lisävalmistuksessa

Lisävalmistuksessa, often translated as additive manufacturing or 3D printing, refers to a group of technologies used to build objects by adding material layer by layer. Unlike traditional subtractive manufacturing, which removes material from a larger block, additive manufacturing starts with a digital model and builds the object directly from that design. This process allows for the creation of complex geometries and customized parts that would be difficult or impossible to produce using conventional methods.

The process typically begins with a 3D digital design, often created using computer-aided design (CAD) software. This digital file is then sliced into numerous thin horizontal layers. A 3D printer then reads these layer instructions and deposits or fuses material, such as plastic, metal, ceramic, or composite, according to the design. Each layer is added precisely on top of the previous one until the entire object is formed.

Lisävalmistuksessa encompasses a wide range of technologies, including fused deposition modeling (FDM), stereolithography (SLA), selective laser sintering (SLS), and metal additive manufacturing processes like direct metal laser sintering (DMLS). These technologies vary in the materials they can use, their resolution, speed, and cost. The applications of additive manufacturing are diverse, spanning industries like aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and research and development. It facilitates rapid prototyping, on-demand production, and the creation of highly personalized items.