Large-scale prototyping and transfer to industry
The Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) facility is dedicated to wire arc additive manufacturing, a technology particularly suited for producing large-scale metal parts. It enables the production of full-scale industrial functional prototypes, the conduct of R&D work, and support for technology transfer to companies.
What WAAM Offers
Large-scale industrial prototyping
The facility is designed for producing full-scale parts and prototypes, up to 650 × 500 × 1,000 mm.
Technology transfer and support
WAAM is leveraged for:
- case studies and feasibility validations;
- R&D work (processes, materials, trajectories, parameters);
- transfer support and industrial maturity development.
Academics from TRL 3 to TRL 9
The facility offers Academics dedicated to the WAAM process, covering stages from proof of concept (TRL 3) to near-industrialization conditions (TRL 9), according to project needs.
Who is it for?
The WAAM facility is for:
- industrial partners (prototyping, R&D, transfer);
- research teams (projects, theses, demonstrators);
- stakeholders wishing to receive training in the process.
Contacts
For an initial discussion (needs, feasibility, timeline):
Responsable du plateau
Référent scientifique