Layer by Layer
Welcome to the Alliance University Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence (AUAMCE) — a space where ideas take shape, layer by layer. Dedicated to advancing additive manufacturing or 3D printing, our Centre brings together research, education, and industry collaboration to reimagine products for real-world impact.
At the crossroads of academia and industry, AUAMCE turns curiosity into capability. By drawing on our academic strengths, research depth, and industry partnerships, the Centre enables innovation in product development, rapid prototyping, and advanced manufacturing. Our students, researchers, professionals, and industry partners work with cutting-edge tools and expert guidance, gaining hands-on experience that bridges imagination and application.
We aim to bring together industry, research institutions, and academia to foster innovation, enable advanced research, and support the adoption of additive manufacturing across industries.
We strive to deliver design, prototyping, and additive manufacturing solutions that enable breakthrough innovation for industry, research labs, and academic institutions.
Foster innovation by exploring novel applications of 3D printing across diverse industries.
Deliver comprehensive education and curricula in additive manufacturing for undergraduate and postgraduate learners.
Build strong industry partnerships to accelerate the transfer of academic research into industrial practice.
Provide hands-on training in the latest additive manufacturing software, equipment, and techniques.
Promote interdisciplinary research by integrating expertise from materials science, electronics, computer science, and design.
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Makerspace / Alliance School of Applied EngineeringProfessor
Alliance School of Applied EngineeringOur Centre houses specialised equipment and software that support research, prototyping, and industrial-scale additive manufacturing applications.
Research and innovation are central to our mission. Our faculty members, researchers, and students actively contribute to advancing scientific knowledge through patents, peer-reviewed publications, and conference presentations.
The Centre partners with leading organisations to strengthen capability, innovation, and real-world adoption of additive manufacturing technologies.
The National Space Day: Model Making (Design and 3D Printing) Competition, organized by CoE-Makerspace, Additive Manufacturing, Alliance University on 31st August 2024, brought together 74 participants across 23 teams from 8th-grade to Pre-University levels. The event began with a TinkerCAD workshop, followed by a preliminary 3-minute water bottle design task, leading to the shortlisting of 7 teams for the final round where they designed the Chandrayaan-3 rover in 30 minutes. Despite initial low registrations, participation grew remarkably, and the event was successfully coordinated by 12 student coordinators, 7 volunteers, and faculty lead Dr. Harinath Aireddy. The competition, judged by faculty experts from the Mechanical Department, evaluated creativity, functionality, and theme relevance, culminating in Shishya School winning 1st place, BGS National Public School securing 2nd place, and BNPS taking 3rd place. The event not only strengthened students’ skills in 3D design and problem-solving but also inspired innovation and teamwork, highlighting the potential of young learners in shaping the future of technology.
In the Product Design and Realization (PDR) Lab, during the 2024–2025 First Semester, over 540 students from the PDR 2024 batch were successfully trained in the domain of additive manufacturing. The training enabled students to gain in-depth knowledge of the complete product development lifecycle, covering ideation, 3D design, prototyping, and fabrication using state-of-the-art 3D printing technologies. Emphasis was placed on developing innovation-driven thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving capabilities, where students translated their creative ideas into functional prototypes addressing real-world challenges. The lab also encouraged multidisciplinary collaboration, allowing students from different backgrounds to work together and explore diverse applications of additive manufacturing. This large-scale initiative not only strengthened their technical competencies but also prepared them with industry-relevant skills, making the PDR 2024 batch future-ready in the rapidly evolving field of advanced manufacturing.
The Training on FDM and DLP Printers, organized by the CoE–Additive Manufacturing on 16th January and 6th February 2025, trained 22 students from the 4th semester Mechanical Engineering Department in advanced 3D printing processes. Conducted by student trainers Sheshadri K, Shravani N, and Joel Jaimon, the program covered preprocessing using Ultimaker Cura (FDM) and Chitubox (DLP), focusing on critical slicing parameters such as layer height, infill, print temperature, exposure time, and support structures. Students also learned strategies for optimizing orientation, minimizing waste, and troubleshooting common issues, along with advanced features like variable layer height and adaptive infill. The training extended to post-processing techniques, including support removal, surface finishing, resin curing, and annealing, ensuring professional-quality prints. By the end of the sessions, participants gained strong theoretical and practical knowledge in additive manufacturing, preparing them to apply FDM and DLP technologies effectively for industrial applications and real-world prototyping.
Our academic and professional programs build practical expertise in digital manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and product development.
Courses
Certification Programs
Students gain hands-on exposure through live projects focused on healthcare and product innovation.
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Implementation Team: Teja Shreya, Fathima Rena, Pavan Kumar J, Kiran E P Status: Prototype Developed
Implementation Team: Sudhir R, Harshavardhan M, G Venkata Sai, Nanditha DN, Pavan Kumar J, Sheshadri K, Joel Jaimon
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Implementation Team: Deepthi S, Hemalatha
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Implementation Team: K Manushree, Shravani N
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We offer executive learning programmes designed to strengthen industry capability in emerging manufacturing technologies, including executive hands-on training in polymer 3D printing.
We are recognised as an EOS GmbH India Authorised Training Centre, reflecting our commitment to world-class training standards and advanced manufacturing expertise.
Our students and researchers work on practical, future-focused projects that combine design thinking, engineering, and additive manufacturing technologies.
Students: Teja Shreya, Fathima Rena, and Namitha Papishetty
Students: Nanditha D N, Hemanth Reddy J, and Gurramkonda Venkata Sai
Students: Sudhir R and Marriwada Harshavardhan
We provide consultancy and manufacturing support services for prototyping and production-ready part printing solutions, helping organisations accelerate development with precision and efficiency.
We create opportunities for students and researchers to translate ideas into impactful solutions through advanced research, academic projects, and innovation-led experiences.
Include PhD and Postdoctoral research, Master’s thesis projects, and capstone projects.
Available for eligible candidates seeking advanced research exposure.
Such as the Design to Printathon encourage rapid problem-solving, creativity, and hands-on product innovation.
The “Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Design to Print: 3D Printing Competition and Workshop on Nation Building”, held on 27th–28th July 2024 at Alliance University, was a national-level event organized by the Center of Excellence in Additive Manufacturing and Makerspace, in collaboration with EOS India, NDRF, and AU IEEE Student Branch. The event brought together 81 participants across 18 teams from 12 universities, providing a platform for collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange in additive manufacturing. Conducted in three phases—design submission, review and printing, and evaluation with presentations—the competition tested creativity, technical expertise, and problem-solving. Distinguished speakers, including Padma Bhushan Dr. B. N. Suresh, Padmashri Dr. Prahlada Rama Rao, Dr. P. S. Subramanyam, Dr. B. V. A. Rao, and Lt. Gen. (Dr.) V. J. Sundaram, inspired participants with insights into aerospace, defense, and innovation for national growth. Winners included Team Blueprint Builders (Alliance University, ₹50,000), Team BambOO (BMSCE, ₹30,000), and Team Innovatives (NTTF, ₹20,000), with prizes sponsored by EOS India. The event not only celebrated excellence but also underscored the transformative role of 3D printing in addressing real-world challenges, advancing sustainable development, and carrying forward Dr. Kalam’s vision of nation-building through innovation and technology.
The National Space Day: Model Making (Design and 3D Printing) Competition, organized by the CoE-Makerspace, Additive Manufacturing, Alliance University, on 31st August 2024, brought together 74 participants from 8th grade to Pre-University (PU) level, forming 23 teams. The event began with a TinkerCAD workshop introducing students to 3D design, followed by a quick water bottle design challenge, from which 7 teams advanced to the final round of designing the Chandrayaan-3 rover. Judged by faculty from the Mechanical Department, the competition emphasized creativity, functionality, and theme alignment. Despite starting with only 15 registrations, participation surged, showcasing strong student enthusiasm. The winners were Shishya School (1st place), BGS National Public School (2nd), and BNPS (3rd). The event successfully nurtured creativity, teamwork, and technical problem-solving while inspiring young students to explore innovation in 3D design and engineering.
The Centre provides start-up and incubation support to help innovators transform promising ideas into scalable ventures through mentorship, guidance, and ecosystem access.
