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Space exploration and additive manufacturing (AM) are accelerating rapidly. SpaceX was able to reach orbital velocity with its latest starship launch, providing beautiful imagery upon its reentry. Rocket Lab had its 45th launch, with 22 additional launches planned for this year, and the first metal 3D printer installation on the International Space Station (ISS). With these accomplishments achieved, where will AM fit into our space journey's future?
To find out, Host Fabian Alefeld ventures into the final frontier with a space roundtable with an all-star panel, featuring Paul Gradl, Principal Engineer at NASA, Myles Keefer, Manager of Additive Manufacturing at Rocket Lab, Eliana Fu, Industry Manager of Aerospace & Medical at TRUMPF, and Advenit Makaya, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at the European Space Research and Technology Centre of the European Space Agency.
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Key takeaways:
[2:28] Additive manufacturing is a critical component of space exploration.
[5:50] Common additive manufacturing challenges in space applications.
[10:57] Additive manufacturing adoption in Europe.
[13:28] Challenges of materials development today, and in the future.
[26:16] How to leverage additive manufacturing for new innovative projects.
[40:30] Machine manufacturer pain points and challenges.
[51:48] What is driving additive innovation in Europe?
[1:00:17] How to inspire a new generation of manufacturing engineers.
Resource Links:
Rocket Lab: rocketlabusa.com
TRUMPF: trumpf.com
SpaceX: spacex.com
NASA: nasa.gov
European Space Agency: https://www.esa.int/
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Space exploration and additive manufacturing (AM) are accelerating rapidly. SpaceX was able to reach orbital velocity with its latest starship launch, providing beautiful imagery upon its reentry. Rocket Lab had its 45th launch, with 22 additional launches planned for this year, and the first metal 3D printer installation on the International Space Station (ISS). With these accomplishments achieved, where will AM fit into our space journey's future?
To find out, Host Fabian Alefeld ventures into the final frontier with a space roundtable with an all-star panel, featuring Paul Gradl, Principal Engineer at NASA, Myles Keefer, Manager of Additive Manufacturing at Rocket Lab, Eliana Fu, Industry Manager of Aerospace & Medical at TRUMPF, and Advenit Makaya, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer at the European Space Research and Technology Centre of the European Space Agency.
Comments about the show or wish to share your AM journey? Contact us at additive.snack@eos-na.com. The Additive Snack Podcast is brought to you by EOS.
Key takeaways:
[2:28] Additive manufacturing is a critical component of space exploration.
[5:50] Common additive manufacturing challenges in space applications.
[10:57] Additive manufacturing adoption in Europe.
[13:28] Challenges of materials development today, and in the future.
[26:16] How to leverage additive manufacturing for new innovative projects.
[40:30] Machine manufacturer pain points and challenges.
[51:48] What is driving additive innovation in Europe?
[1:00:17] How to inspire a new generation of manufacturing engineers.
Resource Links:
Rocket Lab: rocketlabusa.com
TRUMPF: trumpf.com
SpaceX: spacex.com
NASA: nasa.gov
European Space Agency: https://www.esa.int/
#futureisadditive #responsiblemanufacturing #3Dprinting
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![Life-Changing Reconstructive Surgeries Made Possible by Metal 3D Printing | Additive Snack Podcast
It is common to hear about productivity, materials, and laser power in additive manufacturing (AM). But stories are rarely heard about the lives being changed because of this technology. Innovation in AM is not just about technology. It is about transforming lives and creating a better future for people.
Host Fabian Alefeld speaks with Princess Moshoana, a South African woman whose life was forever changed by a violent act and then restored through the marvels of AM and Dr. Gerrie Booysen, a leading figure in AM and Director of the Centre for Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing at the Central University of Technology. Together, they share a journey of recovery and groundbreaking advancements in medical industrial 3D printing.
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Key Takeaways:
[1:31] Princess recounts the violent crime that left her physically and emotionally unable to smile.
[7:11] Dr. Gerrie Booysen explains the history of the Centre for Rapid Prototyping and how they began 3D-printed patient-specific implants.
[11:06] The arduous process chain of creating, implanting, and reconstructing Princess’ jaw with an AM printed part.
[13:37] How additive manufacturing helped Princess regain her hopes and dreams.
[15:14] The many ways AM devices and reconstructive surgery can meet the tremendous needs of South Africans.
Resource Link: https://crpm.co.za/
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![Advancements in Cutting-Edge AM Research from Ohio State University | Additive Snack Podcast
Imagine printing a car part for the racing industry as your first additive manufacturing (AM) project, earning a process engineer position with Honda Aerospace, and following that up by becoming the AM technology leader at Ohio State University. This is the inspiring story of today’s guest.
Joining host Fabian Alefeld is Ben DiMarco, AM Technology Leader and Principal Engineer at Ohio State University’s Center for Design and Manufacturing Excellence (CDME). In this conversation, they explore Ben’s contributions to lattice structures, process monitoring, and innovative technologies such as nLIGHT and cold metal fusion. They also touch on Ben’s role and passion for workforce development.
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Key Takeaways:
[1:15] In 2009, Ben’s first printed AM part was a brake fluid reservoir used in the racing industry.
[3:39] Ben describes the key characteristics of lattice structure and its impact on part performance.
[8:18] For the past few years, Ben’s objective has been to create a semi-empirical model for lattice structures.
[17:00] Ben’s vision for how his work will impact the AM industry.
[22:00] An overview of nLIGHT technology and OSU’s beam shaping project.
[32:10] Examples of current and future uses of artificial intelligence in additive manufacturing.
[34:45] OSU’s forthcoming study includes the history and future of cold metal fusion.
[39:20] Ben explains OSU’s CDME workforce development program.
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![3D Printing Offers Opportunity to Custom Bike Designers with Kris Henry | Additive Snack Podcast
Bike enthusiasts understand the importance of quality welds, dynamic suspensions, and low-maintenance bikes. But to have a bike custom designed to their unique specifications is a dream come true. Today’s guest not only builds custom bikes he designs the parts using additive manufacturing (AM).
Today, host Fabian Alefeld speaks with the owner and founder of 44 Bikes, Kris Henry, and EOS’ Spencer Thompson. Kris shares his passion for creating custom bikes and describes how he uses the design and supply chain aspects of AM to make handcrafted custom bikes accessible to a larger user group. Spencer offers insights into the state of AM adoption by small business owners, highlights the partnership opportunities available to manufacturers, and shares the hurdles independent builders face in the AM space.
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Key Takeaways:
[2:11] 44 Bikes was born of Kris’ love of bicycles and his passion for designing things.
[8:48] The benefits of additive manufacturing in building custom bicycles.
[20:07] 3D printing offers small shop owners and bike enthusiasts a whole new level of design.
[26:29] Supply chain challenges and speed to market increase AM adoption in small businesses.
[34:22] When only a few parts are needed, finding manufacturers to partner with is a big hurdle.
[36:03] The lack of protocols or universal standards for additive manufacturing creates a huge learning curve for independent builders.
Resources Link:
44 Bikes: https://www.44bikes.com/
Spencer Thompsons LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencersthompson/
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