Powder metallurgy is a metalworking technology used for producing parts from metal powder. Advantages include part design flexibility and the ability to produce net or near-net shaped parts.
Part of the Fundamental Manufacturing Processes Video Series, this program illustrates the physical and mechanical methods used to produce metal powders, as well as an in-depth discussion of the common part production processes--mechanical pressing and sintering, metal injection molding, and hot and cold isostatic pressing.
Through the use of shop floor footage and animations, each of these processes is explained in detail, providing a clear understanding of the similarities and differences between each of them. Secondary operations are also featured.
