AM Academy

Powder DED
Deep-Dive

Learn how to work with powder-based Directed Energy Deposition (DED) technologies. A course specifically targeted towards Designers and other professionals working with technologies such as Laser Powder Energy Deposition and Cold Spray.

Powder DED Deep-Dive

About the Powder DED course

Powder-based Directed Energy Deposition (DED) technologies, including Laser Powder Energy Deposition and Cold Spray, are rapidly gaining maturity and adoption across industries such as aerospace, space, and oil & gas. These technologies hold significant potential for applications in repair, coating, and the building of blanks, offering innovative solutions for high-performance components.

This course provides an in-depth exploration of these technologies, tailored for engineers, designers, and other professionals eager to assess their applications’ compatibility with powder-based DED.

What will be included in the Powder DED course?

Videos summarizing the most important aspects of each chapter
Interactive content for you to read up on the different topics
Assessments to test your knowledge and collect feedback
A pdf summarizing the main content in this course and further related material
A certificate of completion

What you will gain from this course

The technology principles and process phenomena of powder-based DED technologies.
A deep understanding of the Laser Powder Energy Deposition and Cold Spray process chains.
Insights into materials for DED technologies, their properties, and optimal applications.
Practical design guidelines, considerations, and examples of successful applications.

Who the Powder DED course is for

This course is specifically designed for engineers, designers, and other professionals actively working with powder-based DED technologies. Whether you’re exploring its potential or already using Laser Powder Energy Deposition and Cold Spray, this course can be completed in one go or revisited as an ongoing reference and learning resource.

To get started with this course, simply click on the first lesson below.