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This Report shows how tools like artificial intelligence, digital twins, and on-demand manufacturing are no longer emerging concepts, but are already delivering measurable impact across the product lifecycle.
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Taking inspiration from nature, researchers from Princeton Engineering have improved crack resistance in concrete components by coupling architected designs with additive manufacturing processes and industrial robots that can precisely control materials deposition.
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Soft lithography creates three-dimensional patterns and structures at the microscale and nanoscale levels. Unlike photolithography, a fabrication technique used by the semiconductor industry, soft lithography produces microfluidic devices, microarrays, and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS).
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Choosing between 3D printing and injection molding is one of the key decisions in product development—especially in case of prototyping.
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Taking inspiration from nature, researchers from Princeton Engineering have improved crack resistance in concrete components by coupling architected designs with additive manufacturing processes and industrial robots that can precisely control materials deposition.
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Soft lithography creates three-dimensional patterns and structures at the microscale and nanoscale levels. Unlike photolithography, a fabrication technique used by the semiconductor industry, soft lithography produces microfluidic devices, microarrays, and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS).
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Engineers, procurement managers, and other manufacturing professionals can streamline procurement and enhance productivity through FACTUREE's vision to simplify sourcing, reduce complexity, and save valuable time and resources by providing a single point of contact.
To help customers get even more uptime, develop parts faster or create emergency spare parts, Krones turned to 3D printing. With the use of UltiMaker 3D printers, prototypes were able to be produced in a day, or even in hours in some cases.
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The ASA glass transition temperature is around 100°C. This makes it slightly easier to print than ABS, while it is also better for outdoor applications due to its good UV resistance.
Henkel Adhesive Technologies holds leading market positions worldwide in the industrial and consumer business. As a global leader in the adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings markets, Henkel has developed a large material portfolio of LOCTITE® conductive inks ...
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Being first to finish is always top of the agenda, especially when getting your product to market. Those extra moments with less competition could make or break a brand and/or its product.
