Additive Snack

The ultimate goal for additive manufacturing (AM) is for those creating, building, and designing for our future to reach for AM as another tool in their toolbox as easily as they would a traditional manufacturing method. To build this trust and knowledge of industrial 3D printing, countless hours of research are necessary.  
 
To learn more about the research being performed at Auburn University that is shaping the future of AM, Host Fabian Alefeld speaks with a distinguished AM figure, Nima Shamsaei. Nima is a Philpott-West Point Stevens professor at Auburn University and Director of the National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence (NCAME). At NCAME, Nima and his team are at the forefront of research and technology and are actively studying the fracture and fatigue behavior of AM materials. In addition, a joint project with the US government and Auburn University is supporting manufacturers to create components for NASA. 
 
Comments about the show or wish to share your AM journey? Contact us at additive.snack@eos-na.com. The Additive Snack Podcast is brought to you by EOS. 
 
Key Takeaways: 
 
[1:39] An interest in mechanical properties led Nima from automotive to pushing the AM envelope with NASA.  
 
[6:33] How Nima detects the fatigue behavior of additive materials.  
 
[9:31] Three challenges of collecting and leveraging additive material data.  
 
[16:19] When cost is not an issue, leveraging additive design maximizes its full potential. 
 
[19:48] Part classifications are based on qualification complexities and the consequence of failure. 
 
[23:21] A joint effort by the US government, Auburn University, and NASA support manufacturers to create parts NASA can use. 

Creators & Guests

Host
Fabian Alefeld

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!