Scan Strategy Isn’t a Detail — It’s a Structural Foundation In metal additive manufacturing, residual stress is an invisible but powerful force that can distort parts, crack surfaces, or even cause complete build failures. One of the most effective ways to con... Jan 7, 2026
The High Stakes of Undersized Escape Holes in Ceramic AM When working with ceramic-filled powders or other high-viscosity materials in additive manufacturing, small details make a massive difference, especially escape hole sizing. As the Scojet graphic emph... Dec 18, 2025
Thin-Wall Designs Without Compromise Lightweight doesn’t have to mean fragile. One of the greatest misconceptions in engineering is that thin walls automatically imply weakness. In metal additive manufacturing, that assumption is outdate... Dec 18, 2025
Add Relief Cuts to Reduce Thermal Stress Concentration In the world of metal 3D printing, thermal stress is an unavoidable consequence of localized heating and rapid cooling. As each layer fuses, internal stresses begin to build, often culminating in visi... Dec 18, 2025
Consolidating Brackets into One Printed Part One of the most transformative advantages of metal 3D printing is the ability to consolidate multiple components into a single structure. Traditional brackets often require multiple fasteners, welds, ... Dec 18, 2025
Designing for Powder Flow in Complex Channels In metal additive manufacturing, internal channels are often used for cooling, weight reduction, or fluid transport. However, many engineers overlook how critical powder flow is during the printing an... Dec 18, 2025
Thermal Mass Matters, Why Gradual Transitions Prevent Distortion One of the most common causes of distortion and cracking in metal additive manufacturing is sudden changes in wall thickness. When thin sections abruptly transition into thick areas, heat is absorbed ... Dec 11, 2025
Lattice Structures, Not Just for Rockets Lattice structures have long been associated with aerospace, and for good reason, they offer the ultimate balance of strength and weight reduction. But that doesn’t mean they’re limited to space-bound... Dec 10, 2025
The Real Value of Conformal Cooling: Smarter Geometry for Faster Cycles In mold tooling, production speed is everything, and often, cooling time is the bottleneck. That’s why conformal cooling has emerged as one of the most valuable strategies in mold optimization. By red... Dec 10, 2025
Why Surface Damage Often Starts in the Slicer In metal additive manufacturing, one of the most underestimated risks begins long before the first layer is printed, it starts in the slicer. When critical surfaces are positioned too close to support... Dec 10, 2025
Why Overhangs Can Ruin Your Build Before It Even Starts In metal 3D printing, part orientation is not just a setup detail, it’s a critical factor that can make or break your build. One of the most overlooked risks? Unsupported overhangs. These features, es... Dec 1, 2025
Use Tapered Walls to Improve Powder Removal Depowdering is a critical post-processing step in metal additive manufacturing, especially for parts with internal cavities. However, trapped powder in vertical walls or blind holes can complicate the... Nov 18, 2025