In the framework of the 3D@UniPV Strategic Research Plan, the University of Pavia was pleased to host the Lombardia Aerospace Cluster event entitled “Focus on: Additive Manufacturing” on June 26.

This is the first meeting, dedicated to Additive Manufacturing, within the Aerospace@Industry4.0 program organized by the Lombardia Aerospace Cluster with the support of partner members (universities and companies).

The introductory speeches were given by Prof. Francesco Svelto, Pro-Rector for Third Mission and Rector in pectore of the University of Pavia, and Ing. Angelo Vallerani, President of Lombardia Aerospace Cluster.

Prof. Ferdinando Auricchio, coordinator of the 3D@UniPV project, and Prof. Bianca Maria Colosimo (PoliMI) have presented their research experience, respectively on simulation and optimization of AM components and on process control issues in additive manufacturing; while Ing. Giuseppe Pagnano, Technological Advisor Lombardia Aerospace Cluster, gave an overview on product and application certification.

After the coffee break, the companies members of the Cluster illustrated their experiences on AM state-of-the-art and future developments.

The workshop was closed with a session with Ing. Paolo Cerabolini, Vice Coordinator of the Lombardia Aerospace Cluster Technical Scientific Center.

All participants were invited to visit our AM laboratories and enjoyed a final networking cocktail.

June 27, 2019