{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Additive Snack","title":"Why Ursa Major is Betting Big on Additive Manufacturing","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3249,"description":"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. \nTom 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.\n01:46 Tom's Journey into Additive Manufacturing\n02:04 Early Career and First Additive Roles\n04:38 Joining Ursa Major and Initial Challenges\n10:11 Vertical Integration and Scaling Challenges\n20:14 Advanced Additive Strategies and Collaborations\n26:28 Automating Build Setups with Python\n26:58 Challenges in Hiring Additive Process Engineers\n28:06 Building a Passionate and Skilled Team\n29:30 Leveraging Local Talent and Resources\n31:17 Collaborating Across the Aerospace and Defense Industry\n32:50 URS's Product Portfolio and Additive Manufacturing\n35:34 Flexible Manufacturing for Solid Rocket Motors\n39:07 Future Developments in Additive Manufacturing\n41:35 The Importance of Material Development\n46:29 Scaling Operations and Advice for Newcomers\n ","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/27ZYLdyZ8MHWZlxUWh87sIQyB5ttPhwcP3_CmUBDsv0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzE2NDk0LzE3MDU5/NDgwMjItYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}