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Why do we need to heat treat metal parts after additive manufacturing?
During the AM printing phase, the heating and cooling of the metal as the part is built layer-by-layer can accumulate internal stresses and tensions, which compromise the part’s mechanical properties. Heat treatment improves the microstructure and mechanical properties of the ...