Laser engineered net shaping

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000194",
  "term": "Laser engineered net shaping",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "An additive manufacturing process that uses a high-power laser to melt powdered metal as it is deposited through a nozzle, creating a solid object layer by layer. This technique, often abbreviated as LENS, is a form of directed energy deposition (DED) and is suitable for repairing or adding features to existing metal components. It can process a range of metals, including titanium and stainless steel alloys.",
  "abbreviation": "LENS",
  "synonyms": [
    "Laser Powder Forming",
    "LPF"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/laser-engineered-net-shaping/"
}