In the second part of this two-part episode series of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian welcomes Dr. Edward Herderick, Director of Education and Workforce Development at America Makes, to discuss the maturation of additive manufacturing. They delve into the evolution of the technology, its impact on the industry, and the importance of specialized education to foster a capable workforce. 

Dr. Herderick shares insights on the integration of creative and engineering disciplines, the need for hands-on experience, and the role of the investment community in driving the industry's growth. The conversation also touches on the significance of industry partnerships in reshaping education, making additive manufacturing more accessible, and preparing the next generation of skilled professionals.

01:33 The Evolution of Additive Manufacturing

02:12 Integration of Art and Engineering

05:00 Specialization in Additive Manufacturing

08:44 Industry Trends and Workforce Development

15:25 Additive Manufacturing in Education

39:50 Hands-On Experience and T-Shaped Expertise

50:55 Investment and Market Segmentation

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld is joined by Kimberly Gibson from America Makes for the first part of a two-part series focusing on the advancements and policy drivers in additive manufacturing in the U.S. Kimberly dives into the history and mission of America Makes, provides insights on policy innovation, industrial resilience, and how these factors are converging to reshape U.S. and global manufacturing landscapes. 

Highlighting the critical roles of workforce development, digital manufacturing, and ecosystem integration, Kimberly also discusses the importance of diversifying the industrial base's focus beyond defense and shares updates on current legislative initiatives like the National Defense Authorization Act. Don't miss this in-depth discussion on the transformative potential of additive manufacturing.

00:30 Meet Kimberly Gibson and Ed Herrick from America Makes

01:26 Kimberly's Journey and the Evolution of America Makes

03:35 The Role of America Makes in US Manufacturing

06:28 Challenges and Opportunities in Additive Manufacturing

11:49 The Importance of Digital Manufacturing and Cybersecurity

19:22 Government's Role in Accelerating Additive Manufacturing

25:07 Diversifying Beyond Defense Contracts

28:54 Congress Signals Support for Advanced Manufacturing

29:33 Senate Bill 2214 and the Additive Industry

31:44 Challenges in the Additive Manufacturing Sector

33:41 Right to Repair and Sustainment Issues

35:53 Unprecedented Demand for Additive Manufacturing

37:54 Additive Manufacturing in Various Sectors

43:39 Energy Sector and Additive Manufacturing

46:32 Additive Construction and Future Prospects

49:14 Teaming and Collaboration Opportunities

50:23 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld delves into the technically demanding world of gas turbines with Dr. Ilya Fedorov, an R&D project manager at Siemens Energy. The discussion covers the transformative impact of additive manufacturing on turbo machinery, touching on innovations in combustion systems, turbine blades, and repair processes. 

Dr. Fedorov explains how Siemens Energy harnesses additive manufacturing to improve performance, strengthen supply chains, and embrace green fuels like hydrogen. The episode also explores the rigorous qualification processes for additive components, the development of new materials, and the potential future advancements in the sector.

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00:00 Introduction to Additive Manufacturing in Gas Turbines

01:47 Ilya Fedorov's Journey into Additive Manufacturing

05:00 The Light Bulb Moment: Realizing Additive's Potential

09:49 Siemens Energy's Additive Manufacturing Strategy

15:03 Challenges and Innovations in Gas Turbine Environments

19:25 Additive Manufacturing Applications in Gas Turbines

25:11 Repair and Longevity of Gas Turbine Components

36:52 Qualification and Testing of Additive Components

44:57 Materials and Process Development in Additive Manufacturing

49:39 Future Directions and Challenges in Additive Manufacturing

59:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld welcomes Eythor Eiriksson, founder and CEO of euler, a company revolutionizing process monitoring and quality assurance in additive manufacturing. They delve into how euler leverages AI and data from existing sensors to improve print outcomes without requiring additional hardware. Eiriksson shares his journey from Iceland to founding euler, the company's objectives, and their strategies for problem-solving in the additive manufacturing space.  

The discussion also touches on the practical applications of AI, user experiences, and the future of additive manufacturing technology. Eiriksson talks about euler’s upcoming product launch at Formnext and its potential to transform the industry by providing real-time monitoring and predictive alerts, ultimately aiming to ensure high-quality prints and reduce costly failures. 

00:00 Welcome to Additive Snack Podcast 

00:10 Guest Introduction: Eythor Eiriksson and euler 

01:21 Eythor's Journey and Background 

03:03 Challenges in Additive Manufacturing 

04:43 Founding of euler and Initial Steps 

05:41 Comparison with Tesla's Autonomous Strategy 

07:22 euler's Mission and Vision 

09:35 Product Launch and User Experience 

15:00 Technical Insights and Failure Detection 

28:59 Future of AI in Additive Manufacturing 

42:24 Closing Remarks 

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld delves into the intersection of journalism and additive manufacturing (AM) with Matt Kremenetsky, an analyst from 3Dprint.com. They discuss various aspects of AM, from its breakthroughs and challenges to its role in broader manufacturing ecosystems and supply chains. The conversation covers significant topics including the impact of recent policy shifts, next-wave applications, and changes in the media landscape relating to AM. Matt shares insights on the evolving nature of workforce development and its importance in the manufacturing sector, as well as the future potential for strategic R&D partnerships and investment incentives. 

Listeners gain an in-depth understanding of emerging market applications in defense, data centers, satellite technology, and power grids, highlighting the importance of thermal management as a unique benefit AM can offer. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of current trends and future outlooks in the AM industry.

00:25 Meet Matt Kremenetsky: Analyst for 3DPrint.com

00:52 Diving into Additive Manufacturing Journalism

02:15 Matt's Journey into AM

03:55 The Evolution of AM

06:54 Challenges and Opportunities in Additive Media

10:44 The Role of Additive in Modern Manufacturing

17:26 Workforce Development and Policy in Additive

29:54 Respect for Manufacturing in Germany and Japan

30:44 The Rise of Trade Careers in the US

31:37 Gen Z's Work Ethic and Technology's Impact

34:34 AI's Threat to Entry-Level Jobs

35:42 Policies Supporting Manufacturing Investments

41:42 Strategic R&D Partnerships and Tax Implications

46:23 Future Applications of AM

In this episode of the Additive Snack podcast, host Fabian Feld interviews Christopher Beeson from ExxonMobil, exploring the integration of additive manufacturing (AM) into the oil and gas industry. Christopher shares his personal journey from traditional welding to 3D printing and outlines ExxonMobil's strategic initiatives in adopting additive manufacturing. Key topics include the company's partnerships with universities, the deployment of advanced technologies like laser powder bed fusion and wire DED, and the establishment of a digital supply network to streamline production. 

Christopher also highlights the role of the Louisiana Additive Manufacturing Association in workforce development and discusses the challenges and future potential of scaling additive manufacturing within the sector. The episode concludes with details about the upcoming Additive Manufacturing Oil and Gas Summit in Houston, and the significance of industry collaboration in advancing these technologies.

00:46 Guest Introduction: Christopher Beeson from ExxonMobil

01:36 Chris's Journey into Oil and Gas and Additive Manufacturing

04:53 ExxonMobil's Additive Manufacturing Initiatives

07:45 Scaling Additive Manufacturing Across ExxonMobil

14:35 Field Node and Industry Collaboration

21:07 Applications and Future of Additive Manufacturing

28:26 Urgent Need for Replacement Parts

28:48 Understanding Bubble Caps

29:13 Machinery Anti-Wicking Device

30:24 Additive Manufacturing Projects

33:52 Workforce Development and Partnerships

37:34 Scaling Additive Manufacturing

42:28 Future of Additive Manufacturing in Oil and Gas

43:00 Challenges and Solutions in Additive Manufacturing

51:22 Additive Manufacturing Summit

52:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Additive Snack podcast, host Fabian Alefeld welcomes Dr. Mohsen Seifi, Vice President of Global Advanced Manufacturing Programs at ASTM International. This insightful conversation covers the convergence of additive manufacturing with adjacent technologies such as robotics, AI, and quantum biotech. Dr. Seifi discusses the initiatives led by ASTM to push additive manufacturing forward, the importance of standards, and the role of ASTM in shaping global manufacturing dynamics. 

  
The episode dives into the historical and current role of ASTM, the transformation and strategic acquisitions like that of Wohlers Associates, and the global adoption of additive manufacturing across various regions. The episode also highlights the significant impact of defense sectors on additive adoption, upcoming trends in the industry, and a preview of the 10th-anniversary ICAM conference. The discussion underscores the importance of standardization, workforce development, and the strategic role of data in advancing additive manufacturing.  

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 

03:14 Overview of ASTM and Additive Manufacturing 

07:32 The Role of AI and Data in Additive Manufacturing 

23:14 Global Adoption and Regional Dynamics 

33:03 Collaborative Technology and Industry Challenges 

34:03 Hurdles in Additive Manufacturing Adoption 

38:20 Opportunities in Additive Manufacturing 

44:28 Defense Sector's Role in Additive Manufacturing 

53:09 Global Investments and Resilience in Additive Manufacturing 

57:29 ICAM Conference and Industry Collaboration 

01:02:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld welcomes back Paul Gradl, Principal Engineer at NASA, for a deep dive into the latest advances and challenges in additive manufacturing. Paul shares how NASA has expanded the range of available materials, pioneering alloys like GR COP and GRX 810 for extreme environments, and how these innovations are now being used in industries beyond aerospace. 

The conversation covers the rapid acceleration of material development through advanced modeling and early AI adoption, the technical hurdles of scaling up to larger parts, and the realities of additive manufacturing in space—from lunar construction to the potential of asteroid mining. Paul also discusses the importance of learning from failures, NASA’s commitment to public data sharing, and his passion for mentorship and STEM education, both at work and at home. Whether you’re an industry veteran or new to additive, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. 

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• 2:00 - The Evolution of Additive Materials 
  NASA is expanding material options and redefining what’s possible with additive. 
• 7:45 - Material Highlights & Cross-Industry Applications 
  Paul discusses GR COP, GRX 810, and their applications beyond aerospace. 
• 13:45 - AI, Machine Learning & Accelerating Alloy Development 
  AI and modeling are accelerating how new alloys are developed. 
• 17:50 - Scaling Up: Big Parts & NASA’s Role 
  NASA is driving the shift toward larger, room-sized additive parts. 
• 23:45 - How Much of a Rocket is Additive? 
  Additive plays a growing—but complementary—role in rocket manufacturing. 
• 26:30 - Additive in Satellites, Space, and In-Space Manufacturing 
  Additive is key to building satellites, landers, and lunar systems. 
• 32:00 - Lunar Regolith, Moon Dust, and Asteroid Mining 
  NASA explores using Moon dust and asteroids for future construction. 
• 36:50 - Learning from Failure: Engine Test Stand Story 
  A test stand failure highlights the importance of understanding the process. 
• 43:45 –Metal AM Master Class Announcement 
  Details on Paul and Omar’s upcoming metal AM master class. 
• 46:30 - Mentorship, STEM, and 3D Printing at Home 
  Paul shares how he supports STEM education at NASA and at home. 

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld is joined by Thomas Pomorski, Director of Additive Manufacturing at Ursa Major. Tom discusses his extensive background in additive manufacturing, including his work at Bechtel Plant Machinery and Penn United. He shares insights into Ursa Major's journey in scaling propulsion manufacturing for space and defense, emphasizing the importance of insourcing, quality systems, and the iterative approach in additive development. 

Tom delves into the challenges and solutions in scaling additive manufacturing, including complex parameter strategies, automation, and flexible manufacturing. He also highlights Ursa Major’s products, such as the Hadley and Draper engines, and the company's innovative approach to solid rocket motor manufacturing. The episode concludes with Tom's advice for companies looking to scale additive manufacturing operations and a look into the future of the industry.

01:46 Tom's Journey into Additive Manufacturing

02:04 Early Career and First Additive Roles

04:38 Joining Ursa Major and Initial Challenges

10:11 Vertical Integration and Scaling Challenges

20:14 Advanced Additive Strategies and Collaborations

26:28 Automating Build Setups with Python

26:58 Challenges in Hiring Additive Process Engineers

28:06 Building a Passionate and Skilled Team

29:30 Leveraging Local Talent and Resources

31:17 Collaborating Across the Aerospace and Defense Industry

32:50 URS's Product Portfolio and Additive Manufacturing

35:34 Flexible Manufacturing for Solid Rocket Motors

39:07 Future Developments in Additive Manufacturing

41:35 The Importance of Material Development

46:29 Scaling Operations and Advice for Newcomers

In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld is joined by Mahdi Jamshid and Scott Sevcik of the ASTM Additive Manufacturing Community to discuss significant trends and insights within the additive manufacturing industry. They delve into the history and evolution of the Wohlers Report, various advancements in different sectors like defense and consumer products, and the impact of geopolitical factors such as trade policies on the industry. The discussion also covers the maturity of additive manufacturing, the role of standards and certifications provided by ASTM, and future growth projections. Mahdi and Scott offer a comprehensive view of how the industry has evolved and what to expect in the coming years. 

01:47 History and Evolution of Wohlers Report 

02:54 Wohler Report's Acquisition and Transformation 

06:35 Consulting and Advisory Services 

13:46 Emerging Trends in Additive Manufacturing 

30:28 Challenges and Slowdowns in the Industry 

38:01 Scalability in Hardware vs. Software Investments 

39:07 Impact of Politics and Trade Policies on Additive Manufacturing 

39:55 Complexities and Uncertainties in Global Supply Chains 

46:18 European Union's Defense Spending and Additive Manufacturing 

52:50 Role of Standards in Additive Manufacturing 

01:02:44 Future Trends and Industry Growth Projections 

01:14:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts