A walk through the history and lessons learned of establishing America Makes, the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute. America Makes is the initial flagship of the Manufacturing USA Innovation Institutes and is a public-private partnership jointly funded by the US government and private industry to advance additive manufacturing technologies.
Additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing are poised to change how countless companies design and produce products worldwide. The technology can improve product performance, reduce material and weight, and enhance aesthetics. Applications of AM in the aerospace, medical, energy, automotive, and consumer products industries are very persuasive. Even so, the AM industry must overcome challenges. Costs associated with design for AM, equipment, materials, post-processing, and inspection have slowed adoption.
Wohlers will underscore the vast opportunities and successes provided by AM, while describing key hurdles that need to be overcome.
Mr. Charest’s keynote will focus on the aerospace industry and its Vision 2025 report. He will also cover the topic of trade relationships, in particular the implications of USMCA.
