Technical User Guide

Our Technical User Guides are step-by-step video tutorials covering additive manufacturing setup, troubleshooting, and process optimization.

How To Analyze Microstructure

This video provides a step-by-step guide to preparing, examining, and interpreting material microstructures using microscopy techniques

How To Identify and Troubleshoot Stringing

 This video explains how to recognize stringing defects in 3D prints and identifies common causes such as incorrect retraction settings or material handling issues.

How to Identify Directed Energy Deposition System Components

This video walks through the key components of a Directed Energy Deposition (DED) system, explaining their functions and how they work together during the additive manufacturing process.

How to Digital File Prep for Material Extrusion 3D Printing

This video guides viewers through the essential steps of preparing digital files for material extrusion 3D printing, from CAD design considerations to slicer software setup.

How to Navigate The Drive AM Forum

This video demonstrates how to access, navigate, and participate in the Drive AM Forum, including finding topics, posting questions, and engaging with the community.