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While the additive process rapidly builds large metal parts, the real challenge begins after the final layer is laid, where machining and inspection take center stage. 

Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing: The Promise and the Postprocessing Reality

In the evolving landscape of advanced manufacturing, gas metal arc directed energy deposition has emerged as a compelling solution for producing large-scale metal components with reduced lead times and material waste.

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