Wire arc additive manufacturing

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ADM-000415",
  "term": "Wire arc additive manufacturing",
  "field": "Additive manufacturing and 3D printing",
  "definition": "An additive manufacturing process that uses an electric arc as a heat source to melt and deposit metal wire feedstock, building up parts layer by layer. This technique is a form of directed energy deposition, offering high deposition rates and the ability to produce large metal components. It is commonly used for fabricating large-scale structures and repairs.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/additive-manufacturing/wire-arc-additive-manufacturing/"
}