4 ms·

"Flexible" or "Quick Turn" manufacturing are terms used for this kind of thing. Quick-turn comes from being able to change from one kind of part to another, qui

• codingmoh 2y ago
  In theory, it seemed perfect for flexible manufacturing: same machine, same material, endless outputs. But in practice, it hit limits in speed, material properties, and post-processing. You still can’t print a high-tolerance metal part at scale and cost-effectively replace traditional machining. It’s amazing for prototyping or niche parts
  • earleybird 2y ago
    "You still can't print a high-tolerance metal part at scale and cost-effectively..." Dan Gelbart has a response (with caveats) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLgPW2672s4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLgPW2672s4
    • codingmoh 2y ago
      oh wow - that's cool! - Thanks so much for sharing!