AM is used in everything from aerospace and automotive to consumer products. But some of the earliest and most significant applications are in healthcare. To this end, the theme of this month’s Manufacturing Engineering is medical machining.
With the rapid pace of digitalization, operations are becoming faster and leaner than ever.
Additive manufacturing (AM) markets are estimated to have grown 13.5% to $14.7 billion in 2023.
The new material is aimed at streamlining production processes and ultimately reducing costs.
Augmented reality makes new robot startups easier and faster, the company says.
There are two ways to tackle the skilled labor shortage: automate wherever possible or encourage a new generation to consider the manufacturing industry. Bowden Manufacturing of Ohio does both, with the help of industry partners such as Absolute Machine Tools.
A few not-so-tall tales of how machine shops gain a competitive edge through automation
Applications and new players are on the rise, but challenges remain—including financial concerns.
Materials will be subjected to moon dust, low pressure and rapid temperature swings.
A trio of industry experts lend their insights on the latest advances, challenges and opportunities.
