Oil & Gas

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,…

GH Induction has announced the creation of the largest 3D printed coil made of pure copper, made using electron beam melting (EBM). This is a key component used in electromagnetic induction technology to heat metal parts as efficiently as possible.…

The oil & gas sector is one of the largest industries in the world as it is a critical part of the energy sector with about 4.2 billion metric tons of oil produced globally in 2021. Though due to climate…

In additive manufacturing processes, many different systems coexist to ensure that the machines run smoothly to produce quality parts. One of them is the supply of gases for processes where stable temperatures are required – this is the case with…

Metal machine manufacturer AML3D is beginning production of a pressure vessel for U.S. oil company ExxonMobil. It is a $190,000 contract to design an 8-meter by 1.5-meter diameter part, making it the largest commercial 3D printed commercial pressure vessel on…

Chevron, the second largest oil company in the United States and the sixth largest in the world, has turned to 3D printing to solve its supply chain problems. To do so, the U.S. company enlisted the services of Lincoln Electric,…

Today’s cargo ships are powered by large, complex engines that represent a strategic challenge for the maritime industry, which has been seeking to become more sustainable for several years. The industry is looking to optimize the parts of these engines,…