Video | A3Shell Project: Hypermetal, the University of Coimbra and Instituto Pedro Nunes
Hypermetal has released a new video presenting the A3Shell project, developed in co-promotion with the University of Coimbra and the Instituto Pedro Nunes. The project focuses on advanced approaches for metal additive manufacturing of leak-tight, complex structures, bridging industrial practice and computational modelling. 📽️ Watch video. /
Application of LPBF Technology in the UAV Sector: High Performance for Next-Generation Aerial Systems
The evolution of UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), commonly known as drones, has been driven by two essential needs: reducing weight without sacrificing structural integrity, and increasing overall aircraft efficiency, especially in systems that demand high autonomy, manoeuvrability and payload capacity. LPBF (Laser Powder Bed Fusion), widely adopted in the aerospace sector, is a key technology […]
Save the Date: Hypermetal at Aerospace & Defense Meetings Torino 2025
From December 2nd to 4th, 2025, Hypermetal will take part in the Aerospace & Defense Meetings Torino, one of the leading international events for the aerospace and defence industries. We’ll be showcasing our metal additive manufacturing capabilities at a dedicated exhibition space, highlighting how Hypermetal supports the sector with high-precision components, complex structures, and propulsion […]
Hypermetal contributes to milestone in WaterCube propulsion system development
Hypermetal is pleased to announce its contribution to a major milestone for the space sector: the EM-02 engineering model of the WaterCube propulsion system, developed by our client Capsule Corporation, has successfully completed its full test campaign. Hypermetal had the honour of supporting this achievement through the production of critical components in Aluminium and Stainless […]
Hypermetal obtains R&D suitability recognition by ANI
On August 1st, 2025, Hypermetal was distinguished with the seal of recognition of suitability for the practice of Research and Development (R&D) activities, awarded by the Portuguese National Innovation Agency (ANI). This recognition confirms Hypermetal’s scientific, technical, and organizational competence to carry out high-level R&D projects, reinforcing our positioning as a trusted partner in technological […]
Hypermetal Joins European Project to Optimize 3D-Printed Metal Structures for the Aerospace Sector
The first meeting of the consortium of the A3Shell project – Analysis and Machine Learning for Additive Manufacturing of Closed-Shell Structures – took place on July 17th at our facilities. In addition to Hypermetal, the meeting was attended by the University of Coimbra and the Instituto Pedro Nunes through its Laboratory for Testing, Wear and […]
Hypermetal participates in the 1st Luso-French Defense Industry Forum in Paris
Hypermetal participates in the 1st Luso-French Defense Industry Forum in Paris On the 2nd and 3rd of October, Hypermetal had the honor of participating in the 1st Luso-French Defense Industry Forum, a strategically important event that brought together companies and experts from the defense sectors of Portugal and France. Held in Paris, the event provided […]
Unlocking Excellence in Aerospace Manufacturing: Our Cutting-Edge Furnace and Metallurgical Expertise
Inconel 718 Components for Aerospace Propulsion: A Precision Journey In this photo we show you our furnace, equipped with thermocouples and data acquisition system. This setup is crucial for ensuring the highest quality in the production of parts through metal additive manufacturing.We are currently processing Inconel 718 components for a propulsion system in the aerospace […]
Hypermetal at Space Propulsion Conference, in Glasgow
Hypermetal was represented at Sprace Propulsion Conference, in Glasgow, Scotland, on the 20th to 23rd May 2024, by our CEO Afonso Nogueira. There, we had the honour of being mentioned by Omnidea’s Horárcio Moreira, who spoke about the innovative additive manufactured Cobalt Chrome 25KN engine and all the findings during the its development. The process […]
Hypermetal at the Portugal RailWay Summit 2024
Hypermetal attended the 5th edition of the Portugal Railway Summit at the National Railway Museum in Entroncamento, organised by the PFP – Portuguese Railway Cluster Platform Association. Held on 21 and 22 May, this event brought together the main players in the railway industry. The future of the railway in Portugal and beyond was discussed, […]