by I.Murray
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23 Jan, 2024
Wire Direct Energy Deposition (W-DED) is an advanced additive manufacturing process where a metal wire is precisely melted using a focused energy source, such as a laser or electron beam. This technique enables the layer-by-layer fabrication of intricate metal components, offering increased control over material deposition and making it particularly useful for applications requiring high precision and material efficiency.
Laser Additive Solutions has, recently, completed a Research and Development project funded by Innovate UK to develop the Wire DED process for Inconel 718. Inconel 718 has many applications in the Aerospace, Oil and Gas and Automotive Industry.