#$%^&*AU2006241341B220120607.pdf#####ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A method of forming an implant having a porous tissue ingrowth structure and a bearing support structure. The method includes depositing a first layer of a metal powder onto a substrate, scanning a laser beam over the powder so as to sinter the metal powder at predetermined locations, depositing at least one layer of the metal powder onto the first layer and repeating the scanning of the laser beam.1120 FIG. IA FIG. 18 FIG. lB 14
