Showing 34 results for Researcher: Brian K. Post
August 24, 2026
6 MIN READ
ORNL researchers have developed a hybrid manufacturing method that combines 3D printing and electroforming to create leak-free HIP cans for advanced nuclear reactor components. The approach could simplify production of complex metal parts, reduce costs and reliance on overseas manufacturing, and strengthen U.S. supply chains for nuclear energy and defense applications.
June 15, 2026
4 MIN READ
Researchers at ORNL’s Manufacturing Demonstration Facility developed a mold-free 3D-printing process that combines origami-inspired design with hybrid composite materials to create lightweight, foldable structures.
January 21, 2026
4 MIN READ
ORNL has developed an innovative extrusion system that combines multiple 3D-printing extruders into a single, high-output stream via specially designed nozzles. This system matches the speed of larger extruders while providing greater flexibility, precision and multi-material printing capabilities.
November 20, 2025
5 MIN READ
Future Foundries integrates wire-arc additive manufacturing, heat treatment, inspection and machining systems into a unified platform, seamlessly connected by a pallet changer that autonomously moves components between processes.
November 22, 2024
4 MIN READ
Seven scientists affiliated with ORNL have been named Battelle Distinguished Inventors in recognition of being granted 14 or more United States patents. Since Battelle began managing ORNL in 2000, 104 ORNL researchers have reached this milestone.
September 11, 2024
6 MIN READ
A new convergent manufacturing platform, developed in only five months at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, is debuting at the International Manufacturing Technology Show, or IMTS, in Chicago, Sept. 9–12, 2024.
September 5, 2024
7 MIN READ
ORNL is working with industry partners to develop a technique that combines 3D printing and conventional machining to produce large metal parts for energy applications. The project, known as Rapid Research on Universal Near Net Shape Fabrication Strategies for Expedited Runner Systems, or Rapid RUNNERS, recently received $15 million in funding from DOE.
June 28, 2024
3 MIN READ
Researchers at ORNL have developed the first additive manufacturing slicing computer application to simultaneously speed and simplify digital conversion of accurate, large-format three-dimensional parts in a factory production setting.
February 1, 2022
1 MIN READ
Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers recently used large-scale additive manufacturing with metal to produce a full-strength steel component for a wind turbine, proving the technique as a viable alternative to
September 1, 2021
1 MIN READ
Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers demonstrated that cooling cost savings could be achieved with a 3D printed concrete smart wall following a three-month field test.
July 6, 2021
2 MIN READ
A team of researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory demonstrated the ability to additively manufacture power poles from bioderived and recycled materials, which could more quickly restore electricity after natural disasters.
June 1, 2021
1 MIN READ
Additive manufacturing can make the design and production of specialized tools for geothermal energy cheaper and more efficient, according to a study by Oak Ridge National Laboratory.