NASF Foundation Research Project #123: Electrochemical Manufacturing for Energy Applications - 10th Quarterly Report
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The NASF-AESF Foundation Research Board selected a project on electrodeposition toward developing low-cost and scalable manufacturing processes for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolysis cells for clean transportation and distributed power applications. In this period, we followed our work on 3D printing anode support for solid oxide fuel cells, focusing on the thermal shock properties of 3D printed yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ).
AESF Heritage: The 2002 Hydrogen Embrittlement Seminar: 3. Hydrogen Management – Averting a Crisis
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This is third of four papers presented during AESF Week 2002 at the Rosen Center in Orlando, Florida on January 30, 2002, as part of the Hydrogen Embrittlement Seminar. This paper covers operational, management and recordkeeping issues related to hydrogen embrittlement. The full paper on this work can be accessed and printed at short.pfonline.com/NASF24Sep3.
Accurate Labor Cost Tracking with Cetec ERP's Time Tracking Features
Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing
Cetec ERP simplifies labor cost tracking on work orders with time logging via barcode scanning, offering accurate data for better cost management and scheduling.
Easy-To-Install Data Acquisition System for Real-Time Monitoring Across Brands
| Modern Machine Shop
cnSEE from All World Machinery Supply combines easy installation and monitoring across multiple machines.
Mantle Stainless Steel Enables 3D Printing of Precision Tooling
Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2024: Mantle’s 420 Stainless Steel allows manufacturers to rapidly produce production-grade tooling during prototyping and product development.
Henry Royce Institute commissions Cygnet Texkimp DEECOM system
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
DEECOM unit will be available to the U.K. academic community and industrial partners for work in reclaiming and reusing composite fibers and resins.
Tooling foam, core excels in uniformity, high temps and repeated curing
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2024: General Plastics Manufacturing Co. returns with advancements to its Last-a-Foam tooling board foam and composite core products.
Ultrasound imaging optimizes vacuum bag leak detection
Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld
CAMX 2024: The handheld Ultra CE by Distran combines acoustic information with a wide-angle optical camera to clearly and reliably detect leaks at a distance.
Velocity Composites receives Nadcap accreditation for U.S. facility
Jessica Pompili | CompositesWorld
Followed by certain site recertification in July, global industry verification of Velocity’s Tallahassee site ensures compliance with aerospace standards.
Composites reinvent transportation
Scott Francis | CompositesWorld
Celebrating National Composites Week, CW shares ways in which composites continue to evolve mass transit.
Break Duo 5600 and 7000 Twin Offer Double Filtration for High Productivity
Matt Stonecash | Plastics Technology
Equipment enhancements offer automatic self-cleaning and constant pressure filtration.
Fastems CNC Automation Solutions Provide Process Flexibility
Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2024: Fastems is featuring its automated manufacturing system portfolio. It is also demonstrating its CNC automation systems and customer case studies.
Safety Strap Secures Parting Lines During Mold Transport, Storage
Fiona Lawler | MoldMaking Technology
Progressive Components introduces its new mold safety strap for safe securing of parting lines during mold transport and storage.
Carbon and Hypsole Creating 3D Printed Athletic Guards for Cleats
Angela Osborne | Additive Manufacturing
Designed for athletes across all levels of competition, the guards work like removable outsoles, transforming cleats into functional, sneaker-like footwear that athletes can wear anywhere, and are compatible with a wide range of cleat models and sports.
Bonus Podcast: Paul Skelton, NASF Palmetto Southeast Chapter
Scott Francis | Products Finishing
An overview of the NASF Palmetto Southeast Chapter 16th Annual Fall Conference — Oct. 9-10, 2024 at Folly Beach, S.C.
Meximold 2024 enfrenta los retos de la industria de moldes
Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México
En la antesala de Meximold 2024, destacados líderes de la industria compartieron su visión sobre los retos y avances del sector de moldes en México. Desde la creciente demanda hasta la necesidad de especialización y escalabilidad en la producción, este evento se presenta como una plataforma clave para el desarrollo de nuevas tecnologías.
ECI Machine Monitoring System Analyzes ERP Data in Real Time
Jessica Pompili | Production Machining
IMTS 2024: ECI Software Solutions features its Alora machine monitoring system for real-time analyzation of ERP data and connection between staff and the shop floor.
Innovaciones de Die-Sep en separación y volteo de moldes en Meximold
Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México
Die-Sep exhibe sus soluciones en separación y volteo de moldes en Meximold 2024, con mejoras en el manejo de moldes de hasta 100,000 libras.
4 Cutting Tool Challenges and Solutions
| MoldMaking Technology
A combination of cutting tool carbide, coating and geometry helps tackle four mold machining challenges and improve cutting performance.
La célula de producción de manufactura de SW North America funciona de forma totalmente automatizada
Eduardo Tovar | Modern Machine Shop México
Las líneas de producción de SW North America están diseñadas para adaptar con precisión los componentes a las cantidades correspondientes.
Hamar Laser Instruments Surface Plate Calibration System Increases Repeatability
Jessica Pompili | Modern Machine Shop
IMTS 2024: Hamar Laser Instruments introduces the L-703SP surface plate calibration system, intended to reduce time for surface plate calibration by 30 to 60%.
Low-cost, efficient CFRP anisogrid lattice structures
Ginger Gardiner | CompositesWorld
CIRA uses patented parallel winding, dry fiber, silicone tooling and resin infusion to cut labor for lightweight, heavily loaded space applications.