Project IMProVe

Mechanical samples (Material: Super-INVAR)
© Fraunhofer IFAM Dresden
Mechanical samples (Material: Super-INVAR)
Geometry demonstrator (Material: 1.7227)
© Fraunhofer IFAM Dresden
Geometry demonstrator (Material: 1.7227)

Goal

Overcoming process limits in additive manufacturing by combining innovative materials, equipment and processes

Work Packages Fraunhofer IFAM

Evaluation of the processability and recyclability of powder raw materials for LBM and SEBM

SEBM process development for Fe-based materials (heat-treatable steel, hard tool steel and Super-INVAR)

Determination of mechanical parameters

Construction of monolithic geometric and functional demonstrators

Design and analysis of a hybrid component (cutting tool)

Project Partners

Airbus, Barradas, Bosch, FKT, ifw Jena, Fraunhofer IKTS and Fraunhofer IWU

Duration, Funding Reference Number

05/17 - 04/20, 03ZZ0208A (BMBF)