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Error correction for 3D-printed components; Printer enables enhanced anatomical models

Error correction for 3D-printed components

Part of Desktop Metal’s Live Suite package of software programs to manage 3D printers, accessories, and processes, Live Inspect can correct for any type of repeatable AM defect across 3D printing platforms
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Desktop Metal launched Live Inspect for analyzing and correcting errors in 3D-printed parts. Live Inspect allows manufacturers to dial in accuracy and 3D print parts with higher tolerances. The software analyzes features such as holes, slots, and planar surfaces and provides tolerance analysis according to standard geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) norms and practices. Live Inspect then automatically applies feature-level scan adjustments that correct for deviations identified by the tolerance-based scan analysis.

For users of Team DM binder jetting platforms, Live Inspect enhances the capabilities of Live Sinter, Desktop Metal’s sintering simulation and compensation software. Live Inspect can also aid in manufacturing polymer parts that warp due to curing and thermal effects or sandcasting cores swelling due to microwave curing. The software will be available as an added feature bundled with Live Sinter for metal binder jetting operators as well as a stand-alone option for users of other platforms and additive technologies.

Desktop Metal
https://learn.desktopmetal.com/live-inspect
IMTS Booth #432212

 

Printer enables enhanced anatomical models

Stratasys launched its J5 Digital Anatomy 3D printer to address growing demand for cost-effective, high-fidelity anatomical models. The printer enables hospitals, medical device manufacturers, and research institutions to enhance patient outcomes, streamline operations, and bring products to market faster.

Key benefits for customers include enhanced surgical planning, unique anatomy realism, and the ability to accelerate development of anatomical models. The J5 Digital Anatomy printer is compatible with biomechanically accurate materials and compact.

Stratasys
https://www.stratasys.com
IMTS Booth #433007

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