Avoiding AM Stress (IMAGE) University of Pittsburgh Caption Cracking in the build resulting from excessive residual stress in the support structure from the laser powder bed additive manufacturing process. Credit Swanson School of Engineering Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.