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… that. If someone gives me the chance to try something new—especially if it scares me a little—I jump right in. Now that IACMI is working on a new workforce initiative called METAL (Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning) , I’m pushing aside my fears of spilling … Workforce …
… a sustainable domestic manufacturing ecosystem in support of the technology, and to accelerate the growth of the current and future manufacturing workforce. Established in 2015 in San Jose, CA, NextFlex is a public-private partnership supported by the U.S. Department of Defense under a Cooperative Agreement with Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and is part of the Manufacturing USA ® network. “On behalf of NextFlex, I’m delighted to announce Dr. Gamota’s appointment to lead the NextFlex Manufacturing Innovation Institute into its …
… away, we need to find ways to reuse, remanufacture, recover, and recycle them – a circular approach referred to as “Re-X.” The technology development and deployment underway at the manufacturing innovation institutes is critical to this transition. The institutes are building … achieve a 20 percent reduction in weight. A digital twin simulation process allowed engineers to identify potential design flaws early in the development process. It also simulated the behavior of the product in a virtual environment. This helped avoid costly rework and redesign later in … emissions. In 2022, the institutes collectively worked with over 2,500 member organizations to collaborate on more than 670 major technology and workforce research and development projects and engaged over 106,000 people in advanced manufacturing training. State, industry, and federal funds …
… for knee injuries. Working at the Tissue Foundry, STEL has developed a fully-closed, proprietary tissue bioreactor that allows for safe, scalable development of cell-derived therapies. Cell-generated tissue grafts for ACL and rotator cuff shoulder injuries aim to encourage the body’s own … cell and tissue cultures with advances in biofabrication, automation, robotics, and analytical technologies to create disruptive research and development tools and FDA-compliant volume manufacturing processes. These developments have long-term implications for the future of biofabrication and the goal of manufacturing replacement human organs. They are …
… to Congressman Tim Ryan (OH), as ASME Senior Legislative Fellow, on issues related to manufacturing, science and technology, clean energy, and workforce development. He assisted the co-chairs of the bi-partisan House Manufacturing Caucus with 110 Members and worked on legislation and other issues. … of key publications and ASTM and ISO standards. His research on machining of ceramics and dental materials, wear and lubrication of ceramics, development and testing of an implantable blood pump and a novel ultra-high-speed micromachining spindle have been recognized through numerous …
… SXSW Quartet Contends With Last Five Years of Change in Manufacturing Experts with diverse manufacturing backgrounds from the Manufacturing USA network, presenting at the South by Southwest Conference in Austin, Texas, last month, explored U.S. manufacturing, what technologies the next few … co-host of Smart Industry ’s occasional video series, (R)Evolutionizing Manufacturing. CESMII, EPIXC, AFFOA and the ARM Institute are part of a network of 18 nonprofit national consortium-based organizations sponsored by the Departments of Commerce, Energy, and Defense. The Manufacturing … Workforce …
… Awareness about infectious-disease threats, for both early warning and real-time monitoring. Strengthening Public Health Systems – including workforce support, training, and development – in the United States and internationally to respond to emergencies, with a particular focus on protecting the most vulnerable …
… holds seven patents, a reflection of her innovative contributions to the field. Ruby is also a driving force in Photonics and Nano device workforce development. She partnered with colleague Cheryl Schnitzer, MIT, and Bridgewater State University (BSU) to launch a technician training … of the photonics industry—driven by Ruby’s vision, persistence, and belief in the power of education. For her leadership in training programs and work in advancing optoelectronics, Ruby Gu is a Modern Maker. Q&A with Ruby How did you find your way to working in advanced manufacturing? I was fascinated by colorful light when I was young. In high school, I was amazed the first time I saw a green …
… be a $4 trillion industry in the U.S. alone by 2030. Jim has been involved in BioMADE since its inception, and he serves on their Education and Workforce Development Committee. The shared vision of green, sustainable manufacturing prevents climate disruption. It’s on a high-growth curve, which is … Genentech announced it was building the world’s largest cell manufacturing facility in Solano County. Jim immediately saw the need to train local workforce, and began pitching them on research topics that he could teach. He recounts the CEO interrupting him by saying, “No, no, no. All of …
… Litsa Rubino Materials expert, master collaborator, innovation hall of famer Litsa Rubino worked for the same company in the automotive industry for 31 years, but was always rising to new opportunities. Over the course of her career, … your role in it? A diverse range of skills is required in my role, from project management and technical expertise to effective communication and networking. Troubleshooting becomes second nature as you are always looking for ways to solve that one problem or improve that process. What … to grow and innovate. Don't be afraid to ask questions or share your ideas, as collaboration often leads to the best solutions. Build a strong network by connecting with people from various sectors. Understand that even small improvements can make a significant impact, so always strive …