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3D Printed “Smart Particles” Promise Revolutionary Micro Structures
Posted on January 9th, 2018 by Chris Walker in Chemical Manufacturing Excellence
Picture for a moment a pile of bricks, where each brick could be somehow programmed to intelligently self-assemble with the others. As you’d imagine, making a complex structure like a house or a castle with technology like this would be a trivial task. Continue reading “3D Printed “Smart Particles” Promise Revolutionary Micro Structures” »
Europe petchem players upbeat but face digital challenges
Posted on November 9th, 2017 by Nigel Davis in Chemicals Industry News and Analysis
European petrochemical industry players were upbeat at the 51st European Petrochemical Association (EPCA) meeting in Berlin at the beginning of October.
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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” »
