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The Additive Technologies Center of Rostec State Corporation has put into operation a laser printer with the largest available build volume in Russia. The new equipment will make it possible to use additive technology to “grow” large-sized parts for the next-generation VK-1600V engine used in helicopter Ka-62.

New engine components will be created with the use of Russian materials and the new 3D printer provides potential for building even the most geometrically complex shapes.

“The printer will be used to create stator parts for the next-generation VK-1600V engine. The engine will be installed to modern multipurpose Ka-62 helicopters. In total, over 10% of the parts for this model are planned to be produced in 3D machines. Additive technologies will reduce the production time for individual components from six months to three weeks,” said Vladislav Kochkurov, CEO of ATC.

In addition to shorter production times, additively manufactured parts are lighter without compromising performance. This will increase the payload and improve other characteristics of the helicopter.

ATC of Rostec to “grow” parts for the Ka-62 engine

News · May 21, 2021

The Additive Technologies Center of Rostec State Corporation has put into operation a laser printer with the largest available build volume in Russia. The new equipment will make it possible to use additive technology to “grow” large-sized parts for the next-generation VK-1600V engine used in helicopter Ka-62.

New engine components will be created with the use of Russian materials and the new 3D printer provides potential for building even the most geometrically complex shapes.

“The printer will be used to create stator parts for the next-generation VK-1600V engine. The engine will be installed to modern multipurpose Ka-62 helicopters. In total, over 10% of the parts for this model are planned to be produced in 3D machines. Additive technologies will reduce the production time for individual components from six months to three weeks,” said Vladislav Kochkurov, CEO of ATC.

In addition to shorter production times, additively manufactured parts are lighter without compromising performance. This will increase the payload and improve other characteristics of the helicopter.

Source: Rostec

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