AMT Tech Trends: Recent Episodes
Benjamin Moses & Stephen LaMarca
Ben and Steve discuss the latest manufacturing research and news. We are constantly researching technologies that will transform the manufacturing industry. Powered by The Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT).
Travis and Steve will dive into some of the most important trends shaping the future of manufacturing, including insights from Hexagon’s 2025 State of Manufacturing Survey, technology adoption, automation and AI, and workforce development. They’ll also explore real-world examples of how manufacturers are modernizing operations, attracting skilled talent, and leveraging technology to stay competitive.
The Tech Friends recover from their long Memorial Day weekend, share what they did, and rejoice that the band is finally back together. Elissa reports that, of all companies, Chuck E. Cheese has a growing involvement in the STEM field before she introduces guest, Chris Luecke. He passes on his insights into the workforce, career fulfillment in engineering, and what technologies manufacturers are getting value from, as well as his takeaways from interviewing AI agents.
"Steve and Ben bring back a classic Tech Trends podcast banter topic: home automation and how to avoid doing yard work. Ramia introduces Travis, the MC of Hexagon live, while Steve introduces Jim Mayer, manufacturing influencer and Steve's sim racing bitter rival. Jim covers the rapid changes sweeping through industry and the top four technologies manufacturers are adopting, including the invaluable new tool that is AI."
Episode 136 of Tech Trends, Ramia Lloyd and Benjamin Moses welcome Nikki Gonzales (Automation Ladies, Wintec HMI) and Travis Egan (AMT) for a fast-paced chat on AI, digital twins, and leadership in modern manufacturing. Plus, a sneak peek at what's ahead at Hexagon Live Global 2025.
Episode 134: Steve and Ben share their observations, insights, and takeaways from ProMat2025. Stephen provides a testbed update and a realization that robot programming is easy… until you have to program the robot to physically interact with another thing. Ben shines a light on the disconnect between executives and AI versus regular staff and AI. Steve closes with good news: US manufacturing output accelerated in February.
Episode 133: Elissa dives straight in with 3D printing 4D materials. The team voices their loathing of daylight savings. Steve wonders how it’s 2025 and hot dogs are still not the appropriate length with respect to the buns. Ben shares his excitement for machine/robot programming becoming literally more hands-on. Steve closes with actual AI in gaming.
Episode 132: The Tech Friends open with older movies they’d like to see remade with some of the same actors and producers. Steve then goes on a long tangent waxing poetic about cars while desperately trying to relate it back to manufacturing technology… and failing. Elissa reports on the implementation of AI in 911 dispatch. Ben closes with somehow employing additive manufacturing for subtractive toolpath optimization.
Episode 131: Ben and Steve report back on their trip to SHOT Show 2025. Ben hard transitions to asking about Steve’s first experience with Pilates. Elissa announces that the AMT Tech Trends podcast has been placed as the #14 podcast in the manufacturing industry. Steve takes a stab at the difference between generative versus agentic AI. Elissa says the Army is getting into barracks 3D printing. Benjamin closes with more humanoid robots. Like a lot.
Episode 130: Steve kicks things off, blabbing about headphones and the latest audiophile nonsense to come out of CES, then goes on about some testbed developments. Ben talks about OpenAI’s humanoid robotics triggering Stephen sparking a discussion about the overhype of humanoids and how we should really be looking at exoskeletons. Elissa closes us out with a call for accountability.
Episode 129: Steve shares some updates with the testbed’s vision system. The Tech Friends discuss how to handle the snow and their 2025 goals. Elissa reports Italy’s efforts in 3D printing using marble waste. Stephen is sad about Crucible going out of business. Benjamin is excited about Nvidia’s latest evolutionary silicon.
Episode 128: The Tech Friends discuss their favorite holiday movies and shows. Elissa is hopeful for the future of space travel… once heat shields are squared away. Benjamin reports on video generation powered by AI LLMs. Stephen raises concerns over excessive energy consumption by AI.
Episode 127: Ben and Steve both have some interesting testbed updates and conclude that having a solid in-house IT team on hand is vital for implementing new OT (operational technology) systems. The tech friends lighten things up by reflecting on their Thanksgiving and what they did with their leftovers. Afterward, Benjamin talks about interleaved hybrid manufacturing processes and beam shaping. Stephen closes with China’s export ban of superhard materials to the US.
Episode 126: Steve immediately kicks it off with a listicle regarding the ten most disruptive 3D printers in history. The tech friends then discuss sandwiches and augmented reality glasses. Steve also reports that Georgia Tech has a replica of the AMT testbed to co-develop automation solutions with/for AMT. Benjamin shares that the Perplexity CEO offers to replace the NYTs striking workers with AI. Elissa closes with Apple’s offer of $1M to whoever can hack them.
Episode 125: The testbed has a new computer, and it was built in-house! The tech friends discuss and the death of door-to-door trick-or-treating. Elissa reports on Hershey’s multi-million dollar investment in supply chain development. Steve shares some numbers from the 2024 IFR World Robotics report. Ben closes with his hot take on the new McLaren W1 hypercar.
Episode 124: It’s been a minute since IMTS 2024 and the last formal episode, so the Tech Friends kick things off with a lively discussion over… wait, Steve kicks things off with a testbed update! Then a lively discussion breaks out with topics ranging from corporate lingo that needs to die to a new derogatory term for robots and then feelings on autonomous passenger vehicles. Steve then attempts to explain NPUs. Ben talks about inspection. Elissa closes by listing the top 15 countries in 3D printing.
Episode 123: The Tech Friends kick things off with a lively discussion over EVs versus hybrids and battery alternatives such as capacitors, flywheels, and hydrogen. Steve announces his first two successful and reliable robot arm programs. Elissa says NASA is sending gardeners to space. Ben thinks mobile robots need more computers. Stephen closes with what happened to Craftsman tools.
Episode 122: The Tech Friends are ready for IMTS 2024 and can’t wait to be back in Chicago. Stephen has evolved into a roboticist, at least he thinks he has. Elissa reports that Wall Street doesn’t think AI will ever make money. Benjamin and Steve discuss the full speed ahead popularity in humanoid robotics. Elissa closes with why AI will never be sentient.
Episode 121: The Tech Friends are wrapping up their pre-IMTS vacations. Stephen announces a few testbed updates before handing it off to Ben who emphasizes the importance of data architecture in manufacturing. Steve then geeks out about Kawasaki’s steaming hot hydrogen-powered and supercharged motorcycle. Elissa closes with her fascination with the AI-powered surveillance and security implemented at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Episode 119: The Tech Friends miss bread garages and want them back! Stephen is excited about 3D-printed flow-through suppressors… for leaf blowers! Steve also has testbed updates! Ben has some disagreements regarding the U.S. robot roadmap. Elissa reports on some metal 3D printing IN SPACE aboard the ISS. Finally, Stephen closes with an announcement that he’s got word on a manufacturing domain-specific LLM on the way!
Episode 117: Ramia is back from her travels in Japan, and the tech friends pick her brain about the trip and, most importantly, the culinary experience. Steve has testbed updates: things are happening slowly but surely. Ben shares some insights from a recently published government report on the 2023 U.S. manufacturing industry. Stephen didn’t appreciate a clickbaity title from a NASA article. Lastly, Elissa reports that NASA has a new Chief AI Officer.
Episode 117: Speaking of amusement parks last episode, the tech friends will be at MFG in Orlando this year for a live podcast! Stephen finishes up testbed updates he forgot to mention in the last episode, then reports that there is a new, next level to generative AI. Ben gets into machine learning for robots. Elissa shares a new found excitement for robot vision ad object recognition.Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-rad…o-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 116: The gang shares their love for amusement parks and roller coasters. Stephen is happy to announce that there are a lot of testbed updates. Elissa presents further evidence that Elon Musk is dumb. Steve reports that cobots butcher your common grocery store ribs. Ben closes with an allegedly new method of 3D printing.Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-rad…o-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 115: The gang talks about dogs and other furry friends. Steve has some updates on the testbed. Elissa reports that Japan’s about to land on the moon. Ben discusses stainless steel corrosion. Stephen closes with an “ICYMI” on everything we may have missed with the Boeing situation.Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-rad…o-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Steve talks about jarred tomato sauce and hardware store struggles. Elissa reports on Boeing’s purchase of Spirit AeroSystems (not to be confused with the airlines). Stephen found out what the next milsurp machine tool is. Ben discusses measurement in the movies. Elissa closes with a New Jersey First Robotics team that’s saving dying languages.
Episode 113: The team discusses what works and what doesn’t with the sales of Girl Scout Cookies. Elissa and Steve debate automotive headlight technology. Steve has testbed updates but doesn’t know what robot singularities are, but he tries. Ben shares the U.S. government's success with AM. Ramia shares her excitement as the team’s new studio is coming together! Elissa talks about how women could get burnt out in STEM.
Episode 112: The Tech Frends reintroduce themselves, the purpose of this podcast, and walk through each of their backgrounds laying out how they got where they are today. Steve gets on his soapbox about purchase orders and how the archaic means of acquisition is a waste of resources. Elissa shares how Wisconsin has discovered how to 3D print brain tissue. Ben closes us out with some words about project management.Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-rad…o-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Ramia shares her excitement as the team’s new studio is coming together! Steve notes that Modern Machine Shop has been on a roll for the last few months releasing banger after banger article. Elissa discusses the importance of STEM and its importance to our planet's future. Ben closes with an attempt to redefine robotics programming.
Episode 110: The team discusses tool kits and power tool ecosystems. Stephen has a testbed update: the robot has been bolted down. Elissa has some words about Boeing. Benjamin is gung ho about defense 3D printing.Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-rad…o-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 109: In this holiday episode of the TechTrends podcast, Ramia Lloyd, Elissa Davis, Benjamin Moses, and Stephen LaMarca share their individual families holiday traditions. Elissa shares an article on recycling metals into metal AM powders. Ben says the Italians have enabled robots to recognize hand gestures. Stephen closes with his speculations as to why Lucid is being removed from the Nasdaq 100 Index.Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-rad…o-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 108: In this episode of the TechTrends podcast, Ramia Lloyd, Elissa Davis, and Benjamin Moses get to the bottom of where the heck Stephen LaMarca’s been! Elissa shares an article on 3D printing in the human body using ultrasound. Ben thinks venture capitalists actually know something about robotics. Stephen closes with noise-canceling CNC machines.Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-rad…o-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
In this episode of the TechTrends podcast, Ramia Lloyd, Elissa Davis, and Benjamin Moses share personal anecdotes and plans for Thanksgiving, and they discuss interesting articles on tactile sensors for robots and the use of 3D-printed homes to address Colorado's housing crisis.Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-rad…o-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 106: Elissa fills us in on NASA’a robo bees and upcoming travel. Ben says NASA’s testing 3D printed rocket nozzels made out of aluminium that don’t melt. Steve was recently quoted as a professional, also that AM isn’t dead… yet. Elissa closes with Amazon’s new robot workers.-https://www.voxelmatters.com/nasa-tests-3d-printed-aluminum-rocket-engine-nozzle/-https://3dprint.com/304204/rip-3d-printing-1987-2023-complexity-is-expensive-d/-https://technologymagazine.com/articles/amazon-trials-humanoid-warehouse-robots-to-support-workforceConnect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 104: Steve kicks things off with a debriefing of MTForcast and a visit to Clemson University. Elissa shares a story on 3D-printed organs. Stephen gets excited over robot vision for QA/QC in the automotive industry. Benjamin closes with the latest innovations in metal manufacturing plus some sweet sweet MQL!-https://interestingengineering.com/ie-originals/ie-explainer/season-4/ep-27-can-3d-printed-organs-solve-the-worldwide-organ-shortage-problem-https://www.mmsonline.com/articles/eliminating-automotive-ppm-with-automated-visual-inspection-https://businessnewsthisweek.com/business/what-are-the-latest-innovations-in-metal-manufacturing/Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 103: Steve starts with some corrections and clarifications from the previous episode, announces the testbed has a new cobot, and the LEGO is continuing their efforts for oil-free bricks. Elissa talks about NASA’a asteroid sample. Ben closes with the Navy’s efforts to 3D print submarines. -https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/lego-abandons-effort-make-oil-free-bricks-ft-2023-09-24/-https://www.reuters.com/science/nasas-first-asteroid-sample-parachutes-into-utah-desert-2023-09-24/-https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/25/world/brian-may-osiris-rex-asteroid-sample-bennu-scn-intl-scli/index.html-https://www.naval-technology.com/news/us-naval-industry-integrates-3d-printing/Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 102: Ben and Steve share stories and takeaways from recent travel, including Oak Ridge National Lab, FABTECH, and the Outer Banks. Benjamin shares NVIDIA’s take on the impact of generative AI in robotics. Stephen is peeved by good technology that’s been given a snake oil name. Ben closes with collaborative robot fiber placement.-https://gameishard.gg/news/robobusiness-nvidia-to-discuss-role-of-generative-ai-in-robotics/147661/-https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/axtra3d-launches-new-3d-printing-technology-to-eliminate-sla-and-dlp-trade-offs-224462/-https://www.compositesworld.com/news/dlr-develops-safe-flexible-workspaces-for-robot-assisted-manual-drapingConnect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 101: Ben and Steve discuss the precision and accuracy of “just eyeballin’ it” and torque wrench etiquette. Benjamin gets in-depth on cold spray additive manufacturing. Stephen gets excited over Thermwood’s new additive technique that uses old subtractive technology. Ben shares his favorite three R&D award winners of 2023. Steve gets excited over a desk.
Episode 100: Ramia and Elissa introduce the 100th episode! Ben and Steve discuss the podcast journey and declare their love for AI. Benjamin says there’s a lot the robotics industry can learn from the AV industry. Stephen geeks out over a mass spectrometer… again. Ben thinks on only thing exciting about 5G is its non-public application. Steve closes with how to break AI and what should be done to prevent it from failing.
- https://www.globalvillagespace.com/tech/5-lessons-robotics-founders-can-learn-from-av-industry-techcrunch/
- https://www.exuminstruments.com/massbox
- https://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/why-private-5g-is-key-to-industry-4-0/
- https://flipboard.com/article/hypnotized-chatgpt-and-bard-create-malicious-code-offer-bad-advice/f-54e2010d6c%2Fgizmodo.com
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Episode 99: Ben and Steve share their adventures in home improvement and find their results illuminating. Benjamin reports that some additive parts made by Pratt & Whitney are under the spotlight. Stephen says affordable robots will take the manufacturing industry mainstream. Ben announces more DoD contracts with AM companies. Steve says large manufacturing companies are buying more cobots. Benjamin closes with potential for cobot day laborers.
- https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/pw-new-a320neo-family-issue
- https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2023-07-25/pwc-pt6-hits-500-million-flight-hours
- https://nypost.com/2023/07/25/this-mini-robot-arm-is-92-off/
- https://www.voxelmatters.com/phase3d-awarded-1-25m-us-air-force-contract/
- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/voices/five-reasons-larger-companies-are-turning-to-cobots/?frmapp=yes
- https://www.mbtmag.com/best-practices/article/22868200/cobots-take-on-dull-dirty-dangerous-jobs
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Episode 98: Ben and Steve discuss the significance of EVs in motorsports. Benjamin found something about a study on consumer packaged goods. Stephen says some comedians are suing AI. Ben reports that Australia is embracing AM more than ever. Steve closes with his support for AI. - https://www.smartindustry.com/benefits-of-transformation/business-transformation/news/33008012/study-rockwell-automation-finds-consumer-packaged-goods-leaders-accelerate-digital-transformation - https://fortune.com/2023/07/10/sarah-silverman-openai-meta-lawsuit-authors-training-material/ - https://www.manmonthly.com.au/embracing-additive-to-move-forward-markforged/ - https://www.sciencealert.com/ai-robots-admit-theyd-run-earth-better-than-clouded-humans Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/events Discover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcast Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/ Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcast For the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources Produced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 97: Ben gets nerdy about tax code. Steve fell into an Inconel rabbit hole and says testbed content is in the works. Benjamin reports industrial automation and robotics is becoming more affordable and accessible. Still, Stephen is afraid it isn’t. Ben concludes that AM is the only way to produce rocket engines. Steve says the US plans to slow China’s AI development. - https://www.forbes.com/sites/ethankarp/2023/06/27/how-the-robotics-business-model-is-shifting-to-meet-manufacturers-where-theyre-at/?sh=3bcaeae574b2 - https://www.wlkata.com/ - https://www.tctmagazine.com/additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-industry-insights/aerospace-insights/the-cutting-edge-additive-manufacturing-liquid-rocket-engine/ - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/us-considering-restrictions-ai-chip-223319444.html Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/events Discover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcast Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/ Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcast For the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources Produced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 95: Ben and Steve share their business life struggles and stressors with travel. Benjamin thinks augmented reality is back and won’t go out without a fight! Stephen announced a new CT scanner on the market but hasn’t yet determined the price point. Will it be a top-of-the-line model or on the more accessible side? Speaking of accessibility, Ben and Steve debate the existence of accessible automation.-https://www.unimelb.edu.au/newsroom/news/2023/may/world-first-transparent-augmented-reality-display-opens-possibilities-to-see-digital-content-in-real-time-https://metrology.news/waygate-technologies-announces-new-flagship-ct-scanner/-https://www.technologyreview.com/2019/06/10/135005/anyone-can-program-this-cheap-robot-arm-in-just-15-minutes/Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 94: Ben and Steve declare war on corporate jargon. It needs to stop! Benjamin has joined the hype train on advanced AM polymers. Stephen fires ze missiles… well, Northrop Grumman does from the F/A18. Ben waves the green flag for Hexagon and Hendrick’s NASCAR partnership. Steve shares ChatGPT for dummies.-https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cr0vmFsASMI/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==-https://www.techbriefs.com/component/content/article/tb/pub/features/articles/48095-https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/northrop-grumman-5th-aargm-test-https://www.speedsport.com/nascar/nascar-cup-series/hexagon-hendrick-partner-to-drive-racing-innovation/-https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-chatgpt-brainstorm-ai/Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 93: Ben and Steve don’t make it far through this episode’s agenda. Benjamin gives a debrief of the recent Joint Technology Summit. Stephen shares what he recently learned about table vices, primarily that they are costly, then talks about his visit to the west coast to visit FormAlloy and then the SVR Robot Block Party. Ben discusses the Gartner Hype Cycle for Robotics. Steve gets cut off after blabbing about g-codes.-https://www.amtonline.org/article/the-hype-cycle-for-robotics-https://www.xometry.com/resources/machining/what-is-g-code/Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 92: Ben tries his best to help Steve understand project management, then the two discuss ethics in AI. Benjamin contemplates how to improve industrial robot efficiency using large language models. Stephen is excited about next-gen aramid fibers that can conduct electricity. Ben explains augmented intelligence and its usefulness with QA/QC. Steve has been hearing about metamaterial concrete for ages now; is it more than vaporware?-https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/03/28/can-large-language-models-enhance-efficiency-in-industrial-robotics/?sh=7585b14060af-https://www.newswise.com/articles/next-generation-aramid-fiber-with-electrical-conductivity-https://metrology.news/role-of-augmented-intelligence-in-quality-inspection/-https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/researchers-create-self-sensing-metamaterial-concrete-that-produce-powerConnect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 91: Ben and Steve are excited to go to Automate! Stephen talks about his trip filming in Detroit and the rental car he drove. Benjamin loves clamps but thinks Nano Dimension’s takeover bid for Stratasys isn’t cool. Steve closes with thoughts on companies failing to play nice and follow the rules.-https://www.ctemag.com/news/industry-news/clamping-technology-supports-high-end-parts-production-https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/nano-dimension-launches-1-1-billion-takeover-bid-for-stratasys-221128/-https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/03/13/2625705/0/en/Oqton-and-Baker-Hughes-Enter-Commercial-Agreement-to-Offer-Most-Comprehensive-Software-Suite-for-Production-Scale-Additive-Manufacturing.htmlConnect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 90: Ben and Steve discuss the best hand tools for the job, whether professional, Shadetree, or hobbyist. Stephen also tells us how his soft hands, wimp, can’t play guitar for over fifteen minutes. Benjamin shares his excitement over the nuclear power sector’s use of additive manufacturing. Steve claims handmade is dead; long live advanced manufacturing! Ben thinks GE is betting big on US manufacturing. Stephen concludes that the simplest geometries best serve additive.-https://www.3dnatives.com/en/3d-printing-nuclear-power-sector-020320235/-https://metrology.news/bugatti-metrology-a-balance-between-precision-and-perfection/-https://www.ge.com/news/press-releases/ge-to-invest-over-450-million-in-us-manufacturing-in-2023-0-https://www.tctmagazine.com/additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/latest-additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/relativity-space-secures-faa-launch-license-for-terran-1/Connect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 89: Steve learns that the “MFG” in the MFG Meeting stands for “Manufacturing For Growth” and reports that smart glasses’ viability is still not quite there. Stephen announces that he will be experimenting with ChatGPT to determine if it can be employed effectively as CAM software. Also, Steve will be attending the Silicon Valley Robotics (SVR) Robot Block Party on April 8th! Ben discusses the intersection of AI with additive manufacturing. Stephen introduces wearable soft-robotics as an alternative to exoskeletons, and then Steve closes with machining power.-https://svrobo.org/robot-block-party/-https://www.azom.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=22451-https://designwanted.com/motorskins-metamaterial-changing-people-lives/-https://www.canadianmetalworking.com/canadianmetalworking/article/metalworking/how-much-machining-power-do-you-needConnect with the Manufacturing Industry here https://www.amtonline.org/eventsDiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resourcesProduced by Ramia Lloyd
Episode 88: Those dweebs Ben and Steve talk about wedding bands. Benjamin is excited that robot software and setup are getting easier and more accessible. Stephen shares some detective work about Dior’s new 3D-printed shoe concept. Ben thinks sustainable aircraft could be in our future. Steve closes with a story on how the USMC outsmarted DARPA’s advanced AI and automation.-https://www.automationworld.com/factory/robotics/article/22684320/robot-setup-gets-automated-https://www.designboom.com/design/dior-3d-printed-shoes-carlo-derby-boots-footwear-01-23-2023/?mc_cid=1d0e3dd23d&mc_eid=ba3c35671c-https://www.aero-mag.com/airbus-selects-altair-simsolid-in-zeroe-sustainable-aircraft-initiative-https://youtu.be/t7bCOqDZpJADiscover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 87: Ben and Steve are back from their first work trips of 2023! Benjamin returned from the A3 Business Forum in Orlando, FL, where he organized a committee meeting to discuss the current technological woes of manufacturing. Stephen has returned from SHOT Show in Vegas, where he was a kid in a candy store both personally and professionally, and he managed to enjoy the show while dealing with a nasty sinus infection.Discover the past, present, and future of American manufacturing with https://www.mmsonline.com/madeintheusapodcastExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 86: Steve’s car’s blood (oil) test returned negative for abuse, so more track days will come in 2023! Ben had a blast at the Tech Departments end of year trip to the gun range. Stephen takes back what he said about getting a German robot, they don’t want to sell to us, but at least he has plans for SHOT Show! Benjamin has some manufacturing technology trends to watch out for in 2023! Steve checks if Forbes knows what they’re talking about. Ben fancies some automation trends. Stephen needs to investigate more into design for additive.-https://www.sdcexec.com/sourcing-procurement/manufacturing/article/22617932/ibaset-manufacturing-technology-trends-to-watch-for-in-2023-and-beyond-https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/01/09/5-life-changing-tech-innovations-that-most-people-dont-understand-yet/-https://www.automation.com/en-us/articles/august-2022/top-10-intelligent-automation-trends-look-2023Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
5 CrAzY days of AMT Tech Trends Podcast at IMTS 2022 replays!TecHanukkah Day 5: They made it! Ben’s got a four-letter word on his mind, MARS! Steve concludes that his travel strategies have been a success. Benjamin feels the same; only he wishes he had packed more casual clothes. Stephen talks about some of the incredible people he met at IMTS. Ben starts blabbing about wearable technology again. Steve knows nothing about rhenium. See you at IMTS 2024!Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/For the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
5 CrAzY days of AMT Tech Trends Podcast at IMTS 2022 replays!TecHanukkah Day 4: Ben and Steve (as well as many more AMT friends) have done a tone of booth interviews. Benjamin is still blown away by all the automation at the show. Stephen is jealous that AMRs don’t need a test to be forklift certified. Ben says the DoD wants to use more additive and not just to make wrenches.Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/For the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
5 CrAzY days of AMT Tech Trends Podcast at IMTS 2022 replays!TecHanukkah Day 3: Ben wants to hear about Steve’s adventures around Chicago in the IMTS Rally Fighter. Steve tips the hat to Jacob, who designed the current livery for the Rally Fighter. Benjamin is still staying in but reports that more F1 teams are 3D printing brackets to hold sensors on their cars. Stephen is excited that Optomec brought their hybrid manufacturing cell for repairing F35 titanium blisks to the show.Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/For the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
5 CrAzY days of AMT Tech Trends Podcast at IMTS 2022 replays!TecHanukkah Day 2: Stephen’s been pumping out a ton of video content for IMTS 2022, including a visit to a local Chicago distillery: Koval. Benjamin likes his hotel room and ran the Miles for Manufacturing (M4M) 5K fundraiser. Steve talks for a long time about pizza. Ben tries to change the subject to hypersonics. They close with data waste or “D-waste.”Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/For the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
5 CrAzY days of AMT Tech Trends Podcast at IMTS 2022 replays!TecHanukkah Day 1: Ben and Steve Collect their thoughts after the first day of IMTS 2022 and report on how their tradeshow strategies are working. Stephen claims the IMTS 2022 crowd is the most diverse group of people in the manufacturing industry. Benjamin gets giddy over automation use cases. They can’t decide what they want to see next!Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/For the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 84: Steve is so abusive to his car that he has his oil mass spectrometry analyzed every 30,000 miles. Ben wants to go to the range and shoot. Stephen announces a new robotic arm that he will buy for the testbed and is waiting for a quote. Benjamin and Steve discuss how far the industry has come in 2022 and what they are looking for in 2023.Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 84: Steve opens with his adventure getting his motorcycle suspension tuned and tailored to his weight. Ben introduces the 2022 Oxford dictionary word of the year, then transitions to ultrasonic propulsion, and then the superiority of WiFi 6 over 5G. Stephen applauds Microsoft for testing the Earth’s oceans as a home for our D-waste. Benjamin thinks robot dogs will make great firefighters, but then Steve closes with a controversial soapbox rant about why robots are better for firefights.-https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/04/arts/goblin-mode-oxford-word.html-https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/12/221206105855.htm-https://www.elektormagazine.com/news/white-paper-why-wi-fi-6-goes-hand-in-hand-with-cellular-to-enable-the-hyper-connected-enterprise-future-https://news.microsoft.com/innovation-stories/project-natick-underwater-datacenter/-https://www.wired.com/story/cloud-data-storage-climate/-https://www.syracuse.edu/stories/zhenyu-gan-robots-engineering-computer-science/-https://sfstandard.com/criminal-justice/no-killer-robots-protesters-rage-against-sfpd-and-city-hall/-https://sofrep.com/news/r2fu-robot-used-kill-dallas-police-assassin-attack-dpd-eod-bot/-https://chinalakemuseum.org/nawcwd-firsts-https://americanprecision.org/category/about_page/Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 83: Steve’s solved a steak problem. Ben shares some alternative (read: better) thanksgiving dish ideas. Benjamin then announces that MIT’s solution to a bad algorithm was to solve a differential equation. Stephen shows that China put a gun on a robot dog. Ben thinks plant inspections are for walking robot dogs of the future. Steve thinks that Industrie 5.0 is coming.-https://www.engadget.com/mit-century-old-differential-equation-liquid-ai-computational-bottleneck-160035555.html-https://www.dailydot.com/debug/boston-dynamics-weaponized-robots-spot-letter/-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0mnymzGKs0-https://metrology.news/automated-plant-inspections-become-a-walk-in-the-park/-https://www.instrumentation.co.uk/paving-the-way-for-industry-5-0-and-cobots/Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 82: Steve is going to a manufacturing industry adjacent tradeshow that he and Ben have been trying to get into for a long time; Ben will for sure go next year (2024), though. Stephen also talks about how it felt to cut the first part off the new testbed CNC. Benjamin shares six innovations on display in the additive pavilion at IMTS. Steve gets all excited over lean leadership. Ben tries to close with an article on cyber security, but Stephen won’t shut up.-https://www.amtonline.org/article/six-innovations-from-the-additive-manufacturing-pavilion-at-imts-2022-https://americanbobcat.blog/2022/07/22/lean-manufacturing-designing-a-car-the-techniques-of-lean-design/-https://www.amtonline.org/article/building-an-advanced-cybersecurity-plan-network-resource-configurationExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 81: Ben and Steve are done with the fallout from hurricane Ian and are almost ready to welcome some snow. Benjamin is excited about a new aluminum alloy. Stephen talks about a high-speed extrusion head that can lay down a kilo of printed polymer per hour. Ben gets to the bottom of why industrial robotics is rising. Stephen discusses two more points he and Ben left out from the last episode.-https://federalnewsnetwork.com/technology-main/2022/10/a-national-laboratory-comes-up-with-a-new-version-of-a-very-basic-metal/-https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/veda-3d-unveils-new-high-flow-extruder-that-can-3d-print-over-a-kilogram-of-filament-per-hour-215249/-https://www.sdcexec.com/software-technology/robotics/article/22484406/itransition-why-industrial-robotics-is-on-the-rise-https://www.emsnow.com/how-to-survive-and-thrive-in-manufacturing-in-the-2020s/Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 80: Ben and Steve have returned home from IMTS2022 and discuss their IMTS postpartum depression. Benjamin tries to go over eight critical takeaways from IMTS 2022 without interruption. Stephen ensures his failure with his drooling over ultrasonic additive.-https://www.imts.com/read/article-details/8-Key-Takeaways-from-IMTS-2022/1671/type/Read/1/tab/all-articles?page=1-https://www.engineering.com/story/this-company-is-shaking-up-additive-manufacturing-with-ultrasonicsExplore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcastFor the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 79: Ben and Steve are packing up for IMTS2022 and discuss their packing strategies. Benjamin introduces an article on robot risk assessment. Stephen talks about an aftermarket air filter for consumer polymer 3D printers. Ben brings up converting plastic waste into 3D printing materials. Steve mentions new Toyota AGVs. Benjamin closes with relying on and trusting data. Happy IMTS!
- https://www.assemblymag.com/articles/97298-how-to-conduct-a-robot-risk-assessment
- https://hackaday.com/2022/09/03/nevermore-is-what-you-get-when-engineers-design-air-filters-for-3d-printers/
- https://www.koin.com/science/washington-state-researchers-convert-plastic-waste-into-3d-printing-material/
- https://emag.directindustry.com/2022/09/07/toyota-launches-the-cdi120-a-new-automated-warehouse-solution/
- https://www.cpomagazine.com/cyber-security/why-industry-5-0-needs-trusted-data/
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Episode 78: Ben and Steve discuss their favorite adult beverages to quaff in Chicago. They continue the theme of the last episode but, this time set their sights on the east and west halls, including all the programs available on the main stage.
- https://www.imts.com/read/article-details/How-to-Get-Started-with-Smart-Manufacturing-and-IIoT-Part-1/1635/type/Read/1/tab/all-articles/category/Connected-Factory/80?page=1
- https://www.imts.com/read/article-details/Connectivity-Boosts-Productivity/1582/type/Read/1/tab/all-articles/category/Connected-Factory/80?page=1
- https://www.ctemag.com/news/industry-news/make-better-tooling-choices-new-online-resources
- https://www.todaysmedicaldevelopments.com/article/additive-manufacturing-tooling-performance-ceratizit/
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Episode 77: Ben and Steve discuss the upcoming IMTS event and the technology they are excited to see in the north and south halls, including the Emerging Technology Center (ETC) and the Smartforce Student Summit. They also discuss Chicago cuisine and Stephen’s upcoming trip to the Mexico Tech Center.
https://www.imts.com/read/article-details/While-at-IMTS-2022-Chicago-Restaurant-Recommendations-from-AMT-Staff/1627/type/Read/1/tab/all-articles?page=1 https://www.imts.com/read/article-details/It-s-Not-the-Same-Old-Boring-Grind-for-New-Finishing-Technologies/1586/type/Read/1/tab/all-articles?page=2 https://www.imts.com/read/article-details/Silence-is-Golden-Gear-Manufacturing-Technology-Evolves-for-EV-Production/1601/type/Read/1/tab/all-articles?page=1 https://www.amtonline.org/article/machine-components-cleaning-environmental-pavilion-at-imts-2022-features http://www.imts.com/smartforce https://www.amtonline.org/article/the-soul-of-control https://www.imts.com/read/article-details/5-Modern-Metrology-Methods/1518/type/Read/1/tab/all-articles?page=5 Tune in to the AM Radio podcast https://www.additivemanufacturing.media/zc/am-radio-podcast Explore, watch, read, learn, join, and connect at https://www.imts.com/ For the latest in Manufacturing Technology news https://www.amtonline.org/resources
Episode 76: Ben and Steve discuss subscription services, the lengths they’ll go, and how to stop them. Benjamin says NIST has some cheese for metals-based AM research. Stephen insists robots will soon have watch-and-learn capabilities. Ben is a fan of retrofitting old machines with current features. Steve explains why a robot broke a little boy’s finger playing chess. Benjamin highlights a recent cybersecurity partnership. Stephen has six sigma all figured out.
- https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2022/07/nist-awards-nearly-4-million-support-metals-based-additive-manufacturing
- https://www.dpaonthenet.net/article/191820/Robots-can-learn-household-chores-by-watching-you.aspx
- https://www.imts.com/read/article-details/Retrofitting-Breathes-New-Life-into-Old-Machines/1607/type/Read/1/tab/all-articles?page=1
- https://screenshot-media.com/technology/ai/robot-breaks-finger/
- https://www.dazeddigital.com/science-tech/article/56642/1/why-did-a-chess-playing-robot-break-a-childs-finger-tass-moscow
- https://www.manufacturing.net/automation/news/22353503/rockwell-automation-partners-with-industrial-cybersecurity-expert-dragos
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Episode 75: Ben and Steve cry about inflation taking everything from them! Mostly just joy riding and cheap fast food, though. Benjamin says the Navy is indeed putting metal AM machines in their ships. Stephen claims cobots are better for tool wear measurement. Ben talks about how robots are still changing how warehouses are designed and built, regardless of how much better they’re getting, and he brings up ways to keep humans safe from robots and facilities secure from cyber threats. Steve closes with some support for exoskeletons and not just from them.
- https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/a40577952/navy-3d-printing-spares-drone-parts/
- https://metrology.news/cobot-increases-efficiency-in-tool-wear-measurement/
- https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/12/business/warehouse-technology-robotics.html
- https://techcrunch.com/2022/07/12/fort-is-working-to-keep-humans-safe-from-industrial-robots/
- https://www.forconstructionpros.com/business/construction-safety/safety-equipment-other/press-release/21139944/hilti-inc-hilti-unveils-exo01-wearable-exoskeleton
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Episode 74: Ben and Steve tear off over manufacturing adjacent sector shows, namely Blade Show, and succumb to the event horizon of a pocket knife rabbit hole. Benjamin gets things back on the rails with his first article: augmented reality and Industrie 4.0. Stephen takes it away with 40 pounds per hour of titanium printing and how Chevy legitimately uses additive to manufacture the Tahoe. Ben declares that NOTHING is flawless! Steve goes on about the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor and its recent developments as a 5th going on 6th generation fighter, and he promises it’s relevant to manufacturing. Benjamin lets his true colors show by getting super technical with non-destructive testing. Stephen thinks about how industries will be affected by the EU’s ban on Chromium VI.
- https://electronics360.globalspec.com/article/18215/how-ar-fits-into-industry-4-0
- https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sciakys-electron-beam-additive-manufacturing-ebam-surpasses-40-lbs-of-titaniumhour-making-it-the-highest-deposition-rate-in-the-world-for-industrial-metal-3d-printing-301564380.html
- https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/chevy-tahoe-3d-parts/
- https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97027-flaw-detection-101
- https://www.19fortyfive.com/2022/06/the-f-22-raptor-is-testing-ngad-6th-generation-fighter-tech/
- https://theaviationist.com/2022/03/19/second-chrome-f-22-raptor/
- https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/97026-the-ndt-trends-of-2022
- https://www.visordown.com/news/product-news/alpinestars-recall-gp-plus-gloves-containing-cancer-causing-chromium-vi
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Episode 73: Steve starts up about maintenance again. Ben reflects on a recent trip to Heidenhain and DMG Mori. Stephen looks forward to going back to Detroit. Benjamin introduces an article about software enabling communication between robots and building infrastructure. Steve is jealous that a college in Maine was given a Boston Dynamics Spot via donation. Ben talks about adding rotary axes to CMMs. Stephen closes with Forbes writing out of their element.
- https://www.imts.com/imts-plus/index.cfm
- https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/new-software-enables-different-robots-to-communicate-with-each-other-and-building-infrastructure
- https://news.colby.edu/story/meet-spot-colbys-new-agile-robot/
- https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cd6NC1mJfxa/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
- https://www.aero-mag.com/rpi-launches-new-rotary-axis-table-for-portable-cmms
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/chuckbrooks/2022/05/31/3-key-areas-where-nanotechnology-is-impacting-our-future/?sh=6218ddfe6741
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Episode 72: Steve talks about his first time in Detroit! The good, the terrifying, and of course, the reason he was there in the first place: a trade show. Ben shamelessly plugs this episode’s sponsor: IMTS+ (us). Stephen introduces an article about a Japanese electron microscope company that has gotten into metal additive. Benjamin gets geared up for Industry 5.0. Steve has things to say about Harley Davidson. Ben shows excitement for a vast materials database. Stephen closes with the pain and drama of delayed flights.
- https://www.imts.com/imts-plus/index.cfm
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/jeol-to-launch-jam-5200ebm-3d-printer-in-the-us-technical-specifications-and-pricing-208916/
- https://www.machinedesign.com/automation-iiot/article/21242225/eschbach-process-manufacturing-ready-to-evolve-again
- https://jalopnik.com/harley-davidson-stops-building-gas-powered-motorcycles-1848950392
- https://news.mit.edu/2022/topological-materials-database-0519
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Episode 71: Ben and Steve get spicy over AMS, MES, and CRM nonsense, then Stephen tears off on a startup rant before introducing the sponsor: AM Radio, and finally going into a testbed update. Seriously, he wouldn’t shut up. Oh, and then Steve opens with the first article on repairing the F35 with AM. Benjamin finally gets a word in with autonomous painting for mass customization, then an article on more titanium AM, this time having to do with bone reconstruction. Stephen found an op-ed about Tesla’s recent 144-page report. Ben closes with the White House’s AM Forward initiative (not to be confused with AM Ford).
- https://metrology.news/additive-manufacturing-to-repair-f35-large-titanium-blisks/
- https://techcrunch.com/2022/05/10/better-than-a-rattle-can/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/new-study-assesses-effectiveness-of-3d-printed-titanium-implants-on-bone-growth-209231/
- https://www.inc.com/jason-aten/teslas-9-word-rule-every-employee-has-to-follow-is-simply-brilliant.html
- https://www.americamakes.us/america-makes-statement-on-white-house-am-forward-initiative/
- https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/05/06/fact-sheet-biden-administration-celebrates-launch-of-am-forward-and-calls-on-congress-to-pass-bipartisan-innovation-act/
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Episode 70: Ben and Steve get amped up for their first AMT event in ages! Steve’s excited about receiving a new Pocket NC in the first week of May! Benjamin opens with Amazon’s BILLION-dollar investment in automation innovation. Stephen brings up the US military’s new standard issue rifle. Ben mentions the DoD’s desire to build the largest 3D printed structures. Steve say’s Honda want’s 3D design depositories to take their name out their mouth! Benjamin closes with the blockchain revolutionizing copyright laws.
- https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2022/04/23/amazon-launches-1-billion-industrial-innovation-fund/50493/
- https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3005746/army-announces-2-new-rifles-for-close-combat-soldiers/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/us-dod-to-build-largest-3d-printed-structures-in-the-americas-207746/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/honda-issues-printables-with-takedown-notice-for-all-honda-related-3d-models-207886/
- https://www.dpaonthenet.net/article/190447/Blockchain-tech-set-to-revolutionise-copyright-laws-for-3D-printing.aspx
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Episode 69: Ben got to go to Oak Ridge National Labs and Steve didn’t. Stephen hasn’t bought a new Pocket NC because the credit card’s maxed out. Benjamin is impressed by GE’s specialty composites and performance-efficient jet engines. Steve says MIT says cellulose nanocrystals can produce plastic that is tough and strong. Ben goes hypersonic. Stephen closes with a new era of accessible industrial robots.
- https://www.ornl.gov/facility/mdf
- https://blog.geaviation.com/product/ges-adaptive-cycle-engine-deliver-transformational-performance/
- https://www.sciencenewsforstudents.org/article/innovation_2022-green-material-tree-cellulose-nanocrystals
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/nextflex-awards-17m-in-electronics-rd-funding-hypersonix-gets-backing-for-new-hypersonic-uav-207014/
- https://fruitcore-robotics.com/en/
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Episode 68: Ben and Steve share their maintenance woes. Benjamin opens with how AMRs/IMRs get their charge and Ford’s AMR, Javier. Stephen talks about how shot peening metal AM parts can increase their surface strength multiple times over. Ben comes full circle with maintenance stating unexpected equipment failure is the biggest risk to production. Steve introduces Canada’s first North American-made collaborative robot. Benjamin closes with F1’s implementation of the latest inspection metrology being used for scrutineering.
- https://www.machinedesign.com/automation-iiot/article/21236709/te-connectivity-new-charging-technologies-in-warehouse-automation
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/ford-rolls-out-autonomous-robot-operated-3d-printers-in-vehicle-production-206239/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/research-shows-shot-peening-technology-can-increase-3d-printed-part-strength-by-up-to-20x-206490/
- https://venturebeat.com/2022/03/18/report-manufacturers-say-unexpected-equipment-failure-is-the-biggest-risk-to-meeting-production-targets/
- https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kinova-launches-link-6-the-first-canadian-industrial-collaborative-robot-301507673.html
- https://metrology.news/f1-race-scrutineering-to-check-car-geometry-using-laser-tracker-3d-laser-scanning/
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Episode 67: Ben and Steve drool over the new 2022 season F1 car designs. Benjamin and Stephen also share their disgust with the “big screw” industry. Ben features an article about the consistency of change in transformative technology. Steve has one on flexible robot arms controlled utilizing augmented reality. Benjamin announces the first mass-production IEMs made with metal additive. Stephen shares his thoughts on the development of CMMs and what’s next. Ben closes with a $54 million grant from the DoC for manufacturing.
- https://www.amtonline.org/article/the-constancy-of-change-and-transformative-technology
- https://www.unite.ai/flexible-robotic-arm-guided-by-ar-goggles/
- https://www.3dprintingmedia.network/sennheiser-to-launch-metal-3d-printed-ie-600-earphones-on-march-8th/
- https://en-us.sennheiser.com/ie-600
- https://metrology.news/shaping-the-future-of-coordinate-measuring-machines/
- https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2022/02/commerce-department-awards-54-million-american-rescue-act-grants-increase
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Episode 66: Ben and Steve are done with crypto and NFTs. Stephen reads the podcast’s first ad: AM Radio! Benjamin opens with laser ultrasound to measure material elasticity. Steve shares his excitement over a new flame retardant additive polyamide. Ben discusses the top five robot trends of 2022. Stephen reports on Korea’s development of pain-sensing semiconductors. Benjamin closes with composite automotive anti-roll/sway bars.
- https://newatlas.com/materials/world-first-measure-material-elasticity-lasers-sound/
- https://www.tctmagazine.com/additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/polymer-additive-manufacturing-news/carbon-flame-retardant-epx-86fr-3d-printing-material/
- https://aviationweek.com/mro/why-airbus-qualified-new-3d-printing-material-2021-flame-retardant-pa
- https://www.automation.com/en-us/articles/february-2022/top-5-robot-trends-2022?listname=Automation%20&%20Control%20News%20&%20Articles
- http://www.businesskorea.co.kr/news/articleView.html?idxno=87593
- https://www.eurekamagazine.co.uk/design-engineering-news/amrc-aids-composite-anti-roll-bar-design/244431/
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Episode 65: Ben and Steve are attending conferences again! Stephen kicks things off with discussing trends in AM for radiation shielding and nuclear components. Benjamin talks about metal forming robots. Steve follows with another trend for adaptive robotics in additive repair. Ben closes with a guide to automating existing and legacy manufacturing technology.
- https://hackaday.com/2022/02/04/3d-printed-radiation-shields-get-put-to-the-test/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/usnc-licenses-ornl-method-to-3d-print-nuclear-reactor-components-202180/
- https://www.fastcompany.com/90719410/watch-robots-perform-industrial-origami-to-fold-sheets-of-steel-into-an-electric-scooter
- https://metrology.news/additive-manufacturing-repair-solution-uses-advanced-machine-vision-adaptive-software/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/german-canadian-project-set-to-automate-3d-printing-part-repair-using-ai-technology-203234/
- https://www.ctemag.com/news/industry-news/new-guide-automate-existing-machine-tools
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Episode 64: Ben and Steve share their favorite fast food joints. Stephen announces Shell has been awarded the first certification for an AM part in the oil and gas industry. Benjamin shows some excitement over the automation of depowdering laser powder bed fused parts. Steve says some places won’t let you buy robots but hire them. Ben brings up the Air Force wanting to enlist robots to build and maintain satellites in space. Stephen closes with his reaction to the TIPE 3D Printing virtual conference.
- https://metrology.news/3d-printed-pressure-vessel-receives-ce-certification/
- https://www.machinedesign.com/3d-printing-cad/article/21214402/festo-corporation-automating-the-depowdering-of-3dprinted-parts-streamlines-production
- https://www.wired.com/story/rent-robot-worker-less-paying-human/
- http://spaceref.com/news/viewpr.html?pid=59201
- https://www.tipe3dprinting.com/
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Episode 63: Ben and Steve share what Santa brought them for Christmas. Benjamin announces NIST’s updates to their cybersecurity guidelines. Stephen is excited about void-free PEEK additive. Ben thinks AMRs can and should do more. Steve says 3D-printed batteries are closer to becoming a real thing now more than ever! Benjamin closes with mistakes robotics startups should watch out for.
- https://www.nextgov.com/cybersecurity/2022/01/nist-updates-cybersecurity-engineering-guidelines/360587/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/bond3d-achieves-99-part-densities-with-void-free-peek-3d-printing-technology-200117/
- https://spectrum.ieee.org/avidbots-autonomous-mobile-robots
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/blackstone-begins-series-production-of-lithium-ion-batteries-using-3d-printing-technology-200982/
- https://www.therobotreport.com/5-mistakes-robotics-startups-should-avoid/
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Episode 62: Ben and Steve wrap up 2021 by sharing fond memories, lessons learned, and predictions for 2022. Stephen blabs about silicon micromachining and silicon wafer earbud speakers. Benjamin covers recent trends in AM and Manufacturing USA institute, REMADE’s, research grants. Steve closes with a real-life firearm that was originally only in a videogame. Happy Holidays!
- https://gizmodo.com/revolutionary-silicon-chip-microspeakers-promise-to-mak-1848172727
- https://www.3dnatives.com/en/additive-manufacturing-materials-trends-071220216/
- https://resource-recycling.com/recycling/2021/12/07/remade-announces-33m-in-research-grants/
- https://www.ign.com/articles/stolen-gun-kalashnikov-oceanic-mp-155-ultima-ward-b
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Episode 61: Ben and Steve don’t agree on mushrooms. Stephen shares some excitement mentioning some companies outside of the manufacturing industry that have recently downloaded the latest version of the MTConnect standard. Benjamin declares that 3D game engines are trickling up into the manufacturing industry. Steve found an article that found a research paper on additive emissions. Ben flexes some Boeing 787 wings. Stephen closes with the success of a child’s wildest dream: SpinLaunch.
- https://venturebeat.com/2021/11/13/unity-moves-robotics-design-and-training-to-the-metaverse/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/bofa-publishes-research-paper-on-impact-of-3d-printing-emissions-199502/
- https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-releases-bold-national-strategy-transform-recycling-america
- https://simpleflying.com/boeing-787-wings-flex/
- https://www.slashgear.com/spinlaunch-kinetic-launch-system-celebrates-a-successful-test-flight-12699130/amp/
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Episode 60: Ben opens with his trip to Denver for the MFG 2021 + MTForcast event. Steve says cars soon could come equipped with Nvidia silicon. Benjamin lists some things to consider when selecting end-of-arm-tooling. Stephen is excited about the new excrement detecting drones deployed at Mount Vernon. Ben closes with heat healing carbon fiber.
- https://finance.yahoo.com/news/nvidia-promises-fully-self-driving-cars-with-nvidia-drive-093002565.html?guccounter=1
- https://www.roboticstomorrow.com/article/2021/10/4-critical-considerations-when-selecting-a-robotic-end-effector-system/17702
- https://www.fastcompany.com/90692010/poop-sensors-drones-and-robots-what-automation-looks-like-at-the-farm-of-the-future
- https://www.slashgear.com/new-carbon-fiber-composite-can-be-healed-using-heat-08698582/
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Episode 59: Steve delivers a terrible intro. Ben talks about his visit with a gear grinding manufacturer and then an article covering Porsche’s plans to 3D print bespoke seats. Stephen tried to break into a 3D-printed neighborhood in Austin, TX. Benjamin reports Amazon is opening a new robotics facility and need to fill two-hundred manufacturing jobs. Steve says a Taiwanese chip manufacturer is opening a new plant in Phoenix, AZ. Ben closes with six ways shops can implement robot automation.
- https://www.3dnatives.com/en/top-5-videos-3d-printed-bucket-seats-porsche-241020214/
- https://www.axios.com/3d-printed-houses-homes-sustainability-affortable-housing-406555c2-9c51-4ff5-b9c4-affcc6805e49.html
- https://www.roboticstomorrow.com/news/2021/10/22/amazon-opens-new-robotics-facility-in-the-us-with-over-200-new-manufacturing-jobs/17663/
- https://www.techtimes.com/articles/266748/20211016/tsmc-building-new-chipmaking-plant-phoenix-arizona-help-ongoing-chip.htm
- https://www.roboticsbusinessreview.com/opinion/six-ways-robotic-automation-benefits-cnc-shops-and-their-clients/
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Episode 58: Ben absolutely crushes the intro. Steve talks about how the chip shortage is helping the sellers of used motor vehicles including motorcycles, the segues into Hyundai’s plans for bringing chip manufacturing in-house. Benjamin is impressed by a new multi-function desktop machine tool on Kickstarter that should be coming to market soon. Stephen reports that robot dogs are now being equipped with long-range sniper rifles. Ben brings up antibacterial compounds for medical additive and then pivots to “gauging software.” Steve closes with an announcement that there will be a special guest on the next episode!
- https://www.reuters.com/technology/hyundai-motor-says-it-wants-develop-chips-cut-reliance-chipmakers-2021-10-13/
- https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/makera-inc/carvera/description
- https://futurism.com/sniper-rifle-robot-dog
- https://www.todaysmedicaldevelopments.com/article/additive-manufaturing-medical-devices-dental/
- https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/96703-gaging-softwares-changing-role
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Episode 57: Steve explains why electric motorcycles are failing and he’s part of the problem! Ben pivots to the success of robotics in woodworking. Stephen quotes some Wall Street nerds with their take on additive manufacturing in/for space and then mentions GE’s use of AM in their big offshore wind turbine. Benjamin is just now finding out about the first-ever collaborative delta arm, then gets hyped about carbon nanotube wearables. Steve and Ben close with a discussion on AM, sustainability, and environmental friendliness.
- https://youtu.be/O2zlYpy6QCM
- https://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/technology/robotics-revolution-woodworking
- https://www.etftrends.com/disruptive-technology-channel/more-confirmation-3d-printing-belongs-in-space-etf/
- https://www.3dnatives.com/en/ge-binder-jetting-worlds-largest-offshore-wind-turbine-210920214/
- https://www.packagingdigest.com/robotics/worlds-first-sidebot-offers-compact-design-high-speed
- https://californianewstimes.com/smart-shirt-uses-flexible-carbon-nanotube-fibers-to-keep-tabs-on-the-heart/529991/
- https://www.3dprintingmedia.network/can-am-help-fight-climate-change-with-a-more-sustainable-production/
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Episode 56: Steve won’t shut up about the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Ben takes over with the difficulty small firms have with robot integration. Stephen thinks Boston Dynamics has moved on from Spot to a humanoid robot to be competitive with Olympian Simone Biles. Benjamin is fascinated by robot simulation and cutting taters. Steve read about a life hack for cheaper ceramic 3D printing. Ben closes with hot refractory metals.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQEXncsFwyo
- https://mitsloan.mit.edu/ideas-made-to-matter/how-smaller-firms-can-harness-potential-collaborative-robots
- https://www.engadget.com/boston-dynamics-atlas-robots-parkour-demo-141057531.html
- https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2021/08/20/nvidia-and-usc-researchers-demonstrate-autonomous-robotic-cutting/45680/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/scientists-successful-in-slashing-ceramic-3d-printing-costs-by-95-using-novel-approach-194994/
- https://www.thefabricator.com/additivereport/article/additive/3d-printed-parts-made-from-refractory-metals-can-handle-the-heat
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Episode 55: Ben and Steve wrap up their thoughts on the Tokyo Olympics. Stephen starts a discussion with Benjamin regarding “made in the USA.” Ben transitions to cybersecurity and cyber-physical attacks on the manufacturing industry. Steve pivots to NASA’s need for volunteers to live on year in a 3D-printed “Mars” environment. Benjamin speaks on the journey to make additive manufacturing a viable technology to adopt. Stephen closes with micro additive for precision plastic parts.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjSCT97GSsA
- https://www.industryweek.com/the-economy/public-policy/article/21170067/much-is-at-stake-for-american-manufacturing-in-2021
- https://www.amtonline.org/article/manufacturing-is-under-attack
- https://www.core77.com/posts/109673/NASA-Seeking-Volunteers-to-Live-for-a-Year-in-Bjarke-Ingels-Designed-3D-Printed-Mars-Habitat
- https://www.neweraassessments.com/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/micro-additive-manufacturing-disrupting-the-production-of-precision-plastic-parts-194141/
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Episode 54: Ben and Steve get up to speed with the Tokyo Olympics. Stephen mentions two potentially aerospace-grade additive materials. Ben continues with the Army’s investment in next-gen materials research. Steve follows with cutting-edge consumer AVGs. Benjamin pivots to Intrinsic, Alphabet’s new industrial robot software company. Stephen adds with some info on an open-source reinforcement learning framework for robots. Ben closes a record low thermally conductive material.
- https://www.tctmagazine.com/additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/polymer-additive-manufacturing-news/markforged-launches-aerospace-ready-composite-3d-printing-ma/
- https://www.army.mil/article/248731/army_invests_in_next_generation_materials_research
- https://www.tomshardware.com/news/myavg-bot-packs-pi
- https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/23/22590109/google-intrinsic-industrial-robotics-company-software
- https://x.company/projects/intrinsic/
- https://www.infoq.com/news/2021/07/robo-gym-v1/
- https://physicsworld.com/a/new-material-breaks-low-thermal-conductivity-record/
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Episode 53: Ben’s fed up with seeing Spot the robot dog dancing and not working. Steve saw farming equipment at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Benjamin declares AI must get read up on material science to help put a stop to worldwide waste. Stephen can’t hold back his excitement over mil-spec material for additive manufacturing. Ben closes with advancements in additive resins for composite layup.
- https://www.ivtinternational.com/news/autonomous-vehicles/exclusive-video-will-robots-mean-the-end-of-traditional-tractors.html
- https://www.khaleejtimes.com/opinion-editorial/ai-must-join-forces-with-materials-science-to-save-the-planet
- https://www.valdostadailytimes.com/news/business/national-stock-numbers-for-3d-printing-materials-awarded-to-taulman3d/article_81bf439b-31ee-521a-942b-7ca82a14beaa.html
- https://www.compositesworld.com/news/airtech-3d-printed-resins-deliver-composite-tooling-for-competitive-motorsport-vehicles
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Episode 52: Steve tears off into a rant about self-checkout and without it we wouldn’t have curbside pickup at grocery stores. Ben shares some vehicle performance data from his recent road trip to Tail of the Dragon. Benjamin then introduces recent advances towards machine tools capable of making parts larger than the entirety of the machine itself. Stephen talks about an ultra-premium audio company utilizing fully automated multi-million-dollar manufacturing cells. Ben closes with a discussion on design versus production.
- https://www.themanufacturer.com/articles/robot-machining-future-agile-manufacturing/
- https://www.pesmedia.com/mills-cnc-automated-cell-11062021/
- http://thetechnews.com/2021/06/22/five-tips-to-improve-your-cad-designs-for-cnc-machining/
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Episode 51: Ben and Steve share their pre-college manufacturing and tradecraft education and experiences. Stephen claims Boston is the new Switzerland in terms of precision manufacturing. Benjamin talks about the precision of manufacturing electric vehicle running gear. Steve announces the Women in Manufacturing 2021 Hall of Fame is accepting nominations now! Ben closes with the intricacies of shaft measurement.
- https://www.dailyherald.com/submitted/20210521/next-generation-of-manufacturers-grows-as-38-students-complete-tmas-related-theory-apprentice-program
- https://scitechdaily.com/3d-printing-tiny-ultraprecise-parts-for-massive-impact/
- https://metrology.news/precision-metrologys-increasing-role-in-ev-gear-manufacturing/
- https://www.womeninmanufacturing.org/women-in-manufacturing-hall-of-fame
- https://www.qualitymag.com/articles/96550-how-to-choose-the-best-shaft-measurement-tool-for-your-specific-application
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Episode 50: Ben and Steve are excited to be going back to the office soon! Benjamin tries to open with an article on printing crack-free tungsten, but Steve keeps interrupting with random facts about one of his favorite elements. Stephen compares Tesla’s business efforts to Hyundai but doesn’t know what he’s talking about. Ben found something on a large-scale robotic additive. Steve discussing four ways additive will be used for electronics in the future. Benjamins closes with the current state of industrial metrology.
- https://physicsworld.com/a/3d-printing-technique-keeps-brittle-tungsten-crack-free/
- https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/372898
- https://www.compositesworld.com/articles/large-scale-robotic-mounted-3d-printer-aims-to-expand-am-size-limits
- https://www.manufacturing.net/additive-manufacturing/blog/21451906/4-ways-additive-manufacturing-will-optimize-electronics
- https://metrology.news/what-should-be-expected-from-industrial-metrology-in-2021/
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Episode 49: Benjamin and Stephen deflagrate into a heated discussion over the recent gas pipeline breach. Ben eases into an article about robots with a gentle touch. Steve gets wowed by 3D printed wood. Benjamin explains Rolls-Royce using additive technology in their turbofan engines. Stephen closes with some light material science.
- https://www.practicalecommerce.com/soft-hand-robots-are-coming-to-ecommerce
- https://www.freethink.com/articles/3d-printed-wood
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/gkn-produces-rolls-royce-engine-compressor-case-using-3d-printing-technology-189890/
- https://247wallst.com/special-report/2021/05/11/the-20-lightest-objects-in-the-world/
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Episode 48: Stephen gets wound up over digital twins helping to find real-life exploits and sim racing making its way to the Olympics. Steve also thinks that the latest photonics research could lead to a silicon replacement in computer chips. Ben brings evidence supporting how cool metrology truly is. Stephen thought California banned deodorant. Benjamin wraps up with additive heat sinks.
- https://www.photonics.com/Articles/Integrated_Photonic_Circuits_Demonstrate_Ultralow/a66920
- https://www.sme.org/technologies/articles/2021/april/scanners-measure-up/
- https://www.timesheraldonline.com/2019/12/20/anthony-mills-ban-is-nonsense/
- https://3dprint.com/278746/hidden-gems-3d-printed-heatsinks/
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Episode 47: Stephen fully discloses the copious amounts of fun he had on the pole at his best friend’s bachelor party. Pole position that his, because they went karting! He also announces his lust to learn more about machine tool cutting fluids. Ben shifts the conversation to the growth in robotic orders. Steve learned that Toyota was prepared for a silicon chip shortage. Ben closes with advanced metal additive for aerospace.
- https://www.businesswire.com/news/hk-zh/20210128005267/en/For-First-Time-on-Record-Yearly-Non-Automotive-Robotic-Orders-Higher-Than-Automotive-Orders
- https://jalopnik.com/toyota-prepared-for-the-chip-shortage-years-ago-why-di-1846641653
- https://www.designnews.com/3dp/advances-3d-printing-high-performance-metals-aerospace-industry
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Episode 46: Benjamin and Stephen actually managed to keep an episode under a half hour for once! Steve jumps right into the global silicon shortage. Ben discusses how to assess the value of investing in robotics and automation. Stephen shares what he learned about laser-assisted tape winding. The boys close by rambling about alloys and how they’re getting old.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3A4yk-P5ukY
- https://www.automationworld.com/factory/robotics/article/21342538/how-to-assess-the-value-of-robot-investments
- https://www.compositesworld.com/articles/challenges-of-laser-assisted-tape-winding-of-thermoplastic-composites
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Episode 45: Benjamin and Stephen discuss the best of IMTS spark, from Network Week back in September to Demo Days.
- https://www.ctemag.com/news/industry-news/submarines-be-built-australias-largest-machine-tool
- https://cymanii.org/
- https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework
- https://directory.imts.com/8_0/sessions/#/searchtype/sessionkeyword/search/tlc/show/all
- https://cleantechnica.com/2021/02/23/wind-turbine-blades-can-be-recycled/
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Episode 44: Stephen and Benjamin go over some of their favorite highlights from AMT’s 2021 Technology forum. Steve mentions a partnership between one of his favorite audio companies and one of his favorite additive companies. Ben closes with how the massive amounts of materials used in wind turbines are recycled.
- https://techcrunch.com/2021/02/18/sennheiser-partners-with-formlabs-for-customized-headphones/
- https://cleantechnica.com/2021/02/23/wind-turbine-blades-can-be-recycled/
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Episode 43: Ben wrecked his new RC car! Stephen announces car part manufacturer, Edelbrock, will no longer be manufacturing products in California for all the best reasons. Benjamin nerds out about the latest innovations in machine vision. Steve gets upset about the DOD’s egregious additive spending. Ben pivots and closes with the industry’s shift in AM.
- https://www.thedrive.com/news/39112/edelbrock-is-leaving-california-partly-because-spacex-hires-too-many-machinists
- https://www.amtnews.org/post/innovations-in-machine-vision-for-the-manufacturing-industry
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/ge-research-awarded-14m-to-3d-print-portable-device-that-produces-water-out-of-thin-air-183892/
- https://www.amtnews.org/post/a-new-way-of-thinking-sizing-up-the-shift-in-additive-manufacturing
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Episode 42: Ben and Stephen open with more egregious spending. Steve bought a new phone when he said he wouldn’t, and Ben bought another RC car. Ben talks about robotic trends for engineering students in 2021. Steve brings up e-waste and how one researcher is developing biodegradable PCBs. Ben has an article saying Stephen was right about his 2018 robot arm predictions. Steve thinks additive could soon be changing the way aftermarket parts are sold. Ben closes thing to know when becoming an additive start-up.
- https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2021/01/25/top-robotics-trends-for-engineering-students-in-2021/39881/
- https://www.printedelectronicsworld.com/articles/22894/printed-electronics-to-deal-with-electronic-waste
- https://www.natureworldnews.com/articles/45078/20210125/industrial-robots-for-sale-why-are-industrial-robots-becoming-more-popular.htm
- https://www.itweb.co.za/content/dgp45Ma61JrqX9l8/KwbrpOMgYVvDLZn4
- https://www.cambridgeindependent.co.uk/business/5-things-to-know-before-starting-a-3d-printer-start-up-9149477/
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Episode 41: Ben and Stephen wrap up their year in review and segue into some articles and expectations for 2021. Stephen flexes his air fryer he got for Christmas. Ben gets things back on topic by talking about metrology and subtractive manufacturing. Steve reflects on his “Road Trippin’ with Steve” adventures and his appreciation for Sandvik. Steve then focuses on the future of automation and robotics with the recently announced partnership between Hyundai and Apple. Ben wraps up with teaching computers how to read PDFs. Happy 2021!
- https://www.reuters.com/article/uk-hyundai-motor-apple/apple-hyundai-to-agree-on-electric-car-tie-up-early-this-year-korea-it-news-idUSKBN29F0C1
- https://www.streetinsider.com/Business+Wire/Paperless+Parts+Introduces+Ability+to+Extract+and+Annotate+PDF+Data+for+Improved+Quoting/17812046.html
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Episode 40: We’ve made it to the end of 2020! Ben and Steve start by conversing their general observations from the year. Next, they get a bit more serious by discussing the year’s impact on the economy. Benjamin and Stephen wrap up by beginning to talk about 2020’s trends in manufacturing technology before realizing they’re going long and need to take this to a second part. Happy holidays!
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Episode 39: The penultimate episode of 2020! Ben and Steve conclude winter is officially here. Stephen geeks out over a silly Subaru. Benjamin discusses the future manufacturing technology in the auto industry. Steve presents MIT’s method for “visually perfect” additive surface finish. Ben talks about NASA’s latest additive rocket engine testing and challenges with hydrogen embrittlement. Stephen craves 3D printed food and closes with a shout out and mention of the American Precision Museum’s fundraising campaign.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32I0Qso4sDg
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omN5Uo058Cc
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hNtxzZRpsU
- https://www.mmsonline.com/articles/where-is-manufacturing-technology-going-for-auto
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/mit-researchers-take-one-step-closer-to-visually-perfect-3d-printing-with-variable-gloss-printer-development-180527/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mit-researchers-take-one-step-closer-to-visually-perfect-3d-printing-with-variable-gloss-printer-development&goal=0_695d5c73dc-a965c20fba-64748417
- https://www.3dprintingmedia.network/nasa-3d-printed-rocket-engine-parts-survive-23-hot-fire-tests/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrogen_embrittlement
- https://www.slashgear.com/researchers-create-gel-ink-ingredients-for-3d-printing-custom-food-06649962/
- http://americanprecision.org/IMTScampaign
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Episode 38: It’s the 2020 Thanksgiving minisode that ended up going long and being not so mini! Ben flexes his new car! Stephen talks about his inferior car and how he aspires to the next generation of inferiority. Ben mentions an article about additive made bicycles and their fascinating internals. Steve found an article on Chernobyl and how Boston Dynamics' robot dog, Spot, is being sent in to help with the decommissioning of Reactor 4. Ben closes with an announcement of the top AI trends to watch in 2021. Happy Thanksgiving!
- https://all3dp.com/4/3d-printed-bicycle-frame-wins-3d-printing-competition/
- https://spectrum.ieee.org/automaton/robotics/robotics-hardware/boston-dynamics-spot-chernobyl
- https://interestingengineering.com/top-ai-trends-to-watch-in-2021
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Episode 37: Ben and Stephen went shooting! Ben got stuck in traffic. Steve is excited about a children’s getting a million buck to put towards additive. Ben says the CDC is putting $1.5 million towards robots and mech suits. Stephen found a CNC machining article from a car magazine. Benjamin closes with a paper on surface metrology.
- https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2020/11/16/gift-of-1-million-to-expand-3d-printing-at-rady-childrens-hospital/
- https://www.roboticstomorrow.com/story/2020/11/cdc-awards-15-million-for-research-to-reduce-exposures-to-workplace-hazards-through-robotic-technology/15924/
- https://www.enginebuildermag.com/2020/11/cnc-machines-keep-the-pindle-moving/
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0007850619301623?via%3Dihub
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Episode 36: Ben and Stephen FINALLY are NOT talking about the latest GPUs… sorta. They discuss new phones and more importantly, Folding@home’s latest achievements! Ben and Steve are joined by aspecial guest, Sheriff Woo… Russell Waddell to discuss digital twin implementation. Ben segues into model based definition. Stephen closes a new superconductor.
- https://www.networkworld.com/article/3587388/foldinghome-exascale-supercomputer-finds-potential-targets-for-covid-19-cure.html
- https://youtu.be/wbsC_qzB8us
- https://www.sme.org/technologies/articles/2020/october/the-growing-importance-of-mbd/
- https://alkhaleejtoday.co/international/5189920/Scientists-discover-the-first-superconductor-at-room-temperature.html
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Episode 35: Ben and Steve start by discussing the latest consumer electronics. Steve talks about the advanced manufacturing going into the newest American made hypercar. Ben describes digital twin readiness. Stephen brings up the rights of… robots? Ben introduces two additive techniques used in a single machine. Steve talks about the latest CAM software geared for modern mobile devices and digital twins. Ben gets lost in a minefield.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdG4gUTowXc&feature=youtu.be
- https://www.amtnews.org/post/how-to-build-a-digital-twin
- https://thenationonlineng.net/rights-of-robots-in-emerging-technology-environment/
- https://www.amtnews.org/post/lmd-wp-a-synergy-between-wire-ded-and-powder-ded-on-a-single-machine
- https://www.engineering.com/AdvancedManufacturing/ArticleID/20805/CAM-Users-The-Future-Has-Arrived.aspx
- https://www.amtnews.org/post/a-new-way-of-thinking-mapping-the-minefields-of-an-additive-manufacturing-process
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Episode 34: Ben and Steve start by blabbing about the latest GPUs. Ben asks Steve if he would fly on a hydrogen-powered plane. Steve drools over Oak Ridge National Lab’s experiments with robotic fiber placement. Ben talks about the automation of ammunition production and triggers a rant from Stephen on why small arms cartridges need to be brass cased. Steve cools down with printed diamond cutting tools. Ben brings up cybersecurity for smart factories. Steve closes with the biggest machine tool down under.
- https://www.flightglobal.com/air-transport/airbus-shows-off-hydrogen-fuelled-concept-aircraft-for-2035-service-entry/140246.article
- https://www.3dprintingmedia.network/orbital-composites-and-ornl-collaborate-composites/
- https://breakingdefense.com/2020/09/replacing-spatulas-with-robots-at-army-ammo-plants/
- https://www.pesmedia.com/mapal-pcd-cutting-tools-16092020/
- https://www.amtnews.org/post/cybersecurity-for-smart-factories
- https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework
- https://www.ctemag.com/news/industry-news/submarines-be-built-australias-largest-machine-tool
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Episode 33: Now with extra rambling! The boys start by talking some smack about 5G. Stephen is learning about atomic force microscopy and then how COVID test swabs are being reinvented. Ben goes on about General Motors getting something right and linear algebra. Steve introduces a new robot OS that can turn conventional robot arms into cobots! Ben says the U.S. Army has a new additive policy. Steve tries to explain Toshiba’s robot development. Ben wraps up with how Tesla is making a car part less complicated but probably more expensive.
- https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atomic_force_microscope
- https://www.expressandstar.com/news/health/coronavirus-covid19/2020/09/08/wolverhampton-uni-team-design-3d-printed-swab-that-could-test-for-virus/
- https://www.sme.org/aboutsme/awards/wu-award/wu-award-winners/
- https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2020/09/09/new-universal-os-makes-robots-interact-and-learn-from-humans-and-other-robots/36158/
- https://www.army.mil/article/238868/new_policy_addresses_3d_parts_for_army_aircraft#:~:text=As%20the%20Army%20explores%20the,to%20readiness%20and%20escalating%20costs
- https://us.acrofan.com/detail.php?number=337160
- https://www.core77.com/posts/101742/Tesla-Ditching-Industrial-Robots-for-Huge-Die-Casting-Giga-Press?utm_source=core77&utm_medium=from_title
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Episode 32: Ben’s back at the library but the automation isn’t. Ben teaches Stephen about ductility. Stephen brings up tiny sensors. Ben talks about the supply chain, manufacturing extension partnerships (MEPs), and cybersecurity. Stephen brings up a recent ransomware attack on whiskey! Ben puts additive myths to rest.
- https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2020-08/ptgs-std082620.php
- https://metrology.news/cnc-tool-changes-monitored-with-miniature-inductive-sensors/
- https://www.imts.com/show/newsletter/insider/article-details.cfm?articleid=969&start=16&cat=
- https://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2020/08/18/us-liquor-giant-hit-by-ransomware-what-the-rest-of-us-can-do-to-help/
- https://www.instagram.com/p/CEWpREYAvM9/
- https://www.amtnews.org/post/a-new-way-of-thinking-navigating-the-noise-to-ensure-am-design-engineering-success
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Episode 31: Stephen went to a racecar factory! The testbed robot final has a gripper, too bad we can’t use it yet. Ben talks about flexible ERP systems. Stephen announces the Army’s first additively produced… wrench? Meanwhile Ben brings up that the Air Force is printing gaskets! Stephen also mentions that Jaguar has teamed up with HP so they can print replacement parts for the long-out-of-production E-Type. Benjamin closes with vendor managed inventory.
- https://www.imts.com/show/newsletter/insider/article-details.cfm?articleid=1018&start=1&cat=
- https://www.dvidshub.net/news/375039/army-completes-first-additive-manufacturing-provisioned-part
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/u-s-air-force-engineers-become-first-to-engine-test-3d-printed-metal-parts-for-usaf-174251/
- https://www.tctmagazine.com/additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-news/hp-3d-printing-restore-jaguar-e-type-custom-parts/
- https://www.imts.com/show/newsletter/insider/article-details.cfm?articleid=1038&start=1&cat=
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Episode 30: Stephen opens with his upcoming work trip to New England to visit a museum and tour some factories. Ben brings up Porsche… again. Stephen talks about layering magnetized metal with AM. Ben emphasizes the importance of prototyping and material contamination. Stephen closes with John Deere’s use of AI.
- https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a33289636/porsches-3d-printed-pistons-911-gt2-rs/
- https://www.laserfocusworld.com/lasers-sources/article/14177812/laser-control-in-additive-manufacturing-leads-to-magnetic-patterns-in-steel
- https://www.pesmedia.com/prototyping-specialist-relies-on-wire-edm-technology/
- https://www.fierceelectronics.com/electronics/how-john-deere-got-good-at-ai
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Episode 29: Ben enjoys watching his neighbor struggle with their sprinkler system. Stephen hopes to have the end-of-arm-tooling (EOAT) for the xArm soon. Ben and Stephen host Russ Waddell, the Managing Director for MTConnect at AMT for some standards learning. Ben brings up an article on the future of robot safety. Stephen closes by drooling over the Sony PlayStation production line.
- http://mtcup.org/wiki/Main_Page
- http://demo.mtconnect.org/home
- https://smstestbed.nist.gov/vds/
- http://mtconnect.mazakcorp.com/
- https://www.therobotreport.com/advanced-vision-future-robot-safety-manufacturing/
- https://vdata.nikkei.com/en/newsgraphics/sony-playstation/
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Episode 28: Stephen declares that pickling and oiling techniques used in manufacturing is like seasoning and cleaning cast iron. Ben is considering buying an expensive pure breed robot dog. Stephen talks about Porsche using carbide cutting tool tech for their new brakes. Ben closes with on-machine metrology for mass additive applications.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1WXlHONorw
- https://www.roboticstomorrow.com/article/2020/06/how-robots-are-changing-on-site-construction/15362
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCj83_uF9dE
- https://www.sme.org/technologies/articles/2020/july/on-machine-metrology-drives-efficiencies-in-large-scale-am/
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Episode 27: Stephen announces testbed operations will resume! Stephen then talks about the Swiss and their weird see-through face mask. Ben introduces a new way of thinking for additive. Stephen congratulates 3DEO for their accomplishments in additive. Benjamin talks of vision systems and AI. Stephen wraps things up with 4D printing.
- https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-develop-first-see-through-mask/45824518
- https://www.amtnews.org/post/a-new-way-of-thinking
- https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200609005599/en/3DEO-Ships-150000-Production-Parts-Breaking-Ground
- https://techxplore.com/news/2020-05-incorporate-vision-uncertainty-ai-robotic.html
- https://www.miragenews.com/lab-makes-4d-printing-more-practical/
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Episode 26: These two clowns kick things off blabbing about cars again, GO FIGURE! Ben brings up a recent whitepaper Virginia Tech published with the help of the AMT Testbed! Stephen talks about some often-overlooked but very important standards. Ben shares an article from Modern Machine Shop regarding the transition from machine monitoring to AI/ML. Lastly, Steve talks about picking the President of AMT’s brain and getting Doug to wax nostalgic about the more traditional manufacturing technologies and techniques. It’s fun to take a step back from the “latest and greatest” to see how far the industry has come!
- https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1127949_why-it-s-so-hard-to-make-supercars-street-legal
- https://1d76e757-159a-4e19-b596-cea00a967b54.filesusr.com/ugd/a64257_8c97bb5ab38c4e1098ebf61cf6f32dd0.pdf
- https://www.mmsonline.com/blog/post/after-machine-monitoring-is-machining-learning-the-next-step-getting-ready-for-ai-in-manufacturing
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Episode 25: Ben and Stephen nerd out about the proxy medical research they are helping with using Folding@home. Steve got clearance to use the testbed recently! Ben talks about what Williams F1 is up to currently and their innovations to bring carbon fiber parts to mass production. Stephen shares an update on the America Makes face mask competition. Ben declares that the Canadians have unlocked the full power of 5-axis machining. Lastly, Stephen hopes Australia is okay.
- https://foldingathome.org/
- https://newatlas.com/automotive/williams-advanced-engineering-low-cost-lightweight-composites/
- https://businessjournaldaily.com/america-makes-announces-top-fit-to-face-challenge-designs/
- https://www.canadianmetalworking.com/canadianmetalworking/article/metalworking/do-you-know-the-full-power-of-your-5-axis-control
- https://www.makepartsfast.com/could-coating-surfaces-with-copper-kill-the-covid-19-virus/
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Episode 24: Ben finally got his home automation running seamlessly… for now! Steve caved and replaced his overheating Raspberry Pi 4 with a liquid-cooled gaming computer that he promises will be used for some work. Stephen then opens with some cool ML work MIT has done implementing a vision system to monitor social distancing. Ben shares a cool video highlighting the usability of Boston Dynamic’s Spot industrial robot, a dog-like quadrupedal drone. Stephen talks about the metrology used to perform alignments on military vehicles. Ben closes with a CIRP paper on “Machine learning-based image processing for on-line defect recognition in additive manufacturing.”
- https://www.technologyreview.com/2020/04/17/1000092/ai-machine-learning-watches-social-distancing-at-work/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-PdPtqw78k&feature=youtu.be
- https://metrology.news/optical-metrology-system-improves-alignment-of-military-vehicle-performance/
- https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0007850619300228?via%3Dihub
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Ben and Steve’s spirits have been lifted as they are getting in the groove of working from home. Stephen opens with some podcasts he has been featured on lately, one of which was with Ben! Stephen has also shut down and unplugged his Raspberry Pi 4 it’s been overcooked with cooling issues. Then these two nerds start geeking out about computers and changing the coolant. Ben finally gets the conversation on the topic with printed electronics and where sensors don’t belong. Steve introduces a humanoid cobot that actually isn’t so creepy. Ben has a supplemental article about upgrading a robot arm’s capabilities. Stephen talks about more additive saving the day against COVID-19 and gives a big shout out to the healthcare workers and people essential during this time of crisis, big thanks to them! Ben tries to close with additive used for lightweight, but as you can imagine the conversation devolves into car talk.
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7fnotp-aw4&list=PLim3x8ONV6ylTdc-pylq6Any2ISn3phR
- https://www.preparingtechnicians.org/wordpress/podcast/episode-13-a-robot-for-every-technician-a-look-at-trends-driving-manufacturing/
- https://www.printedelectronicsworld.com/articles/20321/henkel-functional-material-solutions-for-printed-electronics
- https://www.automationworld.com/factory/robotics/video/21125670/humanoid-collaborative-robot
- https://www.electronicdesign.com/industrial-automation/article/21127118/making-robots-smarter
- https://www.3dprintingmedia.network/3d-printed-nasal-swabs-covid-19/
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/gkn-additive-achieves-80-weight-reduction-with-hydraulic-block-redesign-170457/
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Ben and Steve discuss the difficulties of working from home. Stephen laments about the testbed being shut down until they are back in the office, but talks about his experiments with his new single board computer. Ben highlights an article about vision systems. Steve waxes poetic about micro additive advancements. Ben talks about developments in… manual machining? Steve announces his observations following additive and COVID-19. Ben likes to fold at home, but not just his laundry. Stephen drools over the perfect car for quarantined roads.
- https://atollogy.com/a-i-and-computer-vision-can-help-to-remotely-monitor-operations/
- https://www.novuslight.com/nanofabrica-achieves-breakthrough-in-additive-manufacturing-process_N10208.html
- https://hackaday.com/2020/03/24/turn-by-wire-is-a-machinists-sixth-sense/
- https://www.3dprintingmedia.network/covid-19-3d-printed-valve-for-reanimation-device/
- https://foldingathome.org/
- https://www.pcgamer.com/foldinghome-project-is-crunching-data-twice-as-fast-as-the-top-supercomputer/
- https://youtu.be/T-NggiPwges
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Ben and Steve tip their hats to International Women’s Day! Steve talks about some cobot programs run on the testbed. Ben brings up how AI and ML can businesses from the enterprise side of things. Steve found a hobbyist CNC buying guide! Ben speaks on behalf of NISTs research regarding the economics of additive. Lastly, Steve geeks out about motorcycle metrology and then some.
- https://www.womeninmanufacturing.org/news/wimhearherstory-with-missy-miller-regional-operations-director-atlas-molded-products
- https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/using-ai-to-enhance-business-operations/
- https://m.all3dp.com/2/cnc-3018-pro-buyer-s-guide/
- https://www.nist.gov/publications/economics-us-additive-manufacturing-industry
- https://metrology.news/using-metrology-for-motorbike-optimization/
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Ben broke his home server… who even has a server computer at home? He’s the type of guy that still uses a camcorder in public. Steve is running on fumes from a six-day business trip to San Francisco and needs a weekend! Steve also crashed the cobot multiple times in the name of science! Then these two blab about the concept of military deployed 3D printers. Steve gets meta with the manufacturing of manufacturing technology. Lastly, Ben brings up somebody with more money than brains that thinks they can 3D print a hypercar.
- https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/spee3d-metal-3d-printing-to-assist-australian-soldiers-168649/
- https://metrology.news/assuring-oem-machine-tool-precision/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=OCto6qSjIXw
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Ben and Steve don’t own space, NASA does! Ben and Steve marvel over Christina Koch’s record breaking stint… IN SPACE! Steve got the cobot moving and has some plans for the newest addition to the testbed. Ben talks about little RFID tags to track tooling, workholding, workpieces and other manufacturing stuff. Steve mentions a dude making brass trumpets in a new way. Ben keeps it real with Honeywell before he busts some AI myths. - https://techcrunch.com/2020/02/06/nasa-astronaut-christina-koch-returns-to-earth-after-record-setting-stay-in-space/ - https://www.electronicdesign.com/industrial-automation/article/21122761/rfid-tag-tracks-tools-in-real-time - https://www.whyharrelson.com/ - https://3dprint.com/263290/honeywell-aerospace-to-qualify-velo3ds-metal-3d-printing-for-end-use-parts/ - https://insidebigdata.com/2020/02/10/busting-the-5-common-myths-business-leaders-get-wrong-about-ai/ MT360 Conference mt360conference.com IMTS Insider https://www.imts.com/show/newsletter/insider/index.cfm Benjamin’s Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-moses-b13b44a2/ Amateur Machinist Blog https://swarfysteve.blogspot.com/ Music provided by www.freestockmusic.com
Ben and Steve are back for another year of manufacturing nerd babble! The boys both believe automation will keep manufacturers honest. Steve has a big announcement and plans for the tesbed in new year. Ben talks about NASAs partnerships in developing composites. Stephen mentions the grandfather of AI and autonomous robotics. Ben brings up metrology and calibration. - https://www.insidecomposites.com/nasa-helps-fund-swiftcomp-modelling-software/ - https://www.forbes.com/sites/gilpress/2020/01/20/12-ai-milestones-shakey-the-robot/#46dbcc25400f - https://www.enginebuildermag.com/2020/01/calibration-tools-a-measure-of-success/ MT360 Conference mt360conference.com Benjamin’s Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-moses-b13b44a2/ Amateur Machinist Blog https://swarfysteve.blogspot.com/ Music provided by www.freestockmusic.com
Ben and Steve emphasize the importance and relevance of local libraries. Stephen looks back through all the blogs posts from this year and briefly touches on all the accomplishments, experience, and lessons learned gained through the testbed this year. Ben reminisces on an article previously mentioned about mobile workstations. Stephen talks about all the technological advances he’s seen at IMTS during his time in the industry so far and the ability for companies to pivot. Ben talks about talking about hydraulic pneumatic hybrid robots. Ben and Steve wrap up with their Tech Trends goals for 2020. - https://www.thefabricator.com/thefabricator/article/shopmanagement/workstation-mobility-for-metal-fabricators-on-the-shop-floor - https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2019/12/06/the-decade-in-production-innovations-trends-and-the-future-of-manufacturing/#7926d9f1b109 - https://www.youtube.com/user/DisneyResearchHub/videos MT360 Conference mt360conference.com Benjamin’s Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-moses-b13b44a2/ Amateur Machinist Blog https://swarfysteve.blogspot.com/ Music provided by www.freestockmusic.com
Ben and Steve talk about putting on weight and getting sick for the holidays. Steve is still celebrating the watch dial he made and how he removed it from the Delrin workholding. His next steps are cleaning it up and getting it installed. Ben starts up on his all-time favorite topic: MQL! Steve brings up the NFL’s Helmet Challenge. Ben finishes up with design for automation and nanotechnology. - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0007850607606453 - https://www.playsmartplaysafe.com/nfl-helmet-challenge/ - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0007850614001036?via%3Dihub - https://www.natlawreview.com/article/nni-announces-launch-nanotechnology-entrepreneurship-network - https://www.nano.gov/about-nni MT360 Conference mt360conference.com Benjamin’s Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-moses-b13b44a2/ Amateur Machinist Blog https://swarfysteve.blogspot.com/ Music provided by www.freestockmusic.com
Ben and Steve blab again about home IoT and their preferences for either manual or fully automated vacuum cleaning. Steve celebrate his successes cutting brass and his next steps in producing a watch dial. Ben gets going on about supply chain and machine learning. Steve start up about progressive HMIs for the blind. Ben then talks about a feat in machining Inconel made possible by data optimization. Ban and Steve both wrap up by rambling on about hand tools. - https://www.supplychaindigital.com/supply-chain-management/machine-learning-innovative-technology-within-supply-chains - https://www.slashgear.com/tactile-display-lets-the-blind-perform-3d-printing-and-cad-30597822/ - https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/18011349.engineering-digital-solution-aid-lancashire-aerospace-firm/ - https://youtu.be/sQiKko7GVpY MT360 Conference mt360conference.com Benjamin’s Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-moses-b13b44a2/ Amateur Machinist Blog https://swarfysteve.blogspot.com/ Music provided by www.freestockmusic.com
Ben and Steve just got back from travel. Steve is pooped and Ben isn’t because he’s a stone-cold robot. Stephen talks about their trip to Quality Show 2019, what he learned and some shopping for the testbed. Stephen has restored his confidence in his ability to cut brass and looks forward to finishing the watch dial, announcing his next steps. Ben brings up an article regarding AI image classifiers and him and Steve discuss the relevance of Google’s (Alphabet) AI and IBM’s Watson. Stephen brings up a new tool for tracking standards in additive manufacturing. Ben talks about some additive startup challenge. There was a lot of additive. Go to MT360! - https://venturebeat.com/2019/10/14/googles-ai-explains-how-image-classifiers-made-their-decisions/ - https://3dprintingindustry.com/news/america-makes-and-ansi-launch-online-portal-for-tracking-additive-manufacturing-standards-163855/ - https://www.thefabricator.com/additivereport/news/additive/formnext-announces-winners-of-start-up-challenge MT360 Conference mt360conference.com Benjamin’s Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-moses-b13b44a2/ Amateur Machinist Blog https://swarfysteve.blogspot.com/ Music provided by www.freestockmusic.com
Ben kicks things off by explaining how consumerism could be harmful to industrial tools. Stephen provides a testbed update: despite an improved workholding strategy, he still potentially scrapped another piece of brass. Stephen also touches on his exciting trip to RGM Watches, just outside of Lancaster, PA. Hunker down for this one as Ben and Stephen cover two articles and two research papers! Topics include design for manufacturing, takeaways from a recent robotics conference, a NIST experiment involving hybrid manufacturing, and producing cutting tools with EDM. - https://www.canadianmetalworking.com/canadianmetalworking/article/automationsoftware/design-for-effective-manufacturing - https://www.roboticsbusinessreview.com/events/top-6-business-takeaways-from-robobusiness-2019/ - https://www.nist.gov/publications/force-modeling-hybrid-manufacturing - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0007850610000107?via%3Dihub Benjamin’s Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-moses-b13b44a2/ Amateur Machinist Blog https://swarfysteve.blogspot.com/ Music provided by www.freestockmusic.com
Ben and Stephen start fresh out the gate talking about ADKAR sandwiches. Stephen happily announces that the Pocket NC is up and running at 100% again. The two stepper motors and their pullies powering the B-table have been replaced and it’s time to continue cutting brass. Ben touches on micro accelerometers and their applications in fluids and consumable devices like cutting tools, and then Stephen is fed up with 3D printed foot bridges. Ben attempts to close with the advances in lightweighting, but the two get distracted talking about cars like a bunch of little boys.
- https://phys.org/news/2019-09-world-smallest-accelerometer-era-wearables.html
- https://www.3dprintingmedia.network/3d-printed-frp-pedestrian-bridge/
- https://advancedmanufacturing.org/lightweightings-new-phase/
Ben kicks things off with more home automation fails tracing back to a need for quality checks and communication. Stephen announces a new challenger approaching the testbed, Sam Steele. Together Sam and Elena ran the second ever program at AMT to utilize true 5-axis machining. The testbed update segued into an article about more profitable tool paths. Ben closed with an article regarding design for additive.
- https://advancedmanufacturing.org/more-profitable-toolpaths/
- https://advancedmanufacturing.org/the-best-of-both-worlds-in-the-same-machine/
Elena finally made an icosahedron and Stephen covers the lessons learned. Ben talks about an article covering challenges with processing additive parts and an article about how to use less support material with additive. Steve finishes with an article and a recent DC trip regarding the state of robotics innovation in America.
- https://www.mmsonline.com/articles/meeting-the-machining-challenges-of-additive-manufacturing
- https://www.designnews.com/materials-assembly/stainless-steel-powder-invented-simplify-metal-3d-printing/63877323361140
- https://www.iotforall.com/popping-ai-robotics-hype-bubble/
- https://itif.org/events/2019/07/16/state-robotics-innovation-america-key-driver-productivity-and-competitiveness
Ben talks about going to Disney and being impressed with all their research in drones and autonomy. Stephen presents a use case for remote controlling a robot arm via VR headset. Stephen expresses his excitement for the robot they ordered as well as some new cutting tools he’s looking forward to testing in the Pop-Up Shop. Ben talks about an article about a machine learning approach to fractal analysis. Stephen closes with an article regarding the impact I4.0 has on machine tools.
Ben opens with some lessons learned on automation from a recent visit to the library. Stephen talks about how the testbed got caught in the rain. Ben talks about multiple platforms for additive automated machine learning. Stephen closes with a list of technology words everybody should know. - https://www.crn.com/slide-shows/applications-os/10-cool-platforms-for-automating-machine-learning/3 - https://associationsnow.com/2019/06/tech-talk-25-technology-terms-everyone-should-know/