Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Process instabilities in laser powder bed fusion can lead to defects such as balling that compromise part quality and mechanical performance. This FLOW-3D AM simulation compares stable and unstable IN718 LPBF print conditions by increasing laser scan speed while holding power constant at 1150W, illustrating how parameter changes drive melt pool instability. CFD modeling helps engineers identify process windows that maintain stable melt pool behavior and avoid defect formation. Learn more at flow3d.com/products/flow3d-am
Process instabilities in laser powder bed fusion can lead to defects such as balling that compromise part quality and mechanical performance. This FLOW-3D AM simulation compares stable and unstable IN718 LPBF print conditions by increasing laser scan speed while holding power constant at 1150W, illustrating how parameter changes drive melt pool instability. CFD modeling helps engineers identify process windows that maintain stable melt pool behavior and avoid defect formation. Learn more at flow3d.com/products/flow3d-am
