The US Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) will use Concept Lasers 3D metal printing technology for rapid prototyping and materials research. According to a release from Concept Laser, this will be the first laser powder-bed metals machine used at the lab.
The NRL conducts research related to oceanic, atmospheric and space sciences, and the lab will use the new M2 cusing machine to print stainless steel items. The M2 is available with 200W or 400W, single or dual laser options.
The NRL will also use the QM Meltpool 3D inspection solution to monitor the quality of their metal applications, and the CL WRX Parameter 2.0 system to design and develop custom parameters.