Anisotropic Additive Manufacturing Optimization Technology for Greater 3D Printing Efficiency
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Quick Summary
The Department of Energy's Idaho National Laboratory (INL) has issued a Special Notice regarding a licensable technology focused on Anisotropic Additive Manufacturing Optimization. This innovation aims to enhance 3D printing efficiency by optimizing parameters like infill density, geometry, and material distribution to improve anisotropic material properties of printed parts. INL is seeking industry partners interested in licensing and commercializing this technology. Responses are due by September 18, 2026.
Technology Overview
This technology creates a comprehensive database of material properties for single and dual material 3D printed parts, enabling accurate prediction of part behavior without extensive experimental testing. Key advantages include significant reductions in material and printing costs, elimination of post-design experimental testing, and reliable design/numerical modeling. It addresses current limitations in assuming isotropic material properties, lack of reliable data, and high costs associated with experimental validation.
Market Applications
The technology has broad applications across various industries, including industrial design and manufacturing for aerospace, military, engineering, architecture, construction, and medical sectors. It supports the development of high-performance, cost-effective 3D printed parts for critical applications, and can be integrated into software, simulation tools, and consultancy services for optimizing 3D printing processes.
Opportunity Details
- Type: Special Notice (Technology Licensing Opportunity)
- Agency: Department of Energy / Idaho National Laboratory (INL)
- Product/Service Code: AJ11 - General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Basic Research
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: September 18, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: April 20, 2026
Contact Information
For inquiries regarding this licensing opportunity, please contact Javier Martinez at javier.martinez@inl.gov.