Robotic additive manufacturing typically requires heavy off-line programming and/or simulation and non-familiar programming languages, with real-time motion control typically limited with robotic motion solutions. This presentation will provide an overview of how robotic systems for metal additive manufacturing can be implemented and programmed using conventional slicers and run like CNC-type machines to enable ease of use and minimize training. DEDSmart® Controlled robotic systems allow joint level control combined with real-time motion+I/O control that provide kinematic path planning to enable efficient robotic use. This robotics solution enables large format 3D printing at minimal cost and maximum flexibility. In addition to printing, parts can be repaired, enhanced or joined with the same DEDSmart® Robotic technology.
FormAlloy Technologies, Inc.
Jeff Riemann, Chief Technical Officer & Co-Founder is a Mechanical Engineer, Directed Energy Deposition subject matter expert, and has over 15 years of experience in machine design and integration. Prior to founding FormAlloy, Jeff was a partner and Vice President of Product Development at an industrial machine tool company and a controls engineer in the aerospace industry. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
FormAlloy Technologies, Inc.
Melanie Lang, is the Co-Founder and CEO of FormAlloy. Melanie began her engineering career at Boeing and later spent 14 years at Lockheed Martin. She holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Illinois and an M.S. in Systems Architecture & Engineering from the University of Southern California. Melanie currently serves on the Association of Manufacturing Technology (AMT) Board and America Makes Executive Committee.
Tracks: 3D/Additive, Automation, Cutting, Laser, Forming & Fabricating, Job Shop, Lean, Management, Marketing & Sales, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing, Stamping, Workforce Development
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