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Exploring Dynamic Optical Beam Shaping with AdditiveLabRESEARCH Simulation Software
Introduction Metal additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized modern manufacturing processes by enabling the creation of complex...
Mariam Mir
Mar 205 min read

Understanding Mechanical Inherent Strain vs. Thermo-Mechanical Build Process Simulation in AdditiveLabRESEARCH: Pros, Cons, and When to Use Each
Additive manufacturing (AM) simulation is a critical tool in understanding the behavior of materials during the printing process,...
Mariam Mir
Sep 19, 20243 min read

CHALLENGE: What is the best configuration for this bracket?
We recently published a linkedin post asking metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) enthusiasts their opinion about three Part-Support...
Mariam Mir
Sep 19, 20242 min read

AM Simulation: Distortion-compensation based on 3D Scans.
Distortion compensation based on 3D scan data is manifesting its crucial role in refining the precision of additively manufactured...
Mariam Mir
Apr 26, 20242 min read

Process Optimization in Metal 3D Printing
Process optimization in metal 3D printing focuses on maximizing the efficiency, speed, and quality of the additive manufacturing process....
Mariam Mir
Apr 26, 20243 min read

Common Mistake in Simulation-based Support Placement and How to Fix It.
Introduction Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized the manufacturing industry by enabling the production of complex...
Mariam Mir
Apr 26, 20242 min read


Additive Manufacturing Simulation - Process Map Generation
In metal Additive Manufacturing, a Process Map is a graphical representation of the relationship between power and speed settings during...
Mariam Mir
Jul 5, 20232 min read

Additive Manufacturing Simulation - Melt-pool Formation Modes Simply Explained.
Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) is an innovative technology that allows for the direct production of intricate metal parts via...
Mariam Mir
May 22, 20233 min read

Laser Beam Wobbling (LBW)
The concept of using LBW in AM is adopted from welding where wobbling has been used for many years. In welding, it is used to generate...
Mariam Mir
Sep 29, 20224 min read

Keyhole-mode or Conductive-mode Melt-pool formation?
Look at the process parameters above. In your opinion, does the proposed parameter-set cause a (A) keyhole-mode or a (B) conductive-mode...
Mariam Mir
Sep 16, 20222 min read


Part-Support Configuration Assessment of a Wheel-Bearing Structure
Look at the image above; in your opinion, which Part-Support configuration will experience the LEAST deformation of the final Part. More...
Mariam Mir
May 30, 20222 min read


AdditiveLab - Cheat Sheet to Integrate Simulation in your AM facility
For teams producing metal additive manufactured parts, process simulation can be a game-changer in increasing production success rates,...
Mariam Mir
Feb 9, 20221 min read


AdditiveLab - Uncaging the Power of Additive Manufacturing Simulation. (Full)
The AdditiveLab team brings you an update on the next stage of the spinal fusion case design. If you have read our first article, you can...
Mariam Mir
Nov 8, 20215 min read


Additive Manufacturing Simulation - Tetrahedral Vs. Hexahedral Mesh.
Simulation via the Finite Element (FE) method requires the utilization of a simulation mesh. Nowadays, simulation meshes are being...
Mariam Mir
Sep 6, 20212 min read


Additive Manufacturing Simulation - Dwell on the Past (Layer)
Additive Manufacturing comes with a broad range of challenges. Some of these challenges are related to the thermal effects during the...
Mariam Mir
Apr 13, 20214 min read

AdditiveLab featured on Austrian AM magazine
The Austrian Additive Fertigung magazine is a renowned online magazine focusing on trends and news in the 3D printing industry focused on...
Mariam Mir
Mar 11, 20211 min read

AdditiveLab featured on 3Dprint.com
3Dprint.com is a leading news organization dedicated to bringing up-to-date information on all the latest news from the 3D printing...
Mariam Mir
Mar 1, 20211 min read


AdditiveLab - Uncaging the Power of Additive Manufacturing Simulation.
We at AdditiveLab develop software for Additive Manufacturing (AM) process simulation and get to talk to users of our software on a...
Mariam Mir
Nov 20, 20204 min read


Mariam Mir
Oct 13, 20200 min read


Additive Manufacturing Simulation - “Dangling Node” Hex-Meshes.
In many AM simulation applications, the problem of obtaining an accurate solution in a timely manner is essential. When using FE...
Mariam Mir
Sep 7, 20201 min read
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