ArianeGroup relies on metal 3D printing from Nikon SLM Solutions for large space components

As part of a new partnership, Nikon SLM Solutions and ArianeGroup will be working closely together in the field of metallic 3D printing for large-format space components. The aim is to manufacture components with a volume of over one cubic meter using powder bed fusion technology. The agreement initially includes the exclusive supply of suitable machine platforms to ArianeGroup and focuses on the production of functionally highly integrated structures for the propulsion of complex space systems.

Nikon SLM Solutions’ Powder Bed Fusion technology enables the layer-by-layer build-up of geometrically sophisticated metal components by selectively melting metal powder using a laser. For applications in the space sector, especially for liquid propellant systems, high requirements must be met in terms of mechanical strength, impermeability and thermal stability. 3D printing allows such components to be manufactured with significantly reduced assembly effort, as assemblies can be designed integratively and realized in a single printing process.

“Ariane Group is a key global player in the space industry. Our collaboration with ArianeGroup demonstrates the effectiveness of our technology and shows how Nikon SLM’s innovations can meet the demanding needs of strategic, high-tech customer.” — Julien Frugier, Sales Manager, Nikon SLM Solutions

The partnership underlines the trend to use additive manufacturing not only for prototypes or small series, but also to establish it in the series production of key functional components. For ArianeGroup, this means a technological expansion in the development of future launch vehicle components that are optimized for weight, integration density and thermomechanical resilience.

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