SPEE3D supplies 3D printer to Northeastern University

Australian company SPEE3D has provided a WarpSPEE3D printer to Northeastern University and its Kostas Research Institute (KRI). This investment will be used to introduce students to Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing (CSAM) technology and advance research projects in collaboration with the US Army Research Laboratory (ARL). The collaboration aims to develop new materials, optimize quality controls and improve process controls for large-scale 3D printing applications.

The WarpSPEE3D printer was installed at Northeastern University’s Innovation Campus, a 70,000 square foot research and development center. The Department of Mechanical Engineering, in particular, is increasingly focusing on additive manufacturing in its master’s and doctoral programs. The partnership with SPEE3D gives students the opportunity to work hands-on with CSAM technologies and explore innovative applications.

“SPEE3D is excited to partner with Northeastern University’s College of Engineering and the Kostas Research Institute, where faculty can work with students on our WarpSPEE3D printer and learn about Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing technology,” said Byron Kennedy, CEO at SPEE3D. “Additionally, the Institute’s close ties with the military align well with our customer base. We look forward to a successful collaboration with the US Army Research Laboratory.”

The Kostas Research Institute’s close ties with the US Department of Defense and other research organizations provide ideal conditions for long-term collaboration.

“Northeastern University’s Cold Spray Research Group is excited to have added SPEE3D’s Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing technology with support from the US Army Research Laboratory,” said Dr. Ozan Cagatay, Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Northeastern University “We will be leveraging their WarpSPEE3D printer for materials research and development, development of novel applications, and training future engineers, scientists, and skilled personnel. Our focus will be publishing high-quality research, addressing the needs of our stakeholders, and helping close the growing gap in the US advanced manufacturing workforce.”

SPEE3D’s CSAM technology enables fast and cost-effective printing of high-density metal parts. With a build speed of up to 100 grams per minute and a maximum part size of 40 x 30 inches, the WarpSPEE3D is particularly suited for industrial and scientific applications. The collaboration with Northeastern University will help drive new material and process developments for additive manufacturing processes.