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3D Printing Guide: LOM (Laminated Object Manufacturing)
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98 students

3D Printing Guide: LOM (Laminated Object Manufacturing)

Master Layer-Based Additive Manufacturing with Real Applications, Materials, Workflow, and Case Studies.
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Created byNextGen 3D
Last updated 7/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand the fundamentals of 3D printing and additive manufacturing
  • Learn the principles and workflow of Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM)
  • Compare LOM with major 3D printing technologies including FDM, SLA, SLS, and Binder Jetting
  • Understand layer bonding, laser cutting, and sheet lamination processes
  • Explore paper-based, plastic, composite, and metal materials used in LOM
  • Learn material selection strategies for different manufacturing applications
  • Prepare CAD models and optimize designs for LOM production
  • Understand slicing, layer generation, and machine control processes
  • Configure machine setup, calibration, and process parameters
  • Apply post-processing and finishing techniques to improve final parts
  • Discover practical applications across architecture, automotive, aerospace, and healthcare industries
  • Analyze real-world case studies and industrial implementation examples from multiple countries
  • Develop foundational knowledge to apply LOM concepts in professional and educational environments

Course content

7 sections • 25 lectures • 3h 8m total length

  • Introduction1:27
  • What is 3D Printing?8:05
  • Overview of LOM Technology6:38
  • History and Evolution of LOM8:18
  • LOM vs Other 3D Printing Technologies9:03

Requirements

  • No prior experience in 3D printing is required
  • Basic computer literacy is recommended
  • Interest in manufacturing, design, engineering, or technology is beneficial
  • Familiarity with CAD concepts is helpful but not mandatory
  • Willingness to learn additive manufacturing processes and workflows
  • Suitable for beginners as well as learners seeking structured industry knowledge

Description

This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.

Discover the principles, processes, materials, and real-world applications of Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM), one of the most distinctive technologies within additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing. This comprehensive certification course is designed to provide learners with a complete understanding of how sheet lamination technology transforms digital designs into physical objects through precision layering and manufacturing workflows.

Beginning with the fundamentals of 3D printing and the origins of LOM technology, the course introduces the evolution of additive manufacturing and explains where LOM fits among major technologies such as FDM, SLA, SLS, and Binder Jetting. Learners will build a strong conceptual foundation before progressing into the technical details of how LOM systems operate.

Throughout the program, students will explore the complete LOM process including material feeding, bonding mechanisms, laser cutting techniques, platform movement, slicing, machine setup, calibration, and post-processing operations. Dedicated modules cover material selection across paper-based materials, plastics, composites, and metal sheet lamination approaches, helping learners understand performance, cost, and application suitability.

The course also examines workflow optimization from CAD preparation to finished production, providing practical insights into design considerations, build orientation, slicing parameters, and finishing methods. Real industry examples demonstrate how organizations apply LOM for prototyping, architecture, automotive development, aerospace engineering, medical applications, and industrial manufacturing.

To strengthen practical understanding, the course includes international case studies from the USA, UK, Europe, and Australia, showcasing implementation strategies, outcomes, and lessons learned from real production environments.

Whether you are a student, engineer, designer, manufacturing professional, product developer, or additive manufacturing enthusiast, this course delivers structured and industry-relevant knowledge to help you understand and apply Laminated Object Manufacturing effectively.

NextGen3D Academy delivers specialized education focused on advanced additive manufacturing technologies, practical industry applications, and professional skill development to support learners in building future-ready expertise

Who this course is for:

  • Students interested in additive manufacturing and industrial technologies
  • Mechanical, manufacturing, and product design professionals
  • Engineers seeking knowledge of sheet lamination processes
  • CAD designers and 3D modeling practitioners
  • Product developers and prototype specialists
  • Manufacturing and production professionals
  • Researchers exploring advanced manufacturing technologies
  • Entrepreneurs entering the 3D printing industry
  • Hobbyists interested in industrial 3D printing methods
  • Anyone wanting to understand Laminated Object Manufacturing from fundamentals to applications

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