What options are there for simulating and optimizing 3D printing with metal powders?

The simulation and optimization of 3D printing with metal powders is an important step in improving the quality and efficiency of the additive manufacturing process. Rosswag Engineering uses the ANSYS Additive Suite simulation environment to simulate and optimize the LPBF process based on the initial CAD data. This involves determining the resulting residual stresses and dimensional deviations, which are influenced by the material and temperature data in the LPBF process. The optimum support structure design and the optimum component alignment are also determined in order to minimize deformation and distortion. In addition, the metal powder is prepared by sieving, sifting and drying to ensure high reproducibility in the additive manufacturing process.