1、How Continuous Fiber Reinforcement Opens Up Industrial Use CasesCarbon Fiber 3D Printing ApplicationsContinuous Fiber Reinforcement(CFR),an innovative technology and unique process from Markforged,is quickly driving the adoption of carbon fiber 3D printing among modern manufacturers.This white paper

2、 takes a deep dive into how you can transform your business with functional 3D printed parts.Well examine the process advantages of CFR over conventional manufacturing processes,tie those advantages to manufacturing applications,and look at how modern manufacturers are tapping into the benefits of C

3、FR.Manufacturing Ready1How CFR differentiates itself from conventional manufacturing Before we dive into applications,lets briefly define CFR.CFR is a process that enables 3D printers to reinforce Fused Filament Fabrication(FFF)parts with continuous fibers.A CFR capable machine uses two extrusion sy

4、stems:one for conventional FFF filament,and a second for long strand continuous fibers.Continuous fibers are laid down in-layer,replacing FFF infill.Resulting parts are significantly stronger(up to 10 times stronger than any FFF material),and can replace aluminum parts in-application.Process Advanta

5、ges of CFR 3D PrintingComplex 3D geometries at less cost3D printers excel at fabricating complex geometries,thanks to a slicing and printing process that automatically generates machine instructions.In subtractive machines,complexity and cost have an exponential relationship complex 2D geometries re

6、quire a 2 or 3 axis CNC mill and 3D geometries require a 3 to 5 axis CNC mill.These machines are expensive to program and operate,leading traditional Design For Manufacturing(DFM)guidance to push for less complex parts.For parts of complex 3D geometries that require strength,only CFR is capable of m