Redesigning and Optimizing Parts for Selective Laser Melting
In this tutorial, Design Engineer Benjamin von Söhnen explains how you can overcome SLM's most common design challenges. You'll also learn how to create a concept that meets the requirements of 3D printing while respecting its restrictions and considering AM’s cost drivers through an FEA-based design approach.
00:00 Introduction
00:23 Overcoming SLM design challenges
03:46 Stress defects
05:45 The origin of residual stresses
07:38 Thermal stresses
08:43 Preventing stress defects
10:54 Conclusion