Technology

3-D printing gets real

Delphi's Jerry Rhinehart shows off one of the supplier's 3D-printed electrical components, which it will test in vehicles this summer.
May 09, 2016 05:00 AM
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3-D printing got better
Why suppliers are taking 3-D printing more seriously
  • New printers are up to 100 times faster.
  • The process can accomodate a variety of materials.
  • Printed components are more durable.

Editor's note: Thomas Kurfess is a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. His affiliation was incorrect in earlier versions of this story.

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