European developer and manufacturer of missiles MBDA has chosen Prodways Rapid Additive Forging (RAF) system to 3D print large titanium aeronautic parts. With the RAF system, which operates using a robotic head depositing molten metal in an atmosphere of inert gas, MBDA intends to reduce costs and lead-times of such components by 25%. The Rapid Additive […]
CFM International closes largest ever order for 3D printing enabled LEAP engine
CFM International, a joint venture of GE Aviation and Safran Aircraft Engines, has signed a LEAP-1A engine supply and maintenance agreement with India’s largest passenger airline IndiGo. Valued at more than $20 billion at list price, the deal is reportedly the largest ever single order for engine supply in history. In service since 2016, the […]