Meltio and Ansys collaborated to evaluate the accuracy of Ansys additive manufacturing simulation using the Additive Manufacturing Directed Energy Deposition (AM-DED) module in the Ansys Additive Suite. They investigated the printability of a nickel-based turbine blade component, comparing simulation results with a physical part. Directed Energy Deposition (DED) offers large build envelopes, high deposition rates, and manufacturing freedom but faces challenges like distortions and residual stresses. Simulation helps predict thermo-mechanical behavior, enabling control of manufacturing defects and improving print quality for large metal components. This marks a significant advancement in additive manufacturing process understanding and optimization.

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