Top 5 of the Week: A 3D printed robotic arm and much more!

This week we found the top 5 videos about 3D printing and the way additive manufacturing is shaping our society. The technology has infiltrated many sectors, from medical to automotive! Check out our selection of the week to keep up with the innovations! This week we touch on a 3D printed robotic arm and much more! If you enjoy these, you can view even more 3D printing videos on our Youtube channel. Hope you’ll enjoy and have a great Sunday!

Top 1: Design for Additive Manufacturing

In additive manufacturing, there are very specific design rules and tools that will allow you to create an optimized design, ready for 3D printing. These methods are generally grouped under the term Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) – developed to optimize the functional performance of the part as much as possible, but also its cost, reliability, and other product life-cycle considerations. Several techniques are used today, such as generative design, topology optimization or the creation of lattice structures. What does it take to design specifically for 3D printing? Learn more below!

Top 2: A 3D printed robotic arm

You probably know the Dutch company MX3D for its 3D printed steel bridge. This time, the company presents us with a 3D printed robotic arm made of stainless steel to support an ABB machine, designed by a team of engineers at Altair. They have optimized the overall design to make the arm as light as possible. MX3D then used its WAAM technology to create the set. They managed to obtain a part that weighs 73 kilos, 50% less than the original. By running their machine continuously, MX3D teams were able to obtain a finished result in only 4 days: