Among direct metal processing manufacturing technologies (Rapid Manufacturing), Electron
Beam Sintering (EBS) exhibits a high application potential. Especially, the fast beam deflection
provided by electromagnetic lenses allows the realization of considerable building speeds and
minor residual stresses. Therefore, this paper aims to examine and utilize the given potential for
additive layer manufacturing. In this context, the deployed scanning strategy is a very important
aspect. By means of an increasing computer power, innovative and flexible patterns for the
solidification of the powder can be implemented. Thus, different patterns are being examined and
evaluated. Finally, occurring effects in the exposed zone are introduced.Mechanical Engineerin
