Additive manufacturing techniques for reducing failure modes and enhancing durability in aerospace components

Additive Manufacturing (AM) transforms aerospace by enabling complex, resource-efficient designs. This paper explores how AM enhances durability and reduces failure modes like fatigue, stress corrosion cracking, and structural failure. Techniques such as Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Electron Beam Melting (EBM), and Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) are examined for their advantages over traditional methods. Challenges like material limitations and cost are discussed, highlighting AM’s potential for sustainable aerospace innovation.