Tomographic volumetric additive manufacturing (VAM)

Tomographic volumetric additive manufacturing (VAM) is an emerging 3D printing platform that generates objects from photoresins by projecting light in parallel. This paradigm shift in 3D printing affords ultra-rapid printing, using no support structures, is free of layer artifacts and enables the integration of disparate materials in ways conventional 3D printing cannot. In this talk, we will outline recent progress made at the National Research Council of Canada to extend the capabilities of VAM and address inherent challenges in VAM. Topics covered will include improving the projection algorithm, real-time imaging, auto-stop features, fabrication of optical lenses, resins for large volume printing and for 3D electronics.