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Each year, Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) is held on the first Friday in October in order to show students, parents, and the public what modern manufacturing is all about. The fourth industrial revolution is rapidly changing our world. New advanced manufacturing technologies bring about whole new careers, requiring a skilled workforce interested in pursuing them. From bioengineers, to data analysts to robotics technicians, and all of the operations in between, there is a place for everyone in manufacturing! Together with the National Association of Manufacturers, The Manufacturing Institute, MEP
… materials that enable power electronics that are used in a range of applications—including industrial equipment, data centers, consumer devices, electric vehicles, and more. Silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) WBG semiconductor technology makes the power electronic modules … energy efficient than those made from conventional semiconductor materials, namely silicon. These high-performance power electronics can increase electric vehicle driving range; help integrate renewable energy into the electric grid; and lead to significant energy savings. “The work PowerAmerica—and its 82 member organizations spanning industry, academia, and …
… to the COVID-19 pandemic. Its community came together in a time of crisis to rapidly develop diagnostic testing capabilities to assist regional hospital systems, enhance domestic supply chains related to testing and personal protective equipment manufacturing, and test approaches for rapid …
… All project team members responding to the RFP must be members of REMADE. For RFP 3, REMADE will allocate up to $11 million toward Research & Development (R&D) aligned with four REMADE Nodes (research focus areas), and approximately $1 million will be allocated to Education & Workforce Development (EWD). The four Nodes that will be supported through any of the research projects that may be selected as a result of the … Promote widespread application of new enabling technologies across multiple industries. Educate, train and develop the incumbent and future workforce to support deployment of REMADE technologies. … Recycling … Reuse …
… Brandon Ribic … Brandon Ribic Strategic Thinker, Life-Long Learner, Leader Brandon Ribic’s career has been built on the cutting edge of materials science and advanced manufacturing. As the Technology Director at America Makes , the … applications. All of these experiences helped me to develop my skills and expertise which have led me to my current role at America Makes. What is the most challenging part of your job? The most challenging part of my job is likely the most fun and exciting part as well. I am very … on are always trying to understand the current state of additive manufacturing technology. My job commonly challenges me to understand what more we (the AM community) can be developing and delivering to advance the state of our understanding. It is very important that the lessons …
… and Technology (PCAST) and supported by multiple voices, to establish a network of manufacturing innovation institutes that would spur the development of advanced manufacturing process and product technologies for the U.S. economy. At that time, Ezell explained, supply chains for advanced technology products shifted overseas, and while the U.S. remained a leader in innovation and research and development, there was an urgent concern about the risks of a declining competitive position. Such risks included falling behind in the … of critical technologies, slowing innovation, a weakening link between manufacturing production and product development, and gaps in vital workforce skills required to succeed in advanced manufacturing. PCAST called for a “whole of government” initiative to partner with industry and …
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… measurement science research for the reproducibility of additive manufacturing (AM) processes. Measurement science research for AM includes the development of test methods, measurement tools and data, physics-based models, and the technical basis for standards for characterizing and … for the digital thread. In addition to measurement science research, AM standards are a primary emphasis, as well as coordination of AM standards development through the ANSI Additive Manufacturing Standardization Collaborative. AM-CPC proposals must outline neutral manufacturing plans to … engagement and participation in project calls by the America Makes membership remains critical to fostering a greater understanding of AM and its development into a prevalent and accepted manufacturing technology,” stated Brandon Ribic, Technology Director, America Makes. “Through our …
… manufacturing. Its institutes have a mission to develop game-changing technology and the skills needed to equip our future U.S. manufacturing workforce. Institutes also provide education and training so that American workers have “improved job opportunities and increased economic … and universities; educators from kindergarten to twelfth grade; manufacturing employees; and transitioning veterans, so that the nation’s workforce will be prepared for a renewal of advanced manufacturing. Institute-led programs have reached about 28,000 people. AIM Photonics , based in Rochester, New York, developed a shared toolkit that has helped members speed up the design and development of photonic devices, which use light instead of electricity to enable faster performance and new capabilities. PowerAmerica , in …
… of driving biopharmaceutical manufacturing innovation hits home - ever more clearly. As we all recognize NIIMBL’s focus on technology and workforce innovation, it is worth reflecting on the potential ramifications of the coronavirus pandemic on the biopharmaceutical manufacturing workforce. It is also time to begin thinking about how we, as a community, can stay ahead of the game and mitigate risk. Stepping back to … point with respect to growth. In looking at my home state of North Carolina as a representative ecosystem, the evidence is there. A recent workforce assessment [1] completed by the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) recognizes the potential for 5,000 new biopharma jobs …
… … Seeking Experts to Inform Bioindustrial Manufacturing Curricula BioMADE is seeking Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to collaborate on curriculum development for projects accelerating workforce readiness in bioindustrial manufacturing. The projects are developing plug-and-play modules for community college curricula and building … and related equipment and instrumentation Share existing resources (articles, videos, SOPs, regulations, case studies, etc.) to inform content development Review outlines, design documents, and curricular materials for technical accuracy and authenticity Attend meetings with the …