Additive Snack

New Era for Design Manufacturing


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Companies can struggle with taking on a challenging AM project without a solid education or a complete understanding of the technology. Focusing on understanding the technology with all its opportunities and its limitations can help companies identify applications where AM can add value for a positive business case. Starting simple to get some early wins is the key to unlocking all of the possibilities of AM. In this interview from the IMTS+ Creators Lounge, Additive Snack host Fabian Alefeld interviews Duann Scott the founder of Bits to Atoms and creator of the DfAM substack. They discuss new materials, new design tools, new business models, and the impact AM can have on the world.


Comments about the show or wish to share your AM journey? Contact us at [email protected]. The Additive Snack Podcast is brought to you by EOS.


Key Takeaways:


[2:06] Duann shares his intentions of educating people about the design aspect of additive manufacturing.


[4:40] Duann created the DfAM substack as a way to get information out there with no gatekeepers, no filters, and no corporate narrative.


[7:16] Duann’s advice for individuals and companies when beginning the design process for 3D printing. 


[9:20] The MITxPRO AMx course is critical for educating designers and accelerating the growth of the AM industry.


[13:04] Duann shares thoughts on how to get the current and future manufacturing workforce interested and educated about additive manufacturing. 


[22:15] The efficient use of energy is one of the biggest impacts AM can have to create a better future. 

Shareables:


“Do something easy. Get an easy win to understand what is possible.”— Duann Scott of Bits to Atoms on how to start a design for 3D printing


“It’s not a magic box. It can do a lot but you need to put in a lot of work to make it happen.”— Duann Scott, Founder, Bits to Atoms


“Manufacturing can be a cool job. You get to make things which are substantial and change people's lives significantly.” — Duann Scott, Founder, Bits to Atoms  


“The risk of a project failure, if you overdo it, can actually overshadow the whole additive manufacturing journey.”— Fabian Alefeld, Host of the Additive Snack podcast

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