Potential applications of ADAM metal printing technology in the defence industry

3D process for the production of UAVs and light vehicles

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.23713/HT.57.6.13

Keywords:

additive manufacturing, 3D printing, metal printing, ADAM technology, UAV, light vehicle

Abstract

This article describes 3D metal printing with ADAM technology. It discusses the printability of high melting point metals, the potential of ADAM 3D printing in this field, and the impact of the emergence of these metals on the development of military technology. The potential and advantages of closed internal structures and cells. It describes the advantages of the feasibility of manufacturing UAV kite and propulsion systems and some light vehicle metal structures using ADAM 3D printing.

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2024-04-22

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