5th Aerospace Additive Manufacturing Forum Concludes in Shanghai

October 29, 2025 News 3503

The 5th Aerospace Additive Manufacturing Conference successfully convened in Shanghai, featuring expert discussions on industry innovations and sustainable development.

The 5th Aerospace Additive Manufacturing Conference, held from October 22nd to 24th, 2025, in Minhang District, Shanghai, successfully convened under the theme "Additive Manufacturing: A New Engine for Aerospace, A New Voyage for Green and Intelligent Manufacturing". The event was attended and addressed by Shi Wenlu, Deputy Director of the Technological Progress Department of the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization, and Zhou Weimin, Vice President of the Shanghai Additive Manufacturing Association. The conference featured presentations and discussions from over 50 industry experts, attracted more than 600 registered industry guests, and was covered by over 50 authoritative industry media outlets, journals, and academic platforms.

In his opening address, Shi Wenlu, Deputy Director of the Technological Progress Department of the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization, stated that aerospace represents the pinnacle of manufacturing, and additive manufacturing is one of the core technologies leading the new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation. Promoting the deep integration of the two is of crucial strategic significance for enhancing China's independent innovation capabilities in the aerospace field and ensuring the security and stability of industrial and supply chains. He noted that additive manufacturing is reshaping the landscape of aerospace manufacturing with unprecedented depth and breadth, spanning from the development of new materials to smart manufacturing solutions and full-lifecycle green management. He expressed his hope that the conference would serve as a "weather vane" for building strategic consensus, an "accelerator" for driving technological innovation, and a "connector" for promoting industrial application. He affirmed that the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization will continue to support the development of the aerospace and additive manufacturing industries, striving to create a first-class business environment and provide precise policy services to safeguard the development of various innovation entities in Shanghai.

Zhou Weimin, Vice President of the Shanghai Additive Manufacturing Association, stated in his speech that the Aerospace Additive Manufacturing Conference has always adhered to the purpose of "promoting innovation, linking industries, building ecosystems, and focusing on application", committed to building a high-level exchange platform in the field of aerospace additive manufacturing. He expressed delight that this platform has become an important stage for industry experts to exchange ideas, integrate technologies, and achieve win-win cooperation, as well as a key window for China's additive manufacturing capabilities to reach the world. This year's conference responded to the higher demands placed on aerospace manufacturing in the new era – not only pursuing ultimate performance and reliability but also shouldering the industry responsibility for green, intelligent, and sustainable development. He expressed belief that additive manufacturing is not only a revolution in manufacturing technology but also a "new engine" promoting the lightweight, integrated, and efficient development of aerospace equipment, and a "new voyage" leading the industry into the era of green and intelligent manufacturing. He looked forward to the conference further building consensus and promoting cooperation through in-depth exchanges, jointly fostering a collaborative ecosystem encompassing the entire industry chain from materials, equipment, and software to inspection certification and end applications.

The conference was co-chaired by:

Zeng Shaolian, Secretary-General of the Shanghai Additive Manufacturing Association

Lei Liming, Executive Vice President of the Sichuan Additive Manufacturing Technology Association

Feng Xiaosong, Chief Process Engineer of Shanghai Aerospace Equipment Manufacturing General Factory Co., Ltd.

Ke Linda, Deputy Director of the R&D Center, Shanghai Spaceflight Precision Machinery Institute

Li Huaixue, Deputy Director of the Additive Manufacturing Aviation Science and Technology Key Laboratory, China Aeronautical Manufacturing Technology Research Institute

Shi Yun, Director Pre-research Engineer, Shanghai Aerospace Equipment Manufacturing General Factory Co., Ltd.

Jiang Xiaohui, Deputy Dean of the School of Mechanical Engineering, University of Shanghai for Science and Technology

It featured insightful speeches from over 50 experts, including:

Academician Li Yinghong, Air Force Engineering University

Wang Qiang, Researcher, Xi'an Jiaotong University Aero-engine Institute

Shi Yusheng, Director, National Local Joint Engineering Laboratory; Chief Professor of Huazhong Scholar Distinguished Post, Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Cui Hongzhi, Dean, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Ocean University of China

Professor Huang Aijun, Monash University

Chen Yi, Chief Engineer, Shanghai Spaceflight Precision Machinery Institute

Tang Ye, Chief Expert in Special Manufacturing, China Academy of Aerospace and Electronic Technology (Second Academy)

Zhou Hongbo, General Manager, Suzhou Zhongrui Zhichuang 3D Technology Co., Ltd.

Liu Tingting, Dean, School of International Education, Nanjing University of Science and Technology

Wu Huapeng, General Manager, Shenzhen Baochenxin Laser Technology Co., Ltd.

Wang Fude, Chief Process Research Engineer, Capital Aerospace Machinery Co., Ltd.

Chen Wei, Director, High Energy Beam Processing Technology Research Institute, China Aeronautical Manufacturing Technology Research Institute

Wang Chuanhui, Technical Manager, Hexagon Software Technology (Qingdao) Co., Ltd.

Yang Donghui, Deputy General Manager, Xi'an Bright Laser Technologies Co., Ltd. (BLT)

Zhao Kai, Director, Innovation Center, Shanghai Aerospace Equipment Manufacturing General Factory Co., Ltd.

Zhang Bocheng, Additive Manufacturing & Aerospace Industry Technology Lead, Digital Industries Group, Siemens (China) Co., Ltd.

Zhang Jianfeng, Deputy Director, Aero Engine Corporation of China Commercial Aircraft Engine Co., Ltd.

Professor Li Ruidi, Central South University

Lin Kunyang, China Academy of Space Technology (Fifth Academy) Xi'an Branch

Gao Chuanyun, Additive Manufacturing Professional Lead, Chengdu Aircraft Industrial (Group) Co., Ltd.

Li Wenxiao, Process Director, Aerospace Engineering Equipment (Suzhou) Co., Ltd.

Li Qingtang, Deputy Director, Beijing Xinfeng Aerospace Equipment Co., Ltd.

Professor Lu Zhongliang, School of Mechanical Engineering, Xi'an Jiaotong University

Yan Xiaofeng, Professional Chief Engineer, Qing'an Group Co., Ltd.

Xu Haiying, Director, High Energy Beam Generator Laboratory, China Aeronautical Manufacturing Technology Research Institute

Li Peiyong, Researcher, AECC Beijing Institute of Aeronautical Materials

Bi Yunjie, Team Leader, Additive Manufacturing Technology and Equipment Team, Jihua Laboratories

Professor Gao Tong, School of Mechanical Engineering, Northwestern Polytechnical University

Chen Rong, Additive Professional Deputy Chief Engineer, Aerospace Additive Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd.

Gao Shuohong, Laser Manufacturing Laboratory, Institute of New Materials, Guangdong Academy of Sciences

He Gening, Director, Nuclear Power Institute of China

Professor Jiang Zaixing, Harbin Institute of Technology

Professor Zhang Wuxiang, Director, Robotics Institute, Beihang University

Professor Li Hao, School of Mechanical Science and Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Wei Chao, Deputy Director, Laser Extreme Manufacturing Research Center, Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences

Professor Lü Zhijie, Distinguished Professor, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Qiu Xiao, Director, Stereoscopic Circuit Laboratory, Additive Manufacturing Business Division, Hunan Yunjian Group Co., Ltd.

The conference facilitated in-depth discussions across the entire industry chain, including materials, equipment, software, inspection and certification, post-processing, and end applications. Key topics included:

Technological innovations in Laser Wire Additive Manufacturing and Electron Beam Wire Additive Manufacturing driving industry development

Additive manufacturing technology for complex ceramic components

Wear and corrosion control of additive manufacturing materials in extreme environments

Development of high-strength, high-toughness titanium alloys for commercial aerospace additive manufacturing

Application of magnesium alloy components in aerospace and the development of their additive manufacturing technologies

Technology development directions for system-level additive manufacturing in aerospace

Technological developments in innovative powder bed equipment featuring fine printing, pre-heating, and slow cooling

New advances in lightweight design and additive manufacturing of aerospace multifunctional structures

Latest developments in localized additive manufacturing laser sources and solutions

Exploration of new materials and structures for additive manufacturing in aerospace applications

Application and prospects of additive manufacturing technology for key structures in aviation equipment

Simufact additive manufacturing process simulation aiding aerospace manufacturing

Latest advances in BLT metal additive manufacturing equipment

Research on additive manufacturing technology for heterogeneous metal materials

Siemens additive manufacturing technology leading the efficient production of complex aerospace components

Application progress and requirements for additive manufacturing in aero-engines

Material design and forming verification of high-performance aluminum alloys via laser additive manufacturing

Application and prospects of additive manufacturing technology in satellite antenna fields

Application of additive manufacturing technology in the aviation industry

Progress and application prospects of Friction Stir Additive Manufacturing

Exploration and application practice of additive manufacturing technology in aerospace equipment

Exploration of additive manufacturing in aviation airborne products and development trends

Technology and application prospects of Wire-based Coaxial Cold Cathode Electron Beam Wire-Feed Additive Manufacturing

Research and application prospects of high-temperature aluminum alloys for additive manufacturing

Preparation of high-performance lightweight alloy powders and their impact on 3D printing performance

Topology optimization methods and application exploration for thin-walled, rib-reinforced load-bearing structures in additive manufacturing

Application progress and new requirements for additive manufacturing in the aerospace field

Development status and innovative applications of metal additive manufacturing in commercial aerospace

Development status and prospects of additive manufacturing technology in nuclear energy

Non-metallic additive manufacturing and its applications

Structural design and robotic equipment for continuous fiber-reinforced composites

Geometry-driven integrated technology for modeling-analysis-optimization of curved surface components

Research progress in multi-material laser powder bed fusion technology and equipment

Additive manufacturing and strength-ductility mechanisms of titanium matrix composites with dual-heterogeneous configurations

Technology and equipment for laser-arc hybrid additive manufacturing of large lightweight alloy components

Laser additive manufacturing of stereoscopic circuits: A new paradigm for eVTOL electric drive systems

The conference provided new ideas and solutions for the high-quality development of the aerospace additive manufacturing industry.

During the event, industry demands for aerospace additive manufacturing were released, and the Conference Proceedings were unveiled. Shi Yusheng, Director of the National Local Joint Engineering Laboratory and Chief Professor of Huazhong Scholar Distinguished Post at Huazhong University of Science and Technology, and Professor Huang Weidong of Northwestern Polytechnical University presented awards to the authors of outstanding papers.

The Aerospace Additive Manufacturing Conference is a premier industry event in China's aerospace additive manufacturing sector, serving as an important window to showcase the latest global technologies and products. It acts as a platform for cooperation and exchange between industrial and technological chains and has been successfully held five times in China.

Guidance Units:

Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization

Minhang District People's Government of Shanghai

Chinese Society of Astronautics

Host Units:

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation Commercial Rocket Co., Ltd.

Minhang District Economic Commission of Shanghai

Shanghai Additive Manufacturing Association

Co-host Units:

Aero Engine Corporation of China Commercial Aircraft Engine Co., Ltd.

Additive Manufacturing Process Technology Center of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

Additive Manufacturing Process Center of China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Limited

Casting Process Technology Center of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation

China Aeronautical Manufacturing Technology Research Institute

Aero Engine Corporation of China Additive Manufacturing Technology Innovation Center

Additive Manufacturing Technology Application Research Center of COMAC

Additive Manufacturing Research and Application Center of China South Industries Group Corporation

Shanghai Aerospace Equipment Manufacturing General Factory Co., Ltd.

Shanghai Spaceflight Precision Machinery Institute

Supporting Units:

Editorial Office of Aerospace China

Editorial Office of Aerospace Manufacturing Technology

Shanghai Society of Astronautics

Editorial Office of Journal of Shanghai Aerospace (Chinese & English)

Shanghai Engineering Technology Research Center for Metal Materials Near Net Forming

Shanghai Engineering Technology Research Center for Complex Metal Components Additive Manufacturing

Additive Manufacturing Technology Center of the Eighth Academy of CASC

Shanghai Nano Technology and Industry Development Promotion Center

Shanghai Additive Manufacturing Manufacturing Innovation Center

Shanghai 3D Printing Industry Alliance

Yangtze River Delta Additive Manufacturing Industry Alliance

Sichuan Additive Manufacturing Technology Association

Yangtze River Delta Steel Industry Development Association

Xi'an Bright Laser Technologies Co., Ltd.

Space Mechanical Engineering Branch of Shaanxi Mechanical Engineering Society

Organizing Units:

Jiangchuan Road Sub-district Office of Minhang District People's Government of Shanghai

Aerospace Professional Committee of Shanghai Additive Manufacturing Association

Shanghai Sama Technology Co., Ltd.

Shanghai Aopu Business Consulting Co., Ltd.