Using Location-Dependent Green Density: During fabrication of a part using a Binder Jet Additive Manufacturing (BJAM) or Metal Injection Molding (MIM) manufacturing method, the net-shaped powder compact may not always maintain a uniform packing/relative density. It may be beneficial to account for density variation in cases where the binder jet printer has a consistent preference for higher (or lower) compaction at certain regions within the build. Such location-dependent information can be easily implemented when modeling distortion during the sintering process.

Using Setters with Sintering: Setter plates, or setters, may be used during sintering to arrange and secure the sintered part and to prevent unwanted deformation. Learn how to include static and live setters in your sintering simulation.