Trade and Industrial Education

Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Software

Introduction to Additive Manufacturing Software

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  • About the Editor
    • Presents the main software modules-CAD modeling, slicer engines, machine control interfaces-and their roles in an AM digital thread.
    • Describes criteria for evaluating and selecting AM software, including usability, file-format support, and simulation capabilities.
    • Highlights emerging tools for process simulation, topology optimization, and IoT-enabled build monitoring.

James Walker is a software engineer and AM specialist focused on the development of slicing, simulation, and build-preparation tools. He holds an M.Sc. in Computer Science and has over a decade of experience creating user-centric AM software platforms. James has spearheaded the integration of topology optimization features and thermal distortion prediction into commercial slicing engines. He contributes to open-source projects and holds several patents in build-file compression and networked production management. James also delivers webinars on software workflows and data management for industrial AM facilities. His latest work involves AI-driven build strategy recommendations.