Towards an integrated modular cold spray additive manufacturing system
Publication date
2024-04-29
Document type
Konferenzbeitrag
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Organisational unit
Conference
International Thermal Spray Conference 2024 (ITSC 2024) ; Milan, Italy ; April 29–May 1, 2024
Publisher
ASM International
Book title
Thermal Spray 2024 : Proceedings from the International Thermal Spray Conference
First page
469
Last page
482
Article ID
itsc2024p0469
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Language
English
Abstract
Cold spray additive manufacturing (CSAM) is an emerging process that has garnered significant attention from researchers due to its unique advantages. These include higher deposition rates, no need for a protective atmosphere, and the ability to connect or combine dissimilar materials. While CSAM allows for near-net-shape fabrication of workpieces, the accuracy and properties of the final products often fall short of user requirements. Furthermore, there is an urgent need to develop a generalized manufacturing strategy for workpieces with complex geometries. It appears that integrating various processes throughout the entire manufacturing workflow, from design to delivery, could address these challenges. However, few researchers have explored this area. To fill this gap, this study presents an integrated modular CSAM system designed for efficient and flexible workpiece fabrication. The system comprises two main components: software for modeling and simulation, and hardware for precise fabrication, each containing multiple modules. These modules do not operate independently but are coupled through direct or indirect decentralized and event-driven physical links. The system described in this paper offers a generalized strategy for precision manufacturing of workpieces using CSAM, potentially advancing the field and addressing current limitations in accuracy and versatility.
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