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3D Metal Printing Applications on the Rise

November 1, 2019 · Metal 3D printing is growing rapidly thanks to advancements in additive manufacturing technology and in materials among other advances.

Why Digital Transformations Fail

November 1, 2019 · The first question an enterprise should ask is: “Are we resilient?”

Graphene-Based Innovations for Smart Homes

October 1, 2019 · With all of the smart home technologies already on the market, the implementation of graphene and related materials is poised to further enhance the smart home offering.

Real-Time Simulation for a Faster, Better Design

October 1, 2019 · A new generation of technologies is making simulation and test more accessible than ever.

Speeding with Caution

October 1, 2019 · Relating the speed sketching process to simulation and analysis.

Material Concerns in a Complex Design World

October 1, 2019 · The use of more composite materials, the emergence of generative design approaches, new simulation tools and the adoption of various additive manufacturing (AM) solutions are playing a role in increasing this complexity.

A More Open, Accessible Future

September 1, 2019 · Our focus on democratization in this issue is pointing to the future, but also telling an old story.

A Fond Farewell

August 1, 2019 · Looking forward to seeing what changes the design engineering community tackles next.

Why BOM Management Matters

August 1, 2019 · Late product introductions and wasted time are a couple of the negative consequences of a problem oft preventable with more proactive bill of materials management practices.

NAND Flash Finds a Home in the IoT

July 1, 2019 · Advances in the technology now let NAND flash memory offer faster throughput, greater flexibility and better price points per byte, opening the door for its use as primary storage.

Software is Still Hungry

July 1, 2019 · Integrating software and embracing digital transformation pose unique challenges.

Prepare for Reshoring

June 1, 2019 · Learn how small- to medium-sized manufacturers can prepare for a manufacturing resurgence driven by reshoring and regulatory changes.

What Speed Needs

June 1, 2019 · One way to change the culture is to connect different stakeholders in a collaborative environment.

Pros and Cons of CAE in the Cloud

June 1, 2019 · Using a flexible cloud lets us match capability to the needs of the user.

Simulation Transition: Materials

June 1, 2019 · It is fundamentally essential to understand how your simulation software incorporates the mechanical properties of materials.

Creating an Origami Sensor Array

May 1, 2019 · The rise of the Internet of Things, the growing role of printed electronics and the increasing number of technologies that mimic nature have all shaped the system’s development.

The Cart Before the Autonomous Car

May 1, 2019 · Adopting a new technology causes a ripple effect that can disrupt tried-and-true workflows and even entire industries.

Simulation Transition: Meshing Nuts and Bolts

May 1, 2019 · It’s essential to understand the fundamentals of how to adjust a mesh to obtain accurate and reliable results.

Morphing 3D-Printed Architectures into 4D

April 1, 2019 · No longer will designers focus solely on dimensions like height, width and depth.

Trust, Technology and Being Human

April 1, 2019 · An engineering workflow needs to take human nature and the pros and cons of software recommendations into account.


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