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How Additive Manufacturing Is Transforming EVs and Transportation: AM Radio #23
As 3D printing is adopted into the electric vehicle (EV) market, it is not just vehicles that are being reshaped. In this episode of the AM Radio podcast, we discuss additive manufacturing and the future of transportation.
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Is a Functional 3D Printer Network Possible? Automation Alley’s Project DIAMOnD and the Industry 4.0 Future
The initiative that placed 3D printers at more than 300 Michigan manufacturers is laying the groundwork for a future in manufacturing that is digital, distributed and largely additive.
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The Cool Parts Show Is Coming to IMTS 2022
Find cool parts (and cool hosts) in these locations at the International Manufacturing Technology Show this September.
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500-Pound Replacement Part 3D Printed by Robot: The Cool Parts Show #50
Our biggest metal cool part so far: Wire arc additive manufacturing delivers a replacement (and upgrade) for a critical bearing housing on a large piece of industrial machinery.
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3D Printing Increases Efficiency Of Wind Turbine Blade Alignment
A Markforged digital repository and 3D printers enable faster, more accurate and less costly manufacture of a variety of tools and blade components across Vestas sites.
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5 Additive Manufacturing Trends
Additive manufacturing (AM) is benefiting and advancing as a result of developments in software, business practices and more. Here are some of the trends driving AM or progressing along with it.
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How GM Is Investing in Additive and EVs
People within the automaker aren’t just working with additive, they are actively promoting it to their colleagues throughout the organization.
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It's Shark Week on The Cool Parts Show
In this bonus episode, we dive into biomimicry and discuss how shark denticles are being used for research as well as Cool Parts.
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Which AM Event at IMTS Is Right for Your Business? AM Radio #22
IMTS 2022’s two additive manufacturing-centered events are designed for different audiences.
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World’s Largest Metal 3D Printer Seen at Ingersoll Grand Opening Event
Maker of large additive and subtractive machines adds capacity in Rockford, Illinois.
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To Scale Additive Manufacturing, Separate Design and Production
Spokbee’s online marketplace is designed to ease the launch and sale of customizable, 3D printed products. Its flexibility comes from cloud-based CAD and a distributed network of service bureaus for production.
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Video: 3D Printing Paired with Plastics Joining
Conventional 3D printing wisdom is to combine as many components as possible into one 3D printed piece. Plastics joining technology expert Extol illustrates the benefits that come from printing in many pieces instead.
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