Archive
Every AppliedAM article, across research, industry, case studies, and insights, in one chronological list.
Metal FFF and Catalytic Debinding: What Every Practitioner Should Know
Metal Fused Filament Fabrication is a three-stage process of printing, debinding, and sintering. This article breaks down catalytic debinding, the fastest and most widely adopted method, and explains why filament composition is critical to getting it right.
Lightweight Drone Frame Using Topology-Optimized FDM Parts
A student project using topology optimization and FDM to build a drone frame 40% lighter than a standard design.
FDM 3D Printing: A Complete Guide for Engineers
A comprehensive guide to Fused Deposition Modeling, how it works, material choices, print settings, and real-world applications.