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Introduction to Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Technology

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Course Features

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Duration

3 weeks

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Delivery Method

Online

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Available on

Lifetime Access

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Accessibility

Mobile, Desktop

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Language

English

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Subtitles

English

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Level

Beginner

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Effort

1 hour per week

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Teaching Type

Self Paced

Course Description

This course on metal additive manufacturing technology provides a comprehensive understanding of the topic. It covers the various processes involved in additive manufacturing, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of this technique. The course also explores the wide range of applications for metal additive manufacturing across different industries, such as aerospace and biomedical. Additionally, participants will learn about the different materials used in metal additive manufacturing and how they can be used for prototyping and manufacturing high-demand safety-critical parts. The course is designed to provide expert guidance from educators at EIT RawMaterials and KU Leuven, ensuring that participants gain a deep knowledge and practical skills in metal additive manufacturing. Whether you are new to the field or looking to enhance your existing knowledge, this course offers valuable insights into the world of additive manufacturing.

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Skills You Will Gain

What You Will Learn

Describe what additive manufacturing is and what the different steps of the AM process chain are

Explain the advantages and disadvantages of additive manufacturing

Identify main applications of metal AM

Compare different metals that are being processed by AM

Target Students

This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn about the basics of metal additive manufacturing

Course Instructors

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Kopila Gurung

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I am a research associate at the Additive Manufacturing group of Mechanical Engineering Department of KU Leuven University and I research on process and materials in metal additive manufacturing.
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Brecht Van Hooreweder

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I am professor at the Mechanical Engineering Department of KU Leuven in Belgium, where I am leading the Additive Manufacturing team.
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Lars Vanmunster

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PhD researcher on Additive Manufacturing of metals at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, KU Leuven

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