Additive Snack

There are thousands of private organizations with an interest in the space industry, prompting a new space race. This has been fueled in no small part by amazing technological developments in and outside the industry. In this four-part miniseries of Additive Snack, we explore the new space race industry, how it got to where it is now, and the role of additive manufacturing in our current environment and the future. In his first episode on space, Fabian Alefeld is joined by Paul Gradl, principal engineer at NASA and one of the most trusted sources of additive manufacturing knowledge in the space industry and beyond.
 
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Key Takeaways:
 
[3:33] Paul explains why he chose a career in the space industry.
 
[7:02] What was the first time AM and space collided and started their joint journey?
 
[13:02] Paul shares some current applications that NASA uses additive manufacturing to enhance.
 
[17:04] Paul describes how NASA works with private companies to accelerate the development curve and the speed of new space innovation.
 
[22:47] NASA has taken on the educator role by publishing an AM book and sharing their additive data.
 
 [27:21] Paul shares examples of failed additive parts that offered important lessons for process improvement.
 
[32:33] What will accelerate the adoption of additive, and what does the future of AM in space look like?
 
[38:37] What would the space race landscape be today without additive manufacturing?

What is Additive Snack?

Join host Fabian Alefeld and a range of guests as they discuss all things additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing news, with interviews and real-world stories to educate and entertain. Each episode, Fabian talks to AM experts, professionals in specialist fields, and 3D printing users from all walks of life to deliver a well-rounded view on the state of AM.

Cut through the confusion surrounding polymer and metal additive manufacturing solutions with our digestible, down-to-earth discussions that deliver insights into common mistakes and best practice tips so you can get a clear understanding of AM — layer for layer.

Whether you’re curious about 3D printing technology for the aerospace industry, a deep dive into post processing, or applications of injection molding — we leave no spare parts behind. We want to provide you with the additive insight needed to stay laser focused and leverage every opportunity 3D printing materials have to offer.

Join us for an Additive Snack and we’ll help you and your business achieve growth and success through the latest developments in AM.

No marketing B.S. and no product pitches. Just the education, inspiration and information you and your organization need to drive business growth, brought to you by global AM leader EOS.

Get ready to feed your AM knowledge and find your path to success!