Post Processing in Additive Manufacturing (AM): Main Approaches

Type of course:

Digital learning, Lesson

Language:

Duration:

15 minutes

Workload:

2 hours

Proficiency:

Intermediate

Target:

Manager, Professionals, Workers

Additive manufacturing (AM) technology has rapidly evolved with research advances related to AM processes, materials, and designs.
The advantages of AM over conventional techniques include an augmented capability to produce parts with complex geometries, operational flexibility, and reduced production time.
However, AM processes also face critical issues, such as poor surface quality and inadequate mechanical properties. Therefore, several post-processing technologies are applied to improve the surface quality of the additively manufactured parts.

Learning outcomes

Demonstrate the need for post-processing operations on as-built parts according to the required part properties
Apply the most recommendable method for post-processing to use in each case