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Monday, October 14th, 2024
At the bustling IMTS 2024 in Chicago, a city that has long symbolized American industrial prowess, Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Global (HMT) is making waves. Led by co-founder and CEO Jason Jones, the company has pioneered a novel approach to manufacturing that seamlessly integrates additive and subtractive processes. The goal? To push the boundaries of efficiency and scalability in manufacturing while addressing critical gaps in both 3D printing and traditional methods.
“We live at the interface between 3D printing and mainstream manufacturing,” Jones explained during our interview. The “hybrid” in their name is no mere buzzword—it reflects a revolutionary combination of technologies. Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies Global (HMT) focuses on blending additive manufacturing, particularly metal deposition and polymer extrusion, with conventional subtractive techniques like CNC machining. As Jones quipped, “We’re like an athlete that can do more than one sport.”
The company’s approach leverages existing machine platforms from your traditional CNC to gantries and robots, equipping them with deposition heads that allow for both 3D printing and traditional machining within the same system. This unique integration helps streamline production processes and opens up opportunities for industries ranging from power generation and oil and gas to the highly demanding mold manufacturing sector. “We can make things out of more than one material, giving customers the best of both worlds—like using bronze to wick away heat and adding a hard-facing material for durability,” Jones elaborated.
Driving Innovation with Practicality
HMT’s cutting-edge innovations aren’t just theoretical. At IMTS 2024, the company introduced its new Flex 22 head, a tool designed to print inside hard-to-reach areas. According to Jones, this new head is poised to significantly improve manufacturing flexibility. “We’re excited to show the Flex 22 here at IMTS,” Jones noted, gesturing toward the equipment behind him. HMT also unveiled a high-speed laser deposition head that applies ultra-thin metal layers—a breakthrough that could compete with traditional chrome plating methods, which are becoming increasingly regulated due to environmental concerns.
In fact, sustainability is at the core of many of HMT’s innovations. The company’s extra high-speed laser deposition technology (EHLA) offers a cleaner, more efficient alternative to hexavalent chrome, which has been flagged for its human and environmental risks. “We’re offering a way to apply coatings more sustainably, which could have a real financial and environmental impact,” Jones added.
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Tags: 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing, CNC Machining, Hybrid Manufacturing, Metal Deposition, Subtractive Manufacturing
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Friday, March 8th, 2024
In a virtual presentation at Altair’s Future.Industry 2024 event, Sam Mahalingam, the Chief Technology Officer, delved into the platform-centric approach that Altair offers to expedite customers’ digital engineering journey. Mahalingam emphasized the transformative potential of computational intelligence in fostering a connected, safer, and sustainable future.
 Sam Mahalingam, CTO Empowering Digital Transformation
Altair’s commitment to advancing digital transformation through computational intelligence is evident in its platform-centric approach. By harnessing the power of autonomous artificial intelligence and automation, Altair seeks to revolutionize various industries, including aerospace, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.
Mahalingam highlighted the significance of autonomy, defining it as augmented intelligence, continuous learning, and self-optimization. This approach underscores Altair’s vision of democratizing powerful technologies, such as simulation, high-performance computing, and AI, to empower organizations with the tools needed to drive innovation and make data-driven decisions.
HyperWorks: Redefining Engineering
HyperWorks stands out for its ability to address a wide array of engineering challenges within a single, unified platform. Mahalingam emphasized its versatility, enabling users to tackle complex problems spanning multiple disciplines such as structures, motions, fluids, electromagnetics, and electronics.
With HyperWorks, engineers can seamlessly transition between different phases of the design and simulation process, streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity. Its intuitive interface and comprehensive suite of tools empower users to explore new ideas, iterate on designs, and optimize performance with unparalleled efficiency.
What sets HyperWorks apart is its integration of AI solutions and advanced visualization techniques. Mahalingam highlighted how AI algorithms embedded within HyperWorks enable users to achieve unprecedented results, driving innovation and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in engineering design.
Moreover, HyperWorks’ true-to-life visualization capabilities provide users with valuable insights for informed decision-making. By leveraging AI-driven visualization, engineers can gain deeper understanding of their designs, identify potential issues, and explore alternative solutions with greater confidence.
Mahalingam underscored HyperWorks’ commitment to interoperability and open architecture, allowing seamless integration with existing workflows and third-party applications. This flexibility enables users to leverage their preferred tools and methodologies while harnessing the power of HyperWorks for advanced simulation and design tasks.
The platform’s open architecture also facilitates collaboration and knowledge sharing within and across organizations. Engineers can easily collaborate on projects, share simulation models, and leverage collective expertise to drive innovation and solve complex engineering challenges more effectively.
Mahalingam emphasized that HyperWorks is not just a software platform—it’s a catalyst for innovation and success in engineering. With its unparalleled capabilities, intuitive interface, and commitment to interoperability, HyperWorks empowers engineers to push the boundaries of what’s possible, driving breakthroughs and shaping the future of engineering.
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Tags: Altair One, Future.Industry, HPC Works, HyperWorks, RapidMiner
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Friday, February 16th, 2024
The 3DEXPERIENCE World, a gathering that annually brings together the brightest minds in design and engineering, once again showcased groundbreaking innovations and transformative stories from various industries. This year’s event was no exception, offering a treasure trove of insights into how SOLIDWORKS capabilities are being leveraged to push the boundaries of creativity, efficiency, and problem-solving. Here are some of the standout moments and key takeaways from the event.
A New Horizon: The Narrative of Solidworks CEO, Manish Kumar’s Vision at the 3DEXPERIENCE World
On a stage illuminated by the eager anticipation of innovators, designers, and visionaries, Manish Kumar stood poised to address the gathering at 3DEXPERIENCE World. With a calm demeanor reflective of his profound insights into the future of technology, Kumar embarked on a journey to outline a new horizon for businesses and creators alike.
 Manish Kumar, Solidworks, CEO The auditorium, buzzing with the collective curiosity of its attendees, fell into a hushed silence as Kumar began his narrative. He spoke of a future not far from reach, where businesses transcend the traditional confines of product delivery to offer rich, immersive experiences. This vision, he proposed, was not merely an aspiration but a necessity in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The essence of adaptation, Kumar emphasized, lay in embracing change and leveraging technological advancements to redefine innovation.
As the narrative unfolded, Kumar introduced the audience to the story of Proteus Motion, a beacon of innovation that embodied the transformative power of the 3DExperience platform. Proteus Motion, with its groundbreaking sports science equipment, had revolutionized athlete training and testing, condensing the capabilities of a full-scale lab into a singular, ingenious device. Kumar detailed how the seamless collaboration, design efficiency, and rapid iteration facilitated by the platform had propelled Proteus Motion to the forefront of its field. This tale of success served not only as a testament to the platform’s capabilities but as an inspiration for the potential within every innovator in the room. (More on the Proteus Motion Story is covered later in this article).
The journey continued with Kumar exploring the uncharted territories of design and innovation shaped by Artificial Intelligence (AI). With vivid examples, he painted a future where AI-driven initiatives, from virtual twins of homes to AI-generated furnishing proposals, streamline the creative process, inspire new ideas, and expedite decision-making. Kumar’s discourse on AI as a catalyst for design excellence highlighted its critical role in navigating the complexities of modern-day innovation.
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Tags: Dassault Systemes, Proteus Motion, Solidworks, TIGOONA
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Tuesday, September 26th, 2023
As technological innovation continues to redefine industries, additive manufacturing stands out as a transformative force, particularly in product development and manufacturing. Recognizing the crucial role that simulation software plays in mitigating design challenges and expediting development cycles, we reached out to Chris Robinson, Senior Product Manager at Ansys. Robinson provides an insider’s view into how Ansys is revolutionizing engineering simulation in the additive manufacturing landscape, its diverse toolset for tackling complex manufacturing issues, and what the future holds for this burgeoning sector.
Ansys is not just another tech company; it’s a pioneer in engineering simulation. With a global footprint, the company offers an extensive suite of simulation software that enables businesses to design and test their products digitally. “Think about things like mobile devices to cars to airplanes, and frankly, everything in between,” Robinson elaborated. This approach not only minimizes costs but also significantly reduces the time needed for physical prototyping, a benefit Robinson has personally experienced in his career.
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Tags: 3D Printing, AI, AM, Metal Additive Manufacturing, Simulation
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Sunday, May 3rd, 2020
Listen to this entire Podcast at:
https://freakonomics.com/podcast/covid-19-reopen/
Here are some excerpts:
Steve Dubner recently called up Steve Levitt, his Freakonomics friend and co-author. He’s an economist at the University of Chicago — which, like all schools, has moved to remote teaching.
DUBNER: So, Levitt, how’s your sheltering in place going, generally?
LEVITT: Not too bad. I’m lucky I didn’t lose my job and I’m healthy. I don’t really like people that much in the first place so I don’t mind being isolated. So I know other people are really suffering, but I’ve been super lucky.
DUBNER: So let me ask you this: How useful would you say that economists have been so far during this pandemic?
LEVITT: I think economists didn’t really have a very big role in the beginning and the middle, in the sense that it was really more like a medical issue or a policy issue. But I think on the exit from quarantine, economists can be really important because the tradeoffs we’re talking about here are the kind of tradeoffs that regular people don’t think about very much, like the tradeoff between life and death versus economic activity. I think there’s also just a lot of room for economists here to be sensible guides as we think about what will work and what won’t work.
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Tags: COVID-19, Economy, Reopening America
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Wednesday, March 12th, 2014
Article source: Amazon
The Finite Element Methodfor Solid and Structural Mechanics is the key text and reference for engineers, researchers and senior students dealing with the analysis and modeling of structures, from large civil engineering projects such as dams to aircraft structures and small engineered components.
This edition brings a thorough update and rearrangement of the book’s content, including new chapters on:
- Material constitution using representative volume elements
- Differential geometry and calculus on manifolds
- Background mathematics and linear shell theory
Focusing on the core knowledge, mathematical and analytical tools needed for successful structural analysis and modeling,The Finite Element Method for Solid and Structural Mechanics is the authoritative resource of choice for graduate level students, researchers and professional engineers. |
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