Advanced Manufacturing (Page 13)

Navigating the Engineering Demands of E-mobility Vehicle electrification – once considered a trend related primarily to the manufacturing and assembly of batteries – now affects nearly every aspect of today’s vehicles. As the demand for vehicle electrification rapidly increases, manufacturers and suppliers face an array of engineering challenges. To help manufacturers prepare for and navigate...

Continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites (CFRTPCs) are increasingly being used in aerospace, automotive, and oil & gas (O&G) due to their low cost, recyclability, complex shape adaptability, high strength, and low weight. The CFRTPC market worldwide is projected to grow by US$634.1 million, driven by a compounded growth of 8.3%. Continuous Carbon Fiber displays the potential...

Last month, EWI introduced the Remote Planning Service for Automation, a low-risk, low-cost, consultative program that helps manufacturers quickly assess and develop plans to implement automation into their production processes. The service offers an interactive, online, team-to-team approach to resource assessment, process review, production line modification, and work cell design. A Remote Planning Service engagement...