Velo3D and Aurelia Partner for Next-Gen Gas Turbine 3D Printing

Velo3D, a provider of metal additive manufacturing solutions, and Aurelia, a company focused on next-generation gas turbine technology, have announced a new manufacturing partnership. This collaboration aims to leverage Velo3D's advanced metal 3D printing capabilities to produce components for Aurelia's innovative gas turbine engines.

The partnership will focus on utilizing Velo3D's end-to-end solution, which includes its Sapphire family of printers, Flow print preparation software, and Assure quality assurance software. This integrated approach is designed to enable the efficient and reliable production of complex, high-performance gas turbine parts.

Aurelia's next-generation gas turbines are engineered for enhanced efficiency and reduced emissions. The ability to 3D print critical components using Velo3D's technology is expected to accelerate the development and deployment of these advanced engines. The partnership will likely involve the printing of intricate geometries and specialized alloy components that are challenging to produce with traditional manufacturing methods.

This collaboration underscores the growing trend of additive manufacturing adoption in the aerospace and energy sectors, where precision, performance, and material efficiency are paramount. By combining Velo3D's printing expertise with Aurelia's turbine design and engineering knowledge, the companies anticipate overcoming traditional manufacturing limitations and driving innovation in gas turbine technology.