Synteris develops precursor powders for 3D printing high-temperature carbide and nitride ceramics using a Selective Laser Reactive Sintering (SLRS) process that eliminates the need for post-processing. This technology enables the production of complex geometries for heat management in electric vehicles, reducing material waste and accelerating prototype development.
Funding
$150K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Manufacturing complex ceramic parts with traditional methods often involves extensive post-processing steps like debinding and sintering, leading to anisotropic shrinkage and increased production time. Existing additive manufacturing techniques for ceramics may also require support structures that need to be manually removed, adding to material waste and labor costs.
Solution
Synteris utilizes Selective Laser Reactive Sintering (SLRS) to 3D print high-temperature carbide and nitride ceramics directly from precursor powders, eliminating the need for post-processing. The SLRS process employs a reactive gas environment where a sintering laser induces a chemical reaction, forming the non-oxide ceramic material. By optimizing the ratio of metal to metal-oxide powder in the precursor mix, the process achieves "net-shape" geometry, minimizing volume changes during manufacturing. This approach enables the creation of intricate designs for heat management and other applications with reduced material consumption and faster prototyping cycles.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes electric vehicle manufacturers seeking advanced heat management solutions, as well as industries requiring complex ceramic components for high-temperature applications.
Features
- Direct 3D printing of carbide and nitride ceramics using SLRS technology
- Elimination of post-processing steps such as debinding and sintering
- "Net-shape" geometry control through optimized powder composition
- Reactive gas environment for in-situ ceramic formation
- Materials-agnostic process applicable to various carbide and nitride ceramics
- Reduced material waste compared to traditional ceramic manufacturing