MetalWorm and Nurol Makina, both based in Ankara, Turkey, have completed testing of an armored vehicle component manufactured using Directed Energy Deposition (DED) 3D printing technology. The component weighs approximately 8.5 kilograms and was produced using steel filler material before being machined to final specifications.
The part underwent laboratory and field testing over an eight-month period after installation on an armored vehicle. Post-test inspections showed no signs of failure or performance issues. The component passed both destructive and non-destructive testing protocols required for defense applications.
The companies presented their findings at the AMC Turkey 2025 Conference. The study aimed to evaluate whether DED technology could serve as a viable alternative to traditional manufacturing methods in defense industry applications.
According to the companies, the results indicate that DED technology may offer advantages for low-volume manufacturing, custom-designed parts, and applications requiring rapid delivery. MetalWorm continues to work with companies across defense, aerospace, energy, maritime, and machinery manufacturing sectors to expand DED applications.
The collaboration represents part of MetalWorm’s ongoing research and development efforts in additive manufacturing technology. The company focuses on process optimization and developing new material applications for industrial use.
Source: metal-am.com