By adopting space industry best practices, the aviation industry can fully leverage AM to push the design boundaries of aircraft manufacturing. Is widespread adoption the key to realizing the full benefits of this transformative technology? 

To explore how AM impacts the aviation industry, Host Fabian Alefeld welcomes back SpaceX alum and current Head of Manufacturing and Quality at JetZero, Tim Berry, to the podcast. Tim shares his expertise on how JetZero is pioneering the new era of aircraft design, how advancements in the space industry are powering innovations, and how AM can change the aviation industry to make it better. 

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Key Takeaways: 

[1:30] JetZero is creating commercial jets featuring blended-wing bodies and sustainable fuel technology. 

[10:14] Additive unlocks design and material opportunities for the aviation industry. 

[22:40] The challenges related to additive manufacturing that keep Tim up at night. 

[30:50] Promising advances in additive manufacturing that will change the future of aviation. 

[37:27] How to raise awareness and implement additive manufacturing within an organization. 

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