DEDsmart

Intelligent Monitoring and Control for Directed Energy Deposition.

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Overview

DEDsmart is a proprietary software suite from FormAlloy for their Directed Energy Deposition (DED) systems. It provides real-time monitoring, data logging, and closed-loop control of the DED process, enabling users to ensure quality, repeatability, and traceability of their metal additive manufacturing builds.

✨ Key Features

  • Real-time process monitoring (e.g., melt pool imaging)
  • Closed-loop control of process parameters
  • Comprehensive data logging and analysis
  • Playback of successful builds
  • In-process quality assurance

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Real-time, closed-loop process control
  • Comprehensive data logging and playback capabilities
  • Tight integration with FormAlloy's DED hardware

Unique Value: Provides unprecedented insight into and control over the DED process, leading to higher quality, more consistent parts, and faster process development.

🎯 Use Cases (3)

Ensuring consistent quality in serial production of DED parts Developing and qualifying new materials and process parameters Repairing and cladding of high-value components

✅ Best For

  • Aerospace component repair and manufacturing
  • Tooling and die repair

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Non-DED additive manufacturing processes

🏆 Alternatives

Optomec BeAM Machines Trumpf

Offers a more integrated and advanced process control solution compared to the standard software provided with many DED systems.

💻 Platforms

Desktop

✅ Offline Mode Available

🔌 Integrations

FormAlloy DED systems

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Phone Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (Standard Support tier)

💰 Pricing

Contact for pricing

Free tier: NA

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