A Review of Post-Processing Technologies in Additive Manufacturing

• Published in: Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing Vol. 5; no. 2; p. 38
• Main Authors: Peng, Xing, Kong, Lingbao, Fuh, Jerry Ying Hsi, Wang, Hao
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Basel MDPI AG 01.06.2021
• Subjects: Additive manufacturing; Crack initiation; Energy consumption; Grain growth; High temperature; Lasers; Mechanical properties; post-processing; Post-production processing; Scanning electron microscopy; Solidification; Stress concentration; Surface properties; surface quality; Technology

Additive manufacturing (AM) technology has rapidly evolved with research advances related to AM processes, materials, and designs. The advantages of AM over conventional techniques include an augmented capability to produce parts with complex geometries, operational flexibility, and reduced producti...