Aerospace - TCT (Page 19)

Incus reports success following ESA-supported project exploring 3D printing in lunar environment

The joint effort set out to establish the possibility of a zero-waste workflow using lunar resources and scrap materials recovered from old mission or satellite debris to 3D print spare parts using Lithography-based Metal Manufacturing.

By TCT Team

/ 13 Jul 2023

Parts printed in recycled titanium powder usingLithography-based Metal Manufacturing - Laura Griffiths

Students at University of Sheffield break record with 3D printed rocket engine

Students at the University of Sheffield have created a liquid rocket engine, similar to what SpaceX use, with 3D printing. The engine is the first metallic 3D printed liquid rocket engine to be built and successfully tested by students in the UK.

By Oliver Johnson

/ 12 Jul 2023

3D Systems and Oerlikon collaborate to accelerate metal 3D printing in semiconductor and aerospace markets

The surface and AM solutions provider worked with 3D Systems’ Application Innovation Group (AIG) to develop a direct metal printing solution that is said to deliver validated, certified production process.

By TCT Team

/ 11 Jul 2023

A flying start: GE Aerospace's additive manufacturing journey

Sam Davies goes through the doors at GE Aerospace and reflects on the company's success with additive manufacturing, application by application.

By Sam Davies

/ 4 Jul 2023

Interview: Oerlikon on 'major milestone' for additive manufacturing in space

Dr. Sven Hicken, CTO Surface Solutions Division at Oerlikon spoke to TCT about collaborating with space companies, milestones for additive manufacturing in aerospace, and ambitions for the sector.

By Laura Griffiths

/ 30 Jun 2023

Sintavia receives strategic investment from Lockheed Martin

Sintavia has announced that it has received a direct equity investment from Lockheed Martin Corporation. The terms of the investment, which was completed on June 27, 2023, were not disclosed by the companies.

By Oliver Johnson

/ 29 Jun 2023

The cutting edge: Additive manufacturing a liquid rocket engine

SLM Solutions on the additive manufacture of a liquid rocket engine capable of reaching the Kármán line.

By TCT Team

/ 27 Jun 2023

Roboze signs MOU with Magnaghi Aeronautica Group at Paris Air Show

At the Paris Air Show 2023, Roboze and Magnaghi Aeronautica announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU). Reduction of weight and emissions, and certification of the production process using Roboze AM are pillars of the agreement.

By Oliver Johnson

/ 22 Jun 2023

Alessio Lorusso, Roboze CEO (left) and Paolo Graziano, Magnaghi CEO (right) after signing the agreement at Paris Air Show - Roboze/Magnaghi Aeronautica

Avio to install two Velo3D 3D printers for production of space propulsion systems

The purchase, which was announced during the Paris Air Show, includes a Sapphire XC 1MZ 3D printer and an original Sapphire system.

By TCT Team

/ 21 Jun 2023

GKN Aerospace commissions Cell 3 laser metal deposition with wire 3D printing system

GKN Aerospace has commissioned its directed energy deposition additive manufacturing cell as part of its new Global Technology Center in Texas, USA.

By Sam Davies

/ 21 Jun 2023

Skyrora commences tests of 3D printed 70kN engine in prep for commercial launch of Skyrora XL

UK-based aerospace firm Skyrora has commenced a series of full-duration tests to qualify the updated design of its 3D printed 70kN engine ahead of its first commercial orbital launch.

By Sam Davies

/ 20 Jun 2023

6K Additive partners with Z3DLab to manufacture high-performance titanium powders for 3D printing applications

6K Additive has announced a partnership with France-based Z3DLab for the production of its advanced ZTi alloys range. According to the companies, the partnership will drive new advanced 3D printing materials for medical and aerospace applications.

By Oliver Johnson

/ 20 Jun 2023