the metalprintingprocess™ (MPP) is aimed at developing the equivalent of a high-speed photocopier that produces three-dimensional objects from powder material. This technique is based on the commercially proven technology and patents of high-speed photocopiers that use photo-masking and electrostatic attraction. The MPP technique uses the same fundamental functions to build solid objects on a layer-by-layer basis.

A prototype of the machine is being built at SINTEF and will be ready in 2005. More information is available at www.mpp.no.

Photoreceptor with iron and cupper powder deposited on it.	Sintered disc of iron and cupper powder.

Recent publications:
Norwegian: Skriver ut hoftebein (external link)
Norwegian: Snart kan vi trykke reservedelene
English: Metal Printing Process, Development of a New Rapid Manufacturing Process for Metal Parts

Contact:

Casper Van der Eijk