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…systems may be used for manufacturing applications including but not limited to assembling, processing, or prototyping large scale components, material handling, machine/conveyor tending, flexible manufacturing and peg-in-hole insertion-type assembly,” it said. “Static/indexed performance encompasses situations in which the manipulator and A-UGV of a mobile manipulator shall not move simultaneously while physically connected as a single unit.” ASTM said it welcomes…
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…host of valuable advantages for additive manufacturing. These heads are versatile, capable of accommodating a broad spectrum of materials, from PLA (polylactic acid), PETG (polyethylene terephthalate glycol), TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), and ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene) to metals, enabling their application across diverse industries. Renowned for their precision, 3D printing heads can meticulously create objects in the X, Y, and Z…
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…and services to over 40,000 manufacturing, material handling, supply chain, and logistics professionals from around the globe seeking productivity improvements for their operations. The Automate Show will be held May 12-15 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EDT Monday through Wednesday, and until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. Registration is free. The Automate Conference will be held from 8:00 a.m. to…
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…with NASA, Raymond Deplazes, Autodesk's Manufacturing & Research PR, writes, “NASA’s Swamp Works lab is experimenting with 3D-printing habitable structures using a process called robotic extrusion, and a composite material made up of loose sediment (soil, dust, broken rock, etc.) and recycled plastic. The sediment, known as regolith, can be widely found on Earth, other planets, the moon, and even…
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…been following the development of additive manufacturing (AM) systems focused on the electronics industry, you’ve heard about Nano Dimension. In 2012, the company began developing its dual-material DragonFly system for 3D-printing prototype multi-layer printed circuit boards (PCBs). The approach combines inkjet technology with 3D printing using proprietary nanotechnology-based conductive and dielectric inks. Users are able to produce their own complex,…
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…software suite for modeling complex manufacturing machines and forming processes. Rewritten throughout for increased efficiency and ease of use, Forming Version 16 also offers various new features and enhancements for building robust simulation models. The new geometry data check feature allows users to identify simulation error as well as check their position within the geometry. This new model data can…
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Nano Dimension Ltd., an additive electronics provider, has received a grant approval from the Israel Innovation Authority for developing hardware, in cooperation with Harris Corporation, that will fly on the International Space Station (ISS) and communicate with Harris’ ground-based satellite tracking station in Florida. This project will provide a systematic analysis of 3D printed materials for radio frequency (RF) space…
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…of its product development and manufacturing processes, Ford is pursuing a pilot project to jump-start the design of tools and fixtures, including making it easier for plant floor workers to produce components on their own without help from experienced experts. Ford’s Cologne, Germany, pilot plant maintains a small-scale manufacturing line, which develops cars years before they go into production. As…
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…manufacturers gather for the AeroDef Manufacturing Conference (April 29-May 1), produced by the Society for Manufacturing Engineers (SME). A growing area of interest for the attendees is the deployment of digital twins—not just for objects, such as jet engines and helicopters, but also for entire factories, plants, and processes. Exhibitors such as JR Automation and Siemens highlight the technologies available…
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…innovation and experimentation in design manufacturing. “I discovered Weerg on Facebook, a very innovative service,” says Nenert. “I used it several times to print in 3D, both prototypes and final products. The prices are competitive compared to traditional services; moreover, I really appreciate the online quote system in real time, its ease of use and the speed of delivery.” Nenert…
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…just launched a new AM (additive manufacturing) workflow management software, dubbed ZAP, powered by AI and ML (machine learning). “The automated workflow platform integrates disparate 3D printer systems, frees users of risk for future technology integrations, and eliminates costs for system migration, deployment, and upgrades. This makes the new ZAP platform the ideal solution for advanced manufacturing factories that are…
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…to rethink product development, hybrid manufacturing and end-use production, company says. Additionally, the company launched Fuse Sift, a post-processing system for the Fuse 1, and Nylon 12 Powder, Formlabs’ first powder material for Fuse 1, to provide users with an end-to-end SLS workflow. The Fuse 1 and Fuse Sift improve on the advantages offered by SLS, while bringing it within…
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…on demand will drive new manufacturing and supply chain efficiencies for customers, leading to reduced lead times and part costs, as well as eliminating the need for costly inventory. Available today, Markforged provides an easy and fast way to produce geometrically complex copper with high electrical and thermal conductivity. “Copper powers our world. It’s everywhere. It builds our cars, enables…
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…Honeywell Aerospace, a user of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies with knowledge across various platforms and applications, have announced a partnership to qualify VELO3D’s Sapphire system as a manufacturing platform for 3D print production of aircraft components. The Sapphire system was selected for its capabilities for building complex geometries without the requirement of support structures. The VELO3D Sapphire system will be…
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…the wider ecosystem of the manufacturing industry and global economy. “The supply chain is undergoing almost unparalleled levels of change,” said Simon Ellis, program vice president, Global Supply Chain Strategies. “The older measures, productivity, quality, and service still apply of course, but we now see the specter of digital transformation poised to change everything. Whether the way that manufacturers and…
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