Episodios

  • Mitsubishi's Patrick Varley on how robots can ease labor shortages

    Mitsubishi's Patrick Varley on how robots can ease labor shortages
    Dec 13 2022
    In our latest Technology Tuesdays podcast, Design World’s Michelle Froese speaks with Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s product marketing manager for mechatronics and robotics, Patrick Varley. In this discussion, we delve into the topic of robotic automation and software provider solutions — and, specifically, how this combination can help ease labor shortages. Patrick explains the significance of consumer personalization and how advanced technology from leading innovators can address the contemporary issues facing today’s manufacturers.
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    19 m
  • Tips on working with copper in additive manufacturing

    Tips on working with copper in additive manufacturing
    Nov 21 2022
    Copper is viewed as a material that will accelerate future aerospace production. For example, the privately funded company Ursa Major delivered a copper-based 3D-printed rocket engine combustion chamber from its additive manufacturing lab in Youngstown, Ohio. A challenge, however, is that the existing supply chain for high temperature metal alloy components is limited. However, development continues.
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    16 m
  • How Additive can help reduce CO2 emissions from industry

    How Additive can help reduce CO2 emissions from industry
    Nov 2 2022
    Several engineering companies say we have the technology to reverse climate change, one of which is using direct air capture. Interestingly, additive manufacturing has the potential to play a major role here.
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    20 m
  • Why Off-Highway is the sweet spot for AC technology in vehicle electrification

    Why Off-Highway is the sweet spot for AC technology in vehicle electrification
    Apr 29 2025
    Electrification is the hottest segment of engineering in the transportation sector right now. And it's impossible to talk about the automotive industry without discussing electric cars. But there are many in industry who feel that commercial and off the highway applications are the real sweet spot for electrification. This segment is a place where real reductions in operating costs, improvements in overall equipment efficiency and reductions in pollution can all be had at the same time. From an engineering perspective, there are several ways to generate horsepower and torque, and the energy comes from a battery as a DC source. But this doesn't mean that engineers are restricted to DC motors. Advancements in power semiconductor technology, combined with sophisticated control algorithms allow modern electric propulsion designers to enjoy the multiple control and efficiency benefits of alternating current, offering better efficiency in this battery dependent segment. Jim Anderton was joined in conversation by an expert in the field, Jonah Leason, electrification product manager with Parker-Hannifin.
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    26 m
  • Why frameless makes sense for critical motor applications

    Why frameless makes sense for critical motor applications
    Sep 16 2024
    Modern machine design is all about delivering higher performance at a lower cost with higher reliability. Delivering these often-conflicting performance characteristics is the mark of a great designer, and for the most common form of industrial motion, rotation, newer applications such as SCARA robots and their end effectors need torque with low mass in the smallest possible footprint. Frameless motors are an ideal choice for applications that are space-limited or must strictly control inertial mass. Kollmorgen frameless motor expert Tom Wood discusses the technology in conversation with Jim Anderton in this podcast.
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    29 m
  • How 3D printing optimizes distributed manufacturing

    How 3D printing optimizes distributed manufacturing
    Mar 27 2024
    The Engineering Research Visioning Alliance (ERVA) published a report on Engineering the Future of Distributed Manufacturing and identifies priorities that can revitalize U.S. manufacturing with sustainability and resilience in mind. In this podcast, Tali Rosman, startup advisor and Entrepreneur-at-Residence at Toronto Metropolitan University, shares how 3D printing plays a role in ERVA’s vision. Tali has worked at Stratasys, led Xerox’s former 3D printing subsidiary, Elem Additive, and now serves as a business advisor with expertise in advanced manufacturing.
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    35 m
  • Electrostatic discharge (ESD) within precision additive manufacturing

    Electrostatic discharge (ESD) within precision additive manufacturing
    Jan 30 2024
    Electrostatic discharge (ESD) within precision additive manufacturing by Design World
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    21 m
  • A look at ultra-precision grinding for micro tool manufacturing

    A look at ultra-precision grinding for micro tool manufacturing
    Dec 18 2023
    Micro tools play a critical role in the manufacturing of medical devices, microelectronics, semiconductors, and any miniature component where precision is essential. Darren Fox, a product manager at ANCA with over 33 years of experience in the cutting tool industry, discusses ultra-precision grinding and ANCA's FX7 Ultra.
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    14 m