Using 3D Printing to Optimise Product Development


This guide provides an overview of Plextek’s use of 3D printing technology.
Focusing on its integration into product development to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
It explains the principles of 3D printing, with an emphasis on Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), and details how we employ these methods to accelerate prototyping and small-scale production.
Highlighting the advantages of SLS, including the production of strong, high-resolution parts using nylon powders, and the recycling of materials to minimise waste.
This guide will detail how the ability to produce high-quality, functional prototypes is a critical aspect of our broad design and manufacturing expertise.
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Harsh Environment Inductive Coupling Solutions for Emerson
Discover how our technical expertise in inductive coupling facilitated Emerson in setting industry benchmarks for efficiency and reliability in harsh environments.
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Cost-Effective Improvement in mmWave Intensity
Enhancing the mmWave antenna design for Remedee Labs, significantly boosting RF radiation efficiency and cost-effectiveness in non-pharmaceutical chronic pain treatment.
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Future Sensing: Improving Mobile Ad-hoc Networks
Leading a transformative four-year research initiative to improve mobile ad-hoc networks through advanced directional antenna systems and cross-layer processing, significantly enhancing military communication capabilities.
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Millimetre-Wave Radar System
Expertly engineering a compact, high-performance 60 GHz millimetre-wave radar system using innovative Substrate Integrated Waveguide technology, achieving significant advancements in target detection up to 100 metres.
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Armour Integrity Monitoring System (AIMS)
Innovating a new Armour Integrity Monitoring System (AIMS) for the UK MoD, delivering a low SWaP-C solution that dramatically streamlines logistics and enhances protection through in-field armour integrity checks.
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mmWave Radar for Foreign Object Debris Detection
Collaborating with WaveTech to develop an advanced mmWave radar system, enabling the rapid and automated detection of foreign object debris on runways, enhancing safety and operational efficiency at a South Korean airport.
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Developing Automated Manufacturing Systems
Delivering a pioneering predictive maintenance solution for a global healthcare product company, utilising miniature battery-powered sensor systems to optimise automated production lines and significantly reduce costly downtimes.
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Surveillance Radar for Comprehensive Threat Detection
Advancing a perimeter surveillance solution with long-range detection and low false-alarm rates, using state-of-the-art Passive Electronically Scanned Array technology for robust and maintenance-free operation in a range of demanding environments.
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Ax1 – Revolutionising Car Infotainment
Developing the Clarion AX1, a revolutionary car infotainment system that uses Android OS to offer enhanced connectivity, streaming, and a touchscreen interface, redefining the in-car experience.
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Intelligent Mobility
Advancing intelligent mobility by integrating cutting-edge electronic-scanning radar technology to ensure the safe and efficient operation of autonomous vehicles in complex real-world environments.
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Vehicle Asset Management System
Designing a vehicle asset management system with custom-designed, multi-band cell and GPS antenna architecture, tightly integrated onto a PCB to meet stringent performance standards for the automotive insurance market.
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Ensuring the Future Safety of Windfarms
Developing a cutting-edge solution using deep learning to effectively differentiate between radar tracks from aircraft and wind turbines, enhancing the safety and efficiency of air traffic control.
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