Laser Sintering with Plastics 2nd Edition

Laser Sintering with Plastics, 2nd Edition by Manfred Schmid is an authoritative, up-to-date guide for engineers, designers, and decision-makers exploring selective laser sintering (SLS) and polymer-based additive manufacturing. Clear, practical and technically rich, this edition translates complex process science into actionable insight for real-world production.

Begin with a strong grasp of core principles—material behavior, laser–polymer interaction, and powder handling—and move quickly into process optimization, design-for-additive-manufacturing strategies, and quality assurance. The book balances theory and application, offering readers the tools to reduce build failures, improve mechanical performance, and scale SLS from prototyping to industrial parts production.

Ideal for professionals across industries in Europe, North America, and Asia, this book addresses the challenges manufacturers face when implementing polymer laser sintering: selecting suitable materials, tuning process parameters, and achieving repeatable results. Case studies and comparative analyses illuminate how different polymers behave under varying conditions, while chapters on production workflow and inspection help bridge lab findings to factory floors.

Whether you’re an engineer refining part performance, a manager planning technology adoption, or a researcher advancing polymer-based 3D printing, this edition provides the clarity and depth to move projects forward confidently. Comprehensive yet accessible, it’s an investment in competence for anyone serious about additive manufacturing with plastics.

Add this essential reference to your library—order Laser Sintering with Plastics, 2nd Edition by Manfred Schmid today and start converting laser sintering knowledge into better parts and smarter production.

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