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What if the secret to transforming manufacturing lies in how we print? The answer may lie in a single layer, as the ability to precisely jet valuable materials layer by layer offers a new level of manufacturing freedom.
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In this episode, we explore how researchers have developed an AI system that can watch a 3D print as it's being made, detect mistakes, and automatically correct them before the print fails
Unlock increased productivity with the BigRep ONE.5X, a cutting-edge large-scale FDM 3D printing.
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A live panel on how China, Europe, and the US are building, certifying, and reconciling additive manufacturing standards, and where those approaches still don't line up.
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What if the secret to transforming manufacturing lies in how we print? The answer may lie in a single layer, as the ability to precisely jet valuable materials layer by layer offers a new level of manufacturing freedom.
Discover the essential role of underwater positioning, and how remotely operated vehicles are advancing accuracy in underwater inspections and surveys.
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When Nikola Tesla predicted we’d have handheld phones that could display videos, photographs, and more, his musings seemed like a distant dream. Nearly 100 years later, smartphones are like an extra appendage for many of us.
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Seals are one of the most critical elements in a pneumatic system. They’re designed to prevent air or gases from leaking out so that the system always maintains the necessary pressure. A fully pressurised and airtight system operates more efficiently and is easier to control.
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Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) hold a greater share of business in the manufacturing industry than most people realise. However, they may find it harder to keep up with the technological developments of Industry 4.0.
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Texas A&M researchers will conduct a two-year “jumpstart” project devoted to developing electrified heating technologies.
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