Returning guests Steven Floyd and Clark Patterson joined the show to discuss progress on the America Makes–funded Affordable and Agile Composite Additive Manufactured Structures (AACAMS) roadmap effort. As the project nears completion, we explore the gaps limiting adoption, manufacturers’ requirements, and priorities that could guide future research and investment.
Clark also shares his work with Azista USA to integrate extreme-temperature composite materials into additive manufacturing platforms. We discuss the opportunities for high-temperature polymer composites, carbon/carbon, and ceramic matrix composites—and the challenges of turning promising materials and processes into reliable production capabilities.
You can learn more by visiting https://www.americamakes.us/america-makes-awards-udri-450k-for-aacams-project-call.
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