Robot based hybrid additive manufacturing is based on the use of 6-axis industrial robots and tool changers to print thermoplastic, metal, concrete, composite and even multi-material parts.
SoftDREAM, short for Software tools for hybrid robot based additive manufacturing for industrial applications, will develop software tools unlocking the full potential of hybrid AM based on industrial robotics. The project brings together Research Institutes of Sweden, ESTIA Institute of Technology, TU Braunschweig, Volkswagen Group, Aerospace Valley and Spectrum Technology.