LAMAR and Penn State Develop Large-format DED System with 6-axis Robot and 12 kW Laser
LAMAR and Penn State University are collaborating on a large-format Directed Energy Deposition (DED) platform aimed at enhancing materials research. This system features a 6-axis robot, a 12 kW laser, and in-situ monitoring technologies. It supports high application rates and low-oxygen processing for sensitive alloys. The platform achieves deposition rates over 10 kg per hour and is designed for complex geometries and large structures.

LAMAR and Penn State University are developing a large-format Directed Energy Deposition (DED) platform to advance material research. The system incorporates a six-axis industrial robot and a two-axis rotary positioner, allowing synchronous movement of the processing head and workpiece.
The installation space measures 2 m × 3 m × 3.5 m. The platform utilizes a 12 kW laser coupled with a water-cooled scanning head, supporting both wire and powder feedstock with deposition rates exceeding 10 kg per hour.
In-situ monitoring with multimodal sensors aims to provide real-time insights for defect detection and process control. CIMP-3D is open to joint project inquiries.




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