Concurrent Applied sciences Company (CTC) has been chosen by the US Air Pressure Analysis Laboratory (AFRL) to develop a state-of-the-art additive manufacturing machine particularly suited to Division of Protection (DoD) superior weapon system half manufacturing. The $4.4 million contract, part two of the undertaking, goals to beat the restrictions of present AM gear and improve the manufacturing of longer elements for vital protection functions.
The present course of of producing massive, superior weapon system parts entails becoming a member of a number of smaller AM elements, which introduces challenges corresponding to energy points, inconsistent mechanical properties, and restricted design flexibility. By growing the capabilities of AM for DoD functions, CTC seeks to eradicate these drawbacks and streamline the manufacturing course of.
“CTC is dedicated to advancing manufacturing capabilities and supporting the protection trade’s vital wants,” stated Edward J. Sheehan, Jr., President and CEO of CTC. “The technical work we’re performing for this undertaking consists of components of CTC’s full-service portfolio of AM capabilities together with design, testing, post-processing, machining, and qualification.”
Below the contract, CTC will finalize the machine design, set up the gear, conduct qualification assessments, and print near- or full-height consultant geometry to make sure optimum efficiency.
“We’re happy with AFRL’s continued belief in our potential to supply worth on this vital effort,” stated Ken Sabo, Senior Director of Manufacturing.
Concurrent Applied sciences Company (CTC) is an impartial, nonprofit, utilized scientific analysis and growth skilled companies group. CTC collaborates with its know-how transition affiliate, Enterprise Ventures Company, to supply transformative, full lifecycle options by way of analysis, growth, testing, and analysis work.