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Featured Technical Communities

NAMRI Community

NAMRI, the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME, is a global nexus of leading researchers, industry experts, and academic innovators. We're dedicated to advancing the scientific foundation of discrete-parts manufacturing, shaping a future defined by excellence and collaboration.
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Additive Manufacturing Technical Community

Welcome to the Additive Manufacturing Technical Community—a collective focused on technologies and processes that accelerate the conception, development, testing, improvement, and cost-effective manufacturing of innovative products. Join us as we explore advancements that propel ideas to market swiftly and efficiently.
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Awards & Competitions

Explore SME's Awards and Competitions, a tribute to impactful contributions in the manufacturing industry. Submit a Nomination or participate in a competition! Celebrate excellence and innovation in the manufacturing industry by recognizing and honoring its valuable leaders.
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NAMRI | SME’s annual conference, the North American Manufacturing Research Conference (NAMRC), is a prominent international forum for the presentation and discussion of technical innovations and manufacturing research.
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Manufacturing R&D Insights

Optimistic Uncertainty

November 27, 2024
Despite numerous short-term challenges, the long-term outlook for the global manufacturing industry is positive, according to market intelligence firm Interact Analysis (IA). The company’s latest quarterly Manufacturing Industry Output Tracker report released in September forecasted an uptick of 0.6% for 2024, with “more substantial growth” expected in 2025 and beyond.
By Steve Plumb

Building the Workforce of the Future

November 26, 2024
Manufacturing and engineering environments are experiencing a transformative period, where factors like global supply chain disruptions, rapid innovations like digital twin technology and advancements with artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping traditional operations.
By Dora Smith - Senior Director, Global Academic & Startup Strategy, Siemens Digital Industries Software