Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM)
Thinking from the First Principles: Designing to validating Maximize(3D Printing) performance and product value with novel product forms
Our Process for Design for additive manufacturing
- Understand AM Technologies
- Design for AM technology
- Optimize for Material Usage
- Lightweighting
- Think about Build Orientation
- Tolerance and Clearance
- Tolerance and Clearance
- Consider Multi-Material Printing
- Iterative Prototyping
- Documentation and Validation
Collaborate with AM Experts from Nucleus-AM Work closely with our AM specialists and seek their input during the design process.
Collaborate with our manufacturing experts to understand machine capabilities and limitations.
Environmental Considerations:
- Be aware of the environmental impact of your chosen AM materials.
- Explore sustainable design practices and materials.
Test and Validate:
- Conduct testing to validate the functionality and durability of your AM-designed parts.
- Iterate based on test results to improve performance.
Stay Informed on AM Developments:
- Stay updated on advancements in AM technologies and materials.
- Continuously refine your design approach based on the latest industry trends.
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