Rapid Manufacturing of Aerospace Structures
Abstract
Allow faster and more affordable access to low-volume, state-of-the-art production capabilities for acquisition of defense unique technologies for low density, high demand systems. Rapid prototyping includes many different fabrication technologies. Stereo Lithography (SL), selective laser sintering (SLS), laminated object manufacturing (LOM), and fused deposition modeling (FDM) are a few examples. These Rapid Prototyping processes have already had the effect of both improving products and reducing their development time. Rapid Manufacturing is an attempt to transition these prototyping techniques to the manufacturing floor. This form of manufacturing can be incredibly cost-effective and the process is far more flexible than conventional manufacturing. Rapid Prototyping processes have been shown to be economically feasible for use in the manufacture of non structural parts in quantities. This Rapid Manufacturing effort will focus on the use of these Rapid Prototyping processes in the fabrication and/or assembly of Aerospace Structures.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- 72c2c09ebe0e94a9647a38c3d193d8ad