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Zach Murphree

Zach Murphree is vice president of Technical Partnerships for VELO3D. Email press@velo3d.com.

Articles by Zach Murphree

Copper Alloys Find an Ideal Niche in Metal AM

Zach Murphree, Velo3D, Paul Gradl’s, additive manufacturing, copper, rocketry, 3D-printing, David Ellis, GRCop-42, Jamie Cleland, NASA

Its thermal conductivity is desirable in rocketry and industrial applications such as electronics, where heat exchange is critical. But 3D printing these advanced materials poses distinct challenges.

What to Watch Out for When 3D Printing a Superalloy 

Zach Murphree, 3D printing, additive manufacturing, superalloy, Velo3D

Avoid potential issues in additive manufacturing with high-performance materials such as Hastelloy X, which has become a material of choice due to its long-wear characteristics. Super alloys offer potential game-changing technology.

Measure Twice, Weld Once

Velo3D, metal additive manufacturing, metal 3D printing, calibration

Pre-build calibration is critical to part quality for metal additive manufacturing, and the process is easier than ever.

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