Additive manufacturing is currently the fastest growing technical market segment. While it has the potential to revolutionize the industrial manufacturing landscape, companies need to overcome some hurdles before they can replace existing manufacturing methods. The printing of metals is particularly demanding as it often uses a laser that optimizes the density of the metal for each application. But it can also melt the metal in unexpected ways and cause product failure. In addition, rapid heating and cooling causes stresses that can deform the product. The combined ANSYS 3DSIM simulation solution will mitigate these risks and lead to stronger yet lighter components in the future.

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