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Digital Engineering April 2026
In the latest issue of Digital Engineering, we take a look at the latest innovations in design for additive manufacturing, including the use of natural language inputs, social media cosplayers, and AI integration. The issue also includes a feature…
January Special Focus Issue: Design for Additive
In this Special Focus Issue of Digital Engineering, learn about the latest advancements in design for additive manufacturing, including new software tools, additive in automotive, custom medical devices, and more.
On Monday, the conference starts with a keynote on the opportunities and challenges in progressing additive manufacturing to full part production. The discussion will feature Kevin Creehan, director of Technology Transition, America Makes – National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute (NAMII), National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM); Leo Christodoulou, PhD, director, Engineering Structures and Materials Technology, chief engineer, materials and manufacturing technology, The Boeing Company; and Barbara Negroe, advanced manufacturing initiatives – additive manufacturing, GE Corporate Supply Chain & Operations.
Tuesday looks at the future of manufacturing. Stephen Nigro, president of 3D printing, HP Inc., will take part in Tuesday’s presentation discussing additive manufacturing and how 3D technologies impact the “Factory of the Future.” Joining him in the discussion will be John Vickers, principal technologist, space technology mission directorate, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and Dean Bartles, chief manufacturing officer and executive director, Digital Manufacturing & Design Innovation Institute (DMDII), UI LABS.
The event will also have key presentations on 4D printing in medicine and an industry overview from Terry Wohlers.
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