(Renishaw: West Dundee, IL) -- Renishaw’s new LIBERTAS technology addresses two of the most persistent challenges in metal additive manufacturing (AM): poor downskin surface finish and the need for support structures.

While traditional support structures manage heat and distortion, they also increase material use, extend build times, and require costly post-processing. Unlike conventional workflows, LIBERTAS technology dynamically adjusts scan parameters across the part geometries. This enables engineers to print complex components with smoother downskin surfaces and greatly reduces or eliminates the need for supports.

LIBERTAS technology enables greater control of laser parameters and scan paths during the build process, allowing engineers to better manage thermal behavior, minimize downskin roughness, and lower material use. By reducing the need for traditional support structures, the software helps manufacturers increase output while reducing cost per part.

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