electroforming
/ɪˌlɛk.troʊˈfɔr.mɪŋ/
noun
- A manufacturing process that uses electricity to deposit metal onto a mold or pattern, creating a precise metal part.
- Artists sometimes use electroforming to create copper sculptures from wax models.
- The aerospace industry relies on electroforming to produce lightweight, strong components.
- Electroforming is used to make detailed metal jewelry and decorative items.