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SME Media Industry Reports Additive Manufacturing Industry Report 2023 Additive Manufacturing Industry Report

2023 Additive Manufacturing Industry Report

The 2023 edition of SME’s Additive Manufacturing Industry Report explores the future of AM as the industry transitions to mainstream production applications. In addition to insights from dozens of industry experts and leaders, this year’s report includes the results of SME’s first-ever cross-sector industry survey and forecasts from top analysts. Read on to learn more about the latest advances, opportunities and trends.
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Overview

  • Youngstown Innovation Hub Seeks White Papers
    PRESS RELEASES

    Youngstown Innovation Hub Seeks White Papers

    PRESS RELEASE: Youngstown Innovation Hub January 14, 2026
    YOUNGSTOWN, OH — The Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, in collaboration with the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM), is seeking technical White Papers in response to a project call focused on IP Generation & Technology Development.
  • How the Dignity Act Could Ease Manufacturing’s Hiring Struggles
    NEWS DESK

    How the Dignity Act Could Ease Manufacturing’s Hiring Struggles

    John Dorer, CEO, EB3.Work January 14, 2026
    Manufacturing is the backbone of the American economy, but in recent years the industry has struggled mightily to fill the roles that keep its engines churning.
  • Ford: Future $30,000 Truck to Offer 'Eyes-Off' Driving
    NEWS DESK

    Ford: Future $30,000 Truck to Offer 'Eyes-Off' Driving

    Michael McConnell January 14, 2026
    By 2028, Ford will offer eyes-off autonomous driving on a vehicle that uses Ford Motor Co.’s upcoming “universal EV platform.”

Outlook

  • Youngstown Innovation Hub Seeks White Papers
    PRESS RELEASES

    Youngstown Innovation Hub Seeks White Papers

    PRESS RELEASE: Youngstown Innovation Hub January 14, 2026
    YOUNGSTOWN, OH — The Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, in collaboration with the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM), is seeking technical White Papers in response to a project call focused on IP Generation & Technology Development.
  • How the Dignity Act Could Ease Manufacturing’s Hiring Struggles
    NEWS DESK

    How the Dignity Act Could Ease Manufacturing’s Hiring Struggles

    John Dorer, CEO, EB3.Work January 14, 2026
    Manufacturing is the backbone of the American economy, but in recent years the industry has struggled mightily to fill the roles that keep its engines churning.
  • Ford: Future $30,000 Truck to Offer 'Eyes-Off' Driving
    NEWS DESK

    Ford: Future $30,000 Truck to Offer 'Eyes-Off' Driving

    Michael McConnell January 14, 2026
    By 2028, Ford will offer eyes-off autonomous driving on a vehicle that uses Ford Motor Co.’s upcoming “universal EV platform.”

Techview

  • Youngstown Innovation Hub Seeks White Papers
    PRESS RELEASES

    Youngstown Innovation Hub Seeks White Papers

    PRESS RELEASE: Youngstown Innovation Hub January 14, 2026
    YOUNGSTOWN, OH — The Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace & Defense, in collaboration with the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM), is seeking technical White Papers in response to a project call focused on IP Generation & Technology Development.
  • How the Dignity Act Could Ease Manufacturing’s Hiring Struggles
    NEWS DESK

    How the Dignity Act Could Ease Manufacturing’s Hiring Struggles

    John Dorer, CEO, EB3.Work January 14, 2026
    Manufacturing is the backbone of the American economy, but in recent years the industry has struggled mightily to fill the roles that keep its engines churning.
  • Ford: Future $30,000 Truck to Offer 'Eyes-Off' Driving
    NEWS DESK

    Ford: Future $30,000 Truck to Offer 'Eyes-Off' Driving

    Michael McConnell January 14, 2026
    By 2028, Ford will offer eyes-off autonomous driving on a vehicle that uses Ford Motor Co.’s upcoming “universal EV platform.”