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Additive Manufacturing’s Role in Tool & Die with Vilas Ravindra Dulipeta of AarKel

Additive Snack · 29 Oct 2024 · 44m · Episode 3

What this episode covers

Vilas Ravindra Dulipeta, Manager of the Additive Manufacturing Group at AarKel Tool & Die Inc., explains how additive manufacturing (AM) is transforming tool and die operations, specifically in die casting and injection molding. He details AarKel's journey from early 'magnetic mistakes' with hybrid inserts to developing proprietary solutions like conformal cooling channels and engineered porosity for venting. The discussion highlights specific applications in EV programs, such as the Hummer EV shock tower and battery housings, where AM reduces cycle times and doubles insert life compared to traditional CNC methods. Dulipeta also describes a new process achieving SP1 diamond finishes on 3D printed steel, opening AM to high-visibility automotive lighting applications.

Most relevant to

companies scaling up

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
AarKel Tool & Die Inc., EOS
Products
Hummer EV
Tools
M290, M280, Magnusoft
Materials
Mold Max

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