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Multi-metal 3D printer to boost Australia’s aerospace manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

Image: Nick Rains/CSIRO The commissioning of a new multi metal 3D printer in Melbourne as part of the iLAuNCH Trailblazer initiative is set to make space missions more affordable and efficient by creating lighter, faster and more robust aerospace components. and weight reduction of 31 per cent with ASCO, a Belgian aerospace company.

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Ford Aerospace acquired by SPIROL

Design World

SPIROL has announced that Ford Aerospace Ltd., Ford Aerospace was founded at Tyne Dock in 1910 by Robert Ford, and the family business has most recently been led by the founder’s great-grandson, Chris Ford. based in South Shields, U.K., will be joining the SPIROL group of companies.

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Advancing hypersonic aerospace systems with 3D printing

Design World

Velo3D, Lockheed Martin, and Vibrant teamed up with DoD’s LIFT Institute on a data-driven approach to certifying materials and methods for additively manufactured aerospace systems. In the defense industry, there has been a recent and urgent need to advance aerospace applications.

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Spacecraft manufacturers use the force

Design World

By Keith Skidmore, Director of Custom Solutions, Sales, Interface When aerospace companies invest billions of dollars to build a spacecraft, they need assurance that their investments are protected.

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GKN Aerospace partners with IperionX to advance sustainable titanium manufacturing

Manufacturer's Monthly

IperionX Limited has agreed to an order with GKN Aerospace for the delivery of titanium plate test components manufactured with IperionX’s advanced titanium technologies. GKN Aerospace’s titanium plate components will be manufactured with IperionX’s advanced titanium angular powder and powder metallurgy techniques.

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Markforged releases material for 3D printing aerospace components

Manufacturer's Monthly

Markforged Holding Corporation has released Vega, an ultra high performance filament designed for aerospace manufacturing on Markforged’s FX20 printer. Vega is formulated to expand aerospace applications for our customers,” said Shai Terem, CEO of Markforged.

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GE Aerospace To Invest Over $650M In Manufacturing Technology and Facilities

Metrology

GE Aerospace has announced plans to invest $650 million in its manufacturing facilities and supply chain this year to increase production and strengthen quality to better support its commercial and defense customers.