of strategic initiatives, of which the co-development of comprehensive education, training and personnel certification is considered the priority.
