Feasibility assessment of manufacturer-controlled spare parts manufacturing using AM technology: A case-study in vacuum cleaners

This graduation project delves into the use of Additive Manufacturing (AM) to produce spare parts through a case study of vacuum cleaners. Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), including products like vacuum cleaners, challenges the European Union’s (EU) sustainability goals. In 2020 alone, the EU collected an estimated 12.4...

Gear Repair using Laser Metal Deposition

The urge for more sustainable and cost-efficient repair methods for damaged parts is growing every day. On the other hand, laser metal deposition (LMD) is gaining momentum. This flexible technique, where material is added in a layer-by-layer fashion with a minimal heat input offers solutions for a wide range of production and repair purposes....