Refining the Invisible Inside, Bringing the Universe Closer. ～Algovision Technologies is pioneering a new era A New Era of Fluid Polishing

2025.09.16 10:00

ALGOVISION TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Algovision Technologies Inc. (Headquarters: Kyoto, Japan; CEO: Shoichi Tachibana) has developed a "fluid polishing system" that enables internal polishing of aerospace parts such as aircraft and rockets. This new system opens up new possibilities for the future of manufacturing by enabling complex internal finishing that has been difficult to achieve with conventional processing.

For more information about Algovision Technologies, please visit: https://algovision.co.jp/en/

3D造形入子金型(研磨前後比較)

3D modeling insert mold (comparison before and after polishing)

Sample courtesy of Castec Inc.

■Importance of Polishing in the Aerospace Industry

Parts used in aircraft and rockets have extremely complex and detailed internal structures, such as fuel channels and engine cooling passages. If the slightest irregularity or roughness remains on their internal surfaces,

The fluid flow will be disturbed, leading to performance degradation.

・Causes wear and corrosion

・In the worst case, it can cause safety-related problems.

・In the worst case, it may cause safety problems.

Algovision Technologies' fluid polishing technology greatly improves performance and reliability by smoothing the inside of components. The key to future safety is to "polish the invisible inside.

■Strengths of Algovision Technologies

Algovision Technologies' fluid polishing technology passes abrasives together with water into the interior of components to smooth out minute irregularities on the inner surface. This provides the following advantages

・High precision: Uniform polishing is possible deep into complex shapes that cannot be reached by conventional manual or machining processes.

・Improved reliability: Extended part life and enhanced safety by reducing friction and turbulence

・Improved efficiency: Reduces time required for finishing, making it suitable for mass production

■Compatibility with 3D printers

In recent years, metal parts fabricated by 3D printers are rapidly becoming popular in the aerospace field. However, the "roughness" of the inner surface, such as layer steps and powder residue, which is unique to laminated modeling, has been an issue. Algovision Technologies' fluid polishing system technology can finish the inner surface of 3D printer parts uniformly, realizing a leap from "modeling" to "practical use. It is expected to be a powerful partner in supporting future manufacturing.

■Specific values created by internal surface polishing

Polishing the fuel channels of rocket engines → Improved combustion efficiency and extended component life

Polishing the inner surface of hydraulic system pipes in aircraft → Reduces fluid resistance and contributes to weight reduction and energy conservation

Polishing the inside of cooling components fabricated with a 3D printer → Removing layer remnants to maximize heat exchange performance

The slightest surface difference can make a big difference in performance, environment, and safety.

■Supporting the Future from Invisible Places

Algovision Technologies aims to apply its unique approach of "improving quality from the inside out" to a wide range of fields, including the aerospace industry, energy, automobiles, and medical equipment. Algovision Technologies' technology is a technology that brightens the visible future by refining the invisible.

■Outline of Technology

Technology name: Fluid polishing

Applicable inside diameter: φ0.1 to φ5.0

Applicable length : ~2000mm

Applicable materials: Stainless steel (303, 304, 316, 316L, SUS420J2, etc.)

　　　　　Titanium (pure Ti, Ni-Ti, 64Ti, etc.)

　　　　　Aluminum (ALSi10Mg, Duralumin, etc.)

　　　　　Cobalt alloys (Elgiloy, Mp35N, etc.)

　　　　　Nickel alloys (Inconel 718, Hastelloy X, etc.)

　　　　　Copper alloys (cu, etc.)

　　　　　Others (S45C, SCM415, SKD61, maraging steel, molybdenum, etc.)

　　　　　*Please contact us for sizes and materials not listed above.