Additive layer manufacturing (ALM) is a process based on manufacturing fully functional metal components layer by layer. LKE focuses on Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) which selectively melts the metal powder in designated spots. LPBF presents the possibility to manufacture complex geometries unachievable by standard machining while keeping comparable mechanical properties.
Benefits of LPBF:
• Mass reduction and cost savings
• Lead time reduction
• Complex geometries
• Improved buy-to-fly ratio
• Green technology
LKE offers:
• Feasibility studies
• Design optimalization for LPBF
• Manufacturing services
• Post processing – including HT and surface finishing
• Testing
• Consulting for a production
LKE operates with own EOS M400 system
• Available build size: 400 mm x 400 mm x 400 mm
• Currently available materials: Ti-6Al-4V, Inconel 718
Completed projects:
• Design of spacecraft components for ALM utilizing lattice structures
• Manufacturing of IN-718 turbine wheels
• Titanium HRM mechanism thin-walled covers for Envision
• Qualified process for space applications - ECSS-Q-ST-70-80-C
