Sheridan Solutions focuses on novel 3D printing techniques for space applications. One project focuses on novel new 3D printing process to produce multifunction aluminum parts with integrated health monitoring sensors. Ultrasonic Additive Manufacturing will be used to embed optical fiber strain sensors anywhere in a metal part that can subsequently be used for structural health monitoring (SHM). Success in this program enables real time strain and temperature measurements throughout a structural aluminum part that complements the integrated system of data, models, and other analysis tools to represent an aerospace vehicle over its entire life cycle.
