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Konrad Wegener
Other affiliations: University of Zurich, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Bio: Konrad Wegener is an academic researcher from ETH Zurich. The author has contributed to research in topics: Machining & Machine tool. The author has an hindex of 42, co-authored 486 publications receiving 7959 citations. Previous affiliations of Konrad Wegener include University of Zurich & École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne.
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TL;DR: This paper presents a review of the latest research activities and gives an overview of the state of the art in understanding changes in machine tool performance due to changes in thermal conditions (thermal errors of machine tools).
598 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, an overview over laser-based additive manufacturing with comments on the main steps necessary to build parts to introduce the complexity of the whole process chain is presented. But despite good sales of AM machines, there are still several challenges hindering a broad economic use of AM.
415 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, the formation mechanisms for these two distinct different structures will help pave the way towards newly designed alloy compositions for the selective laser melting (SLM) process, which is an additive manufacturing technology that offers significant potential for lightweight applications in space, aerospace, and automotive industries as well as in mechanical engineering.
339 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors deal with the measurement of the dynamic mechanical properties of two types of stainless steels using selective laser melting (SLM) for dynamic testing in a vertical orientation using SLM.
Abstract: Purpose – Additive manufacturing technologies such as, for example, selective laser melting (SLM) offer new design possibilities for a wide range of applications and industrial sectors. Whereas many results have been published regarding material options and their static mechanical properties, the knowledge about their dynamic mechanical behaviour is still low. The purpose of this paper is to deal with the measurement of the dynamic mechanical properties of two types of stainless steels.Design/methodology/approach – Specimens for dynamic testing were produced in a vertical orientation using SLM. The specimens were turned to the required end geometry and some of them were polished in order to minimise surface effects. Additionally, some samples were produced in the end geometry (“near net shape”) to investigate the effect of the comparably rough surface quality on the lifetime. The samples were tension‐tested and the results were compared to similar conventional materials.Findings – The SLM‐fabricated stain...
317 citations
TL;DR: In this article, the authors investigated the effect of the laser beam profile on the defect-free processing of the nickel-based superalloy IN738LC using selective laser melting (SLM).
259 citations
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TL;DR: A review of the emerging research on additive manufacturing of metallic materials is provided in this article, which provides a comprehensive overview of the physical processes and the underlying science of metallurgical structure and properties of the deposited parts.
4,192 citations
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TL;DR: In this article, a fast Fourier transform method of topography and interferometry is proposed to discriminate between elevation and depression of the object or wave-front form, which has not been possible by the fringe-contour generation techniques.
Abstract: A fast-Fourier-transform method of topography and interferometry is proposed. By computer processing of a noncontour type of fringe pattern, automatic discrimination is achieved between elevation and depression of the object or wave-front form, which has not been possible by the fringe-contour-generation techniques. The method has advantages over moire topography and conventional fringe-contour interferometry in both accuracy and sensitivity. Unlike fringe-scanning techniques, the method is easy to apply because it uses no moving components.
3,742 citations
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TL;DR: In this article, the authors discuss leading problems linked to energy that the world is now confronting and propose some ideas concerning possible solutions, and conclude that it is necessary to pursue actively the development of coal, natural gas, and nuclear power.
Abstract: This chapter discusses leading problems linked to energy that the world is now confronting and to propose some ideas concerning possible solutions. Oil deserves special attention among all energy sources. Since the beginning of 1981, it has merely been continuing and enhancing the downward movement in consumption and prices caused by excessive rises, especially for light crudes such as those from Africa, and the slowing down of worldwide economic growth. Densely-populated oil-producing countries need to produce to live, to pay for their food and their equipment. If the economic growth of the industrialized countries were to be 4%, even if investment in the rational use of energy were pushed to the limit and the development of nonpetroleum energy sources were also pursued actively, it would be extremely difficult to prevent a sharp rise in prices. It is evident that it is absolutely necessary to pursue actively the development of coal, natural gas, and nuclear power if a physical shortage of energy is not to block economic growth.
2,283 citations
TL;DR: Polymers are by far the most utilized class of materials for AM and their design, additives, and processing parameters as they relate to enhancing build speed and improving accuracy, functionality, surface finish, stability, mechanical properties, and porosity are addressed.
Abstract: Additive manufacturing (AM) alias 3D printing translates computer-aided design (CAD) virtual 3D models into physical objects. By digital slicing of CAD, 3D scan, or tomography data, AM builds objects layer by layer without the need for molds or machining. AM enables decentralized fabrication of customized objects on demand by exploiting digital information storage and retrieval via the Internet. The ongoing transition from rapid prototyping to rapid manufacturing prompts new challenges for mechanical engineers and materials scientists alike. Because polymers are by far the most utilized class of materials for AM, this Review focuses on polymer processing and the development of polymers and advanced polymer systems specifically for AM. AM techniques covered include vat photopolymerization (stereolithography), powder bed fusion (SLS), material and binder jetting (inkjet and aerosol 3D printing), sheet lamination (LOM), extrusion (FDM, 3D dispensing, 3D fiber deposition, and 3D plotting), and 3D bioprinting....
2,136 citations