New ISO/ASTM standard for PBF-LB in aerospace

January 7, 2021

A new standard has been published by ASTM International committee F42 and ISO TC261 which provides the AM industry with qualification requirements for Laser Beam Powder Bed Fusion (PBF-LB) in aerospace applications:

  • ISO/ASTM 52941 – Additive Manufacturing – System performance and reliability – Acceptance tests for laser metal powder-bed fusion machines for metallic materials for aerospace application

Developed under ASTM Subcommittee F42.07, Additive Manufacturing Technologies Applications, this standard improves the ability for AM components to be qualified for civil, commercial, and military aircraft, as well as space propulsion, payload, and manned space flight.

www.astm.org/

www.iso.org/home.html

Spring 2023 issue of Metal AM magazine

In the latest issue of Metal AM magazine

Download PDF
 

Extensive AM industry news coverage, as well as the following exclusive deep-dive articles:

  • Separation anxiety: Lessons learned at NASA from a developmental rocket engine failure
  • What is 'good' metal AM? Exploring the industry's value metrics for production
  • An inside perspective on China’s thriving metal Additive Manufacturing industry
  • Additive Manufacturing for jewellery and watchmaking: Exploring the potential of sinter-based technologies
  • Metal Additive Manufacturing for digital dentistry: An introduction for dental professionals
  • Case study: The development of a multi-material heat sink by Additive Manufacturing using Aerosint technology

The world of metal AM to your inbox

Don't miss any new issue of Metal AM magazine, and get the latest industry news. Sign up to our twice weekly newsletter.

Sign up

Discover our magazine archive…

The free to access Metal Additive Manufacturing magazine archive offers unparalleled insight into the world of metal Additive Manufacturing from a commercial and technological perspective through:

  • Reports on visits to leading metal AM part manufacturers and industry suppliers
  • Articles on technology and application trends
  • Information on materials developments
  • Reviews of key technical presentations from the international conference circuit
  • International industry news

All past issues are available to download as free PDFs or view in your browser.

Browse the archive

Looking for AM machines, metal powders or part manufacturing services?

Discover suppliers of these and more in our comprehensive advertisers’ index and buyer’s guide, available in the back of Metal AM magazine.

  • AM machines
  • Process monitoring & calibration
  • Heat treatment & sintering
  • HIP systems & services
  • Pre- & post-processing technology
  • Powders, powder production and analysis
  • Part manufacturers
  • Consulting, training & market data
Download PDF
Share via
Copy link
Powered by Social Snap