NDE and Inspection (Page 4)

Errors that occur during large-scale additive manufacturing (AM) builds can be prohibitively expensive for manufacturers. Current in-line inspection methods are inefficient, but damaged and distorted end products waste too much time, material, and money. How can in-process inspection be optimized to improve productivity and ensure quality? EWI investigated this question using the laser-blown powder DED...

While there are many advantages to using AM processes in manufacturing, the costs of inspection can be a deterrent in adopting the technology. EWI is currently involved in a Department of Energy project aimed at reducing costs for the nondestructive evaluation (NDE) of AM parts through in-process monitoring and localized region part-risk assessment. You are...

Manufacturing innovators and process developers are glad to see in-person professional meetings and events returning in full-force this month after two years of canceled conferences and programs. EWI subject specialists will be presenting our latest R&D work at the following events in the second half of March: America Makes Spring TRX -- Senior Technology Leader...