The innovative and intricate world of Digital Foam is an evolution of polymer lattice structures. In the past, developing applications for polymer lattice structures, especially for performance applications, has been challenging. Challenges include aspects of design, printing, post-processing, and materials. All the value chain elements influence each other, adding more complexities. 

In this special episode, Host Fabian Alefeld speaks with four panelists from the Digital Foam Architects Network about the full process chain and the complexities and opportunities of Digital Foam. Joining the panel discussion are Pierre Gonnetan, business development manager at Arkema, Mike Schorr, general manager at DyeMansion, Nick Florek, CEO of General Lattice, and Dr. Dave Krzeminski, senior Additive Minds consultant at EOS. The goal of the Digital Foam Architects Network is to increase accessibility, scalability, and speed up development for performance-based lattice structures.  

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Key takeaways: 

[3:08] The history of polymer lattice structures and methodologies of production with Nick Florek 

[7:54] Dave Krzeminski on overcoming the challenges of an ever-changing technology 

[15:00] Objectives and initiatives of the Digital Foam Architects Network 

[19:41] Pierre Gonnetan on the material landscape and key drivers for digital foam applications 

[31:03] Mike Schorr on the importance of post-processing aspects of Digital Foam.  

[38:41] Mike Schorr explains the complex process of creating uniformity in powdering, coloring, and smoothing polymers.  

[48:48] Nick Florek unpacks the coordination and parameters of the digital design phase.  

[56:23] Additional industrial opportunities for Digital Foam applications.  

Resource Link:  

Arkema 

EOS 

DyeMansion 

General Lattice