Results of 3D Printing Research at the LUPS FMSOT Department of Military Technology

This paper presents the research results of the Department of Military Technology at the Military Logistics Institute, Faculty of Military Science and Officer Training, Ludovika University of Public Service (LUPS FMSOT), which are related to additive manufacturing technology, primarily in the field of military logistics. The aim of the research conducted by the Department of Military Technology at the Military Logistics Institute, Faculty of Military Science and Officer Training at the University of Public Service is to investigate the application possibilities of additive manufacturing technology in military logistics, industry, and military-technical higher education. The research examined the potential of 3D printing of metals, plastics, fiber-reinforced composites, and the application of Atomic Diffusion Additive Manufacturing (ADAM) metal printing technology. The studies covered the applicability of 3D printing for the production and replacement of components for vehicles and UAVs, such as brackets, gears, and planetary gears. The design and 3D printing of wave drive systems, mainly used in robotics, and the assembly of robotic vehicles were also investigated. The department introduced Autodesk Fusion 360-based 3D modeling education and implemented practical printing education in two 3D printing laboratories for BSc students, PhD and Erasmus researchers, and Horizon Europe applicants in the military-technical higher education at LUPS FMSOT. The researchers also discussed their research experiences at meetings of the European Defence Agency (EDA).
Keywords: Department of Military Technology, 3D printing, additive manufacturing, military logistics, military-technical higher education