Integration of components in 3D-Printing Process
Integration of components in 3D-Printing Process
Function integration by inserting arbitrary components during additive manufacturing
Intellectual Property and Innovation Management
Deniz Bayramoglu, +49 6151 16-57215
Robert Heitzmann, +49 6151 16-57228
innovation@pvw.tu-…
Status quo
The enclosure of components during the additive manufacturing process by laser beam melting of metal powder is only possible by interrupting the manufacturing process. The powder is removed, the component is inserted and then a flat layer of powder is applied before the manufacturing process is continued.
Our technology: AM-Process for enclosing components with arbitrary geometry
Due to the arrangement of re-coater and rotating construction platform, the powder can also be placed directly on arbitrary shaped, inserted components. The laser can melt the powder and enclose the component with material.
Benefits
- Integration of sensors of arbitrary geometry into additively manufactured components.
- Integration of semi-finished products into the additive manufactured components.
- No interruption of the construction process necessary to insert the components.
Current stage of development
Technology-Readiness-Level (TRL): Level 2.
The concept of the insertion process has been drawn up and a prototype is in development.
Application possibilities
The possibility of enclosing components allows additional functions to be integrated into products. Furthermore, the properties of the components can be specifically influenced by inserting semi-finished products.
Commercialization opportunities
For the implementation of the technology, we are looking for interested companies who would like to extend their product portfolio or open up new business fields. There are various possibilities for cooperation between the industrial partner and TU Darmstadt: from an exchange with the know-how carriers of the technology up to a close cooperation in case of further development needs. The technology is protected by intellectual property rights and can be used by the industry partner after a sale or licensing agreement.

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