Additive Manufacturing (hereinafter referred to as AM) has undergone a rapid evolution as a new manufacturing technology and its application to products is expected to result in various advantages, such as weight reduction, higher functionality and supply chain innovation. On the other hand, aerospace products require strict quality control and also need to obtain certification of conformity with laws and regulations. Therefore, it is important to establish a process control method that ensures stable quality. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) has been making efforts to expand the application of AM technologies to aerospace products by identifying physical phenomena that affect quality and then developing metal and plastic AM fundamental technologies in accordance with applicable products and quality requirements.
