The Background and Fundamental Principles for Standard Terminology in Additive Manufacturing
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Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a highly cross disciplinary field which includes many very diverse processes, areas of applications, and has similarities with several different fields of technology. Since modern AM technology originated from a group of Rapid Prototyping (RP) processes, the evolution has included many different terms and abbreviations that have been used for different, or similar concepts at different times and situations. This has made the language commonly used to describe AM technology well adapted and clear enough for individual processes and certain applications, but in a wider perspective, rather ambiguous and sometimes even misleading. In the situation for specific RP processes this was never a problem, but as this technology has been migrating into industrial manufacturing processes the conditions and requirements for communication has changed significantly. For communication in an industrial context, it is many times of critical importance to be able to use a consistent language, such as: for the specification of requirements, documentation of technical data and best practices, and the specification of test methods and protocol. Besides industry, for example in education and training, it is also very important to be able to convey a clear and unambiguous picture of the topics discussed.
The challenge to establish such a language is being addressed by the ongoing development of a standard terminology for AM technology. The goal for this is to provide the necessary means for an efficient and clear communication of the most relevant terms and concepts, in particular for industrial applications of AM technology. This webinar describes the background and fundamental principles and the reasoning behind terms and their definitions used within AM, and how a clearer understanding for the technology is enabled by a consistent use of terms and definitions.
Learning Outcomes
The following learning outcomes will be achieved upon completion of this webinar:
- Recognize and understand the basic terms and abbreviations used in additive manufacturing (AM)
- Recognize and understand the difference between trademarked names for products and services and technical terms used in AM
- Understand the fundamental principles that has guided the development of present AM terminology
- Be able to identify the type and category for different AM processes
- Understand the difference between the definition for a term and the specification of the conditions for a concept
- Be able to understand and use the terms and definitions of the international AM terminology standard
Audience
This webinar is designed for technicians, managers, engineers, members of government agencies, regulatory bodies, students, and instructors who want to learn more about Additive Manufacturing.
Access
The fee for this webinar is $49. After registering you will receive an email within two to three business days with information about how to access the webinar. In addition to the webinar, you'll get 7-day access to a recording of the webinar.