{"id":58824,"date":"2025-01-20T12:56:07","date_gmt":"2025-01-20T11:56:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/a-additive.com\/?p=58824"},"modified":"2025-07-09T12:11:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T10:11:32","slug":"we-elevate-3d-printing-to-injection-molding-standards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/a-additive.com\/de\/we-elevate-3d-printing-to-injection-molding-standards\/","title":{"rendered":"We elevate 3D Printing to Injection-Molding standards?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Unlock the true potential of 3D printing with Project Path! At Advanced Additive, we\u2019re committed to redefining the limits of additive manufacturing through cutting-edge optimization software.<strong> In our latest tests, conducted at the Material Research Laboratory of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.th-rosenheim.de\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"TH Rosenheim\">TH Rosenheim<\/a>, we investigated how Advanced Additive\u2019s algorithms can improve the mechanical properties of 3D-printed parts &#8211; apparently taking them closer than ever to injection-molding standards and outperforming manufacturer\u2019s material specifications.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/P_20240111_153055-2-3.jpg?resize=1024%2C561&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"3d printing tensile tests at Advanced Additive.\" class=\"wp-image-58831\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/P_20240111_153055-2-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C561&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/P_20240111_153055-2-3-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C164&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/P_20240111_153055-2-3-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C421&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/P_20240111_153055-2-3-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C842&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/P_20240111_153055-2-3-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1122&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">#image_title<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Methodology and Test Setup<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Our study was conducted in collaboration with the Material Research Laboratory at TH Rosenheim, using a carefully controlled testing setup to minimize external variables. A Voron Trident 250 3D printer with an E3D Revo 1.4mm nozzle was used alongside a glass print bed. For consistency, calibration was performed once, ensuring minimal geometric deviations during production. We compared the performance of parts sliced using Advanced Additive\u2019s optimization algorithms to those sliced with a traditional slicer (Cura in this case).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong> Four distinct production setups were analyzed to evaluate the impact of different infill patterns on solid parts:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Isolated lengthwise infill (I, 90\u00b0)<\/strong>: Infill lines oriented along the length of the part.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Isolated shortwise infill (-, 0\u00b0)<\/strong>: Infill lines oriented across the width of the part.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alternating infill (+, 0\u00b0,90\u00b0)<\/strong>: Alternating layers with infill lines at 90\u00b0 angles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alternating diagonal infill (X, 45\u00b0,135\u00b0)<\/strong>: Alternating layers with diagonal infill patterns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>All tensile test specimens were manufactured individually in a fixed position to eliminate positional fluctuations. Testing was performed according to DIN EN ISO 3167 standards on a 10kN tensile testing machine with a Multi-X-tens extensometer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Impressive results<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The results speak for themselves! Our software demonstrated:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Increases in maximum force by 5-15%<\/strong> compared to conventional slicing methods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increases in maximum breaking force by 3-11%<\/strong> for samples subjected to fracture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Achieved a maximum tensile stress of 56.6 MPa<\/strong>, surpassing the manufacturer\u2019s specification and reaching within 4% of the literature values for injection-molded PLA.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The diagrams below show the standard force versus elongation:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Zugversuche-Grafik_Isolated-shortwise-infill-1-31-3.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58878\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Zugversuche-Grafik_Isolated-lengthwise-infill-I-3-3.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58877\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Zugversuche-Grafik_Alternating-infill-1-31-3.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58876\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">#image_title<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/a-additive.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Zugversuche-Grafik_Alternating-diagonal-infill-x-3-3.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58875\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">#image_title<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Achieving tensile stress results close to injection-molding standards is a game-changer for additive manufacturing.<\/strong> The ability to produce parts with comparable mechanical properties opens new possibilities for industries relying on robust, high-quality components. From prototyping to end-use applications, Advanced Additive\u2019s software could bridge the gap between 3D printing and injection molding, making 3D printing a viable alternative for more demanding use cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While the Advanced Additive setup occasionally introduced greater variability in forces compared to traditional methods, the overall consistency and performance improvements offset this challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:47px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Weitere Projekte<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This is just the beginning! The success of this study motivates us to take our research further.<\/strong> In our next trials, we\u2019ll conduct direct comparisons between 3D-printed parts optimized with Advanced Additive and components manufactured through injection molding. These experiments will validate the capability of our solution to compete with traditional production methods in strength, performance, and consistency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>With Project Path, we\u2019re not just improving 3D printing &#8211; we\u2019re revolutionizing it<\/strong>! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to bridge the gap between additive manufacturing and injection molding, demonstrating the unmatched potential of Advanced Additive\u2019s technology. <strong>Together, let\u2019s unlock the next generation of 3D printing!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button hvr-grow\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/a-additive.com\/de\/project-path-showcase\/\"><strong>Check out Project Path!<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unlock the true potential of 3D printing with Project Path! At Advanced Additive, we\u2019re committed to redefining the limits of additive manufacturing through cutting-edge optimization software. 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