Fig. 3From: Stiffness optimization and reliable design of a hip implant by using the potential of additive manufacturing processesDevelopment of the final prosthesis variant under consideration of SLM-process-related restrictions. (a) Determination of a suitable wall thickness dimensioning. (b) Use of grid structures for local load-bearing capacity increase. The red circle indicates the region with reduced stresses because of the inner grid structureBack to article page