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The move to digital manufacturing. Author: Rachael Dalton-Taggart. Tooling and Production, April, 2005. An extensive background article on the integration of computing with the manufacturing process. Nothing specifically about additive fabrication, but this is the digital foundation for wider adoption. SolidWorks Prints Directly to Solids. Author: Anon. Desktop Engineering, January, 2005. 3D Systems has integrated SolidWorks with its InVision 3D printer, and SolidWorks has incorporated service bureau functions directly into its software. 3D Printing Provides Benefits throughout Product Development. Author: Terry Wohlers. Time Compression Technologies, Jan. 2005. The affordability of 3D printers makes it possible to increase communication in an organization from concept through production and over great distances. Best practices for Using Rapid Prototypes. Author: Paul Dvorak. Machine Design, 8/19/2004. "Sub-titled: Model early, model often, and pass the prototype around," this article discusses the nuts and bolts of using RP in the design process. For example,.at what time of day should you turn on the machine? From Drab to Fab: Formerly style-impaired manufacturers like Whirlpool and Master Lock are now cranking out great-looking stuff. Author: Jason Tanz. Fortune, Dec 8, 2003. [Link is to a copy of the article on the Design Continuum web-site.] Good design permits companies to compete on more than just price. RP provides the ability to understand and quickly iterate the process. The Real Cost of RP; What to consider before bringing RP in-house. Authors: Terry Wohlers and Todd Grimm. Time Compression Technologies, March, 2002. With declining prices of RP systems, it's still important to consider the less obvious ongoing costs before making a decision to purchase. Justify your ROI. Authors: Steve Krar and Arthur Gill. Advanced Manufacturing, Magazine, 1/22/02. The authors discuss the justification of manufacturing technology investment, including rapid prototyping. Several cases are described and references are provided. Have 3-D Printers Found Their Place in the Moldmaking World? Author: John Connolly. Time Compression Technologies, Nov. 2001. Discusses the use of concept modeling to produce quick turnaround parts for visualization and as aids in tool fabrication. Shop Controls Its Own Destiny. Author: Chris Koepfer. Modern Machine Shop, Nov., 2000. The Hamilton Sundstrand Division of United Technologies has knocked 25% off the lead time for castings by using solid modeling software, verification and rapid prototyping.
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