CERG is actively researching how to leverage the heat transfer advantages of 3D printing (additive manufacturing), particularly its ability to create complex geometries that traditional manufacturing methods cannot achieve.
To this end, the 3D Printing for Heat Transfer Laboratory focuses on developing and printing high–thermal conductivity materials. Although still in the early stages of development, these materials are relatively new to the 3D printing field, and the laboratory’s capabilities position CERG at the forefront of heat transfer research.
Current printing capabilities include Copper and Bronze, as well as traditional 3D printing plastics, such as PLA, ABS and PETG.
Contact person: Dr Bradley Bock [[email protected]]
Some of the advanced geometries possible with metal 3D printing