Surface engineering plays a critical role in high-value manufacturing by improving product quality, performance, and life-cycle costs. Shot peening is an established surface engineering method used to impart compressive stresses into the surface layer of a part, thereby improving the durability and extending the service life. Unfortunately, shot peening is a line-of-slight process limiting its effectiveness for increasing complex engineering components, particularly those produced by additive manufacturing.
The VibroPeen project a new process will be developed which is cost-effective, flexible, and readily automated, enabling high throughput of parts, including those produced by additive manufacturing, leading to rapid, widespread commercialization within key high-performance engineering sectors (including motorsport, aerospace, space sectors) as well the wider additive manufacturing user community within the next 5 years. This important development will provide a reliable, cost-effective, automated finishing process, which can be applied to a wide range of components, many of which are currently untreated. Extending their service life will yield significant economic benefits to end-users as well as increasing safety and sustainability.
The project addresses the urgent requirement for UK companies to adopt higher productivity, sustainable, knowledge-intensive processes and, moreover, show global technical leadership in a post-Brexit world.
Shot peening is an established method of improving fatigue life by imparting compressive stress in the surface of parts. However, it has been known for many years that shot peening can also generate a surface nanocrystalline (SNC) layer which can give a step change in part performance, including increased wear and corrosion resistance, as well as antibacterial properties. Unfortunately, it has not been possible to commercially exploit this beneficial “by product” due to the difficulty in controlling the shot peening process to give an even SNC layer. In addition, localised heat build-up during the shot peening process reduces the speed with which the SNC layer is formed which means that processing time can be an order of magnitude longer than for conventional shot peening thus making the process commercially unattractive. The NanoPeen project seeks to overcome this barrier to adoption. Proof-of-concept will be demonstrated by testing the improved performance of an industrial demonstration part treated using the process.
The FlexiFinish project addresses the significant challenges faced by industry surrounding the ability to finish
surfaces on complex parts, in a controlled and cost effective manner. This is also becoming a significant barrier
to the wider uptake of additive parts within the Aerospace industry and beyond. In order to address this, the
FlexiFinish project will create a fully automated cell which includes a number of finishing (laser polishing and
adaptive linishing) and post processing technologies (shot peening). The cell will be enclosed, and will use
adaptive toolpath software alongside inspection technologies (roughness and dimensional) to allow automated
finishing of multiple parts' geometris. A database of finishing strategies and approaches will also be created,
and constantly updated to improve quality. This will not only improve current capability, but will reduce costs
and timescales from existing approaches
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology
The 2G-HMS project builds on the success of the Innovate UK supported RECLAIM project which developed the World’s first Hybrid Manufacturing System (HMS) capable of seamless switching between additive manufacturing (laser cladding) and subtractive manufacturing (high speed milling) in a single machine using a novel docking system. Although the HMS approach is now being commercialised by HMT, a spin out from the RECLAIM project, with the support of other partners including the MTC further developments are urgently required. The partners in the project will increase the productivity and flexibility of the HMS approach, ensure improved part quality through process monitoring and control, extend the range of proven materials and demonstrate the efficacy of the system in applications from key end-use sectors. The developments in the 2G-HMS project will provide a step changes in process capability which will enable new markets to be explored which is essential for HMS to gain widespread acceptance and to ensure that the UK maintains a lead in this important technology