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3D Composites Can Make Parts Cheaper

Posted July 31, 2012 9:41 AM

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A less expensive method for making aircraft and automotive components uses additive manufacturing techniques and aluminum powders to form metal matrix composites.

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08/01/2012 6:06 AM

"... aluminum metal ..... A reactive ... material, such as iron oxide, also contributes ...".

Now why does that mixture sound familiar?

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