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WEBINAR: Binder Jetting as a Research Platform for Ceramic and Metal Powder Systems
When the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) integrates a technology into its research workflow, the focus is rarely on high-volume production. Instead, the interest lies in the precision, repeatability, and material flexibility required for ri
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When the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) integrates a technology into its research workflow, the focus is rarely on high-volume production. Instead, the interest lies in the precision, repeatability, and material flexibility required for rigorous scientific inquiry. That’s why one of its labs is utilizing binder jetting as a research platform.
Laser-based 3D printing systems have been the academic standard for years, but for researchers pushing the boundaries of material science, binder jetting offers a compelling alternative: a cold-process environment where the printer acts as a precision instrument for ceramic and metal powders. The technology offers unique advantages for material development, process exploration, and experimental flexibility, making it especially relevant for academic and research spaces.
A Collaborative Insight: SUPSI and Arc Impact
To understand the potential of this technology, it is useful to look at the institutions bridging the gap between theoretical research and applied engineering. A prime example is the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI).
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