Oil & Gas

In an oil or gas refinery, a leak, damaged pipe, or faulty valve can lead to colossal losses. The rule is simple: respond quickly, repair correctly, and avoid shutdown. But in an environment where corrosion, pressure, and hazardous substances are…

The oil & gas industry faces many challenges, notably a growing need to reduce emissions. Companies in the sector have set themselves ambitious targets for 2025, at a time when environmental concerns are becoming increasingly evident. To contribute to this…

This year, we have seen a surge in popularity in large-format additive manufacturing solutions. Directed energy deposition especially has seen quite a lot of buzz, with applications in aerospace and defense taking center stage. Now there is yet another. AML3D…

According to the Department of Energy (DOE), hydropower accounts for nearly 27% of utility-scale renewable electricity generation in the United States. A runner, the rotating part of a turbine that turns the energy of falling water into electricity, is key…

As the global demand for a reduced reliance on fossil fuels intensifies, harnessing clean and renewable energy sources has become an increasingly crucial subject. Among these emerging solutions, marine energy, which focuses on capturing power from waves, tides, and currents,…

Once again, we are back with #3DEXPRESS to show you all the highlights of the news from the additive manufacturing sector this week! First, a new oil & gas additive manufacturing center has been developed in Nigeria as a way…

In a significant development for additive manufacturing, Westinghouse Electric Company, a global leader in nuclear energy technology, has produced its 1,000th 3D printed fuel flow plate for VVER-440 fuel assemblies. This achievement marks the first-ever safety-related 3D printed part to…

Are you interested in learning about the certification process for additive-manufactured metallic parts used in energy, oil & gas, and maritime applications? In 3Dnatives’ latest webinar we explored the DNV-ST-B203 standard and the prestigious AM manufacturer certificate received by Aidro…

Researchers at Clemson University have achieved a groundbreaking feat by harnessing the power of 3D printing to create protonic ceramic fuel cells (PCFCs), a technology poised to reshape the landscape of renewable energy. Unlike conventional energy sources that heavily rely…

One of the greatest challenges facing humanity in our times is no doubt climate change. Driven by excessive carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere which is causing a greenhouse effect and heating the planet, the solution to this global warming…

In honor of International Women’s Day, once again we wanted to put women in the spotlight! Today, more and more women are mastering 3D technologies, but above all they are using them in their daily activities, in all sectors. This…

Additive manufacturing is known for producing complex parts that are subject to many safety and efficiency requirements. In the case of nuclear reactors, the importance of detail is paramount, and 3D printing has proven itself in the past. For example,…