We are glad to welcome you all to the top five of the week. While it’s Christmas Day, 3Dnatives has an updated weekly video round-up. Perhaps you’re reading this tucking into your turkey or laying on the sofa after having one too many chocolate coins. Or maybe you don’t celebrate Christmas at all, and you’re looking forward to your weekly dose of additive manufacturing video content. Either way, we’re very glad to have you join us. We have an exciting selection of videos for you this week, from Markforged’s part production, to Volkmann to a 3Dnatives original interview. We hope you enjoy.
Top 1: Markforged’s Part Production
The first video is from Markforged in the USA. It discusses how they use their technology to solve local supply chain problems. They also discuss the possibility of printing their parts. Their 3D printing capabilities are used to cut down on lead time. When they identify a problem, they create the solution. The Markforged team utilized ergonomic principles to create a part that could be used to automate an otherwise manual task. This allowed for faster production and eliminated human problems such as soreness due to manual handling.
Top 2: Sherri Monroe & #Talk3D
Our #Talk3D series has another 3Dnative. Sherri Monroe (aka Additive Manufacturing Green Trade Association) is the executive director of AMGTA. We chatted about her in this video. We spoke with Sherri Monroe about the AMGTA’s goals and objectives, her personal 3D printing journey, and how sustainable manufacturing can use it. If you want an insight into additive manufacturing’s relationship to the environment, check out her thoughts below!
Top 3: Volkmann’s Digitized Production Line
Volkmann in Germany, which produces metal powders, has the next video. The IDAM project, which was conducted by Volkmann, has demonstrated that production lines can all be automated and digitalized. This includes unpacking, preparation, and removal of supports. The project aims to ‘significantly reduce production costs’ through automation. Volkmann is convinced that automation is the future in additive manufacturing. He believes it can work with any 3D printer currently on the market. GKN Additive Bonn has an example of the system. You will find extensive information about the benefits of automation in terms of cost efficiency and productivity.
Top 4: Additive Manufacturing, Central Nantes
It is a good way to learn more about the minds behind 3D printing operations through personal interviews. This video features Tugdual Le Néel, a researcher in additive manufacturing at Central Nantes (a renowned engineering school in France). His background and experiences are all discussed, as well as how 3D printing came about. He talks also about his experiences at Central Nantes as well his current research: Tool path trajectories. The simulations are performed in collaboration with many companies, including SNCF (the French national railroad company).
Top 5: Bridge Testing With Imperial College London
The final video from this week’s round up comes from the renowned university Imperial College London, known for excellence in engineering. Leroy Gardner is Professor of Structural Engineering and Director of Research at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. This talk was recorded by him. He discusses the world’s first 3D printed bridge, now in use in Amsterdam. This video explains the process of creating the bridge using digital modeling, test, engineering, and robotics. This is definitely a more technical video, so if you’re particularly well-versed on engineering this video is perfect for you!
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