Top 5 Videos: Using Metal 3D Printing to Improve Traditional Material Manufacturing

Now the week has ended, it is time to once again take a look at the best 3D printing videos that came out. The first of our top videos shows how researchers in China are using metal 3D printing to improve material manufacturing. Then, listen to a 3D printed violin as compared to one made traditionally with a test from a leading violinist before learning more about large-format additive manufacturing in the marine sector. To wrap it up, meet Jay Dinsmore, one of the leaders who has shaped the additive manufacturing industry before learning about Forward AM and Essentium’s new partnership for a better extrusion platform. Happy watching and have a great Sunday!

Top 1: Using Metal 3D Printing for Better Material Production

Researchers in Foshan City, China, are turning to metal 3D printing to improve material manufacturing. The idea is to avoid welding defect pores that are common in traditional methods of material processes through the use of metal powder bed fusion, explaining that using metal 3D printing will help in new material development in key areas. “We aim to solve some of the main difficulties in the industry at present, such as improving the quality and performance of products and reducing costs. In the long run, we strive to develop new materials and future technologies in China, especially in equipment such as key components for engines and aerospace fields,” explains Bi Yunjie, deputy director of the Institute of Advanced Additive Manufacturing of Ji Hua Laboratory. Learn more about it in the video below:

Top 2: Ray Chen Plays a 3D Printed Violin

We have told you about 3D printed instruments before, now let’s put one to the test. Renowned Taiwanese-Australian violinist Ray Chen not only 3D printed his own violin, but practiced on it to see how the sounds measures up. Can the instrument compare to a wooden one? Was the experiment a success? Check out the video below to find out for yourself!