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Book chapter on barriers and keys to success for lightweighting implementation including examples of maritime vehicles
Format- Book
- Book
- Metal
- Metal
Review paper on metal additive manufacturing assessing available technologies for direct metal fabrication
Format- Article/Pamphliet
- Article/Pamphliet
- Metal
- Metal
Article reviewing suitability of aluminum and aluminum alloys in marine climate including discussion of corrosion resistance properties and economical benefits
Format- Article/Pamphliet
- Article/Pamphliet
- Metal
- Metal
Most Popular Assets
University report identifying opportunities for lightweighting design barrier reduction and yield improvement.
Format- Video
- Lecture/Presentation
Industry publication on advanced materials and processes, focusing on designing third generation advanced materials for lightweighting automotive applications.
Format- Lab Guide
- Student Directed Project
Academic paper on additive manufacturing design methods related to performance and part cost; includes discussion of process-driven and designer-driven shaping of parts.
Principal Material- Metal