Although both additive and subtractive micro-/nanofabrication methods are established, they have been largely isolated and difficult to be integrated, due to either material incompatibilities or ...

This composite driveshaft demonstrator manufactured by LCC uses 3D-printed load introduction elements at the end-fitting as well as longitudinal rib stiffeners that spiral toward the opposite end.

Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, has had a major impact on the contemporary design and production process. First developed in 1988 with the aim of allowing for rapid prototyping, ...