Not Your Father’s Assembly Line

Posted on October 18th, 2017 by Ken Klapproth in New Materials & Applications

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Would Henry Ford be more amazed by the technological complexity of contemporary automobiles or that of the contemporary assembly lines which produce them? Continue reading “Not Your Father’s Assembly Line” »

Make America Make Again

Posted on October 11th, 2017 by Ken Klapproth in New Materials & Applications

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Even the most innovative idea will remain just that if no one figures out how to make it. National Manufacturing Day encourages the next generation of makers. Continue reading “Make America Make Again” »

3D Print Sand for Structures on the Cheap

Posted on October 4th, 2017 by Ken Klapproth in New Materials & Applications

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When your cool new generative design optimizes load bearing versus material but is cost prohibitive to 3D print in metal, think sand. Continue reading “3D Print Sand for Structures on the Cheap” »

A Brighter, Greener Future for Chemistry

Posted on October 3rd, 2017 by Christina Valimaki in Chemical R&D

There’s probably not a buzzier buzz word across all industries right now than “green,” and the chemical industry is no exception. Continue reading “A Brighter, Greener Future for Chemistry” »

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