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Laser and electron beams as energy sources for 3D printing? It might sound like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s all happening at Neighborhood 91, an additive manufacturing campus in Pittsburgh.
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As part of the Neighborhood 91 community, Cumberland Additive is unlocking the power of additive manufacturing (also known as 3D printing) for its customers in aerospace, defense, space, energy, and soon, medical.
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In fact, Cumberland Additive and JEOL USA recently announced that Cumberland’s Neighborhood 91 facility in Pittsburgh will be the first installation in North America of JEOL’s new Electron Beam Melting (EBM) Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) system. This new metal 3D printed e-beam system will expand capabilities, primarily for serial production of parts.
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To learn more, we sat down with Bill Freyvogel, VP, Business Development & Marketing at Cumberland Additive, to discuss the company’s vision, capabilities, and how additive manufacturing will change the face of manufacturing as we know it.
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There is no doubt that research and knowledge discovery can have a profound impact on society.
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Leading the conversation on the challenges and opportunities of sustainable energy is Dr. Robert Wagner, Director of Buildings and Transportation, Science Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
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As the winner of the 2023 SAE Medal of Honor, Dr. Wagner believes in the power of collaboration and connecting thought leaders from diverse disciplines across industry, academia, research laboratories and governments. In his role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Dr. Wagner empowers teams to pursue scientific breakthroughs in sustainable energy as part of the organization’s wider mission to ensure America’s security and prosperity.
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From EVs to new energy technologies to infrastructure, we sat down with Dr. Wagner for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of sustainable energy—from a scientific perspective.
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SAE Awards honor the very best in mobility, recognizing the extraordinary achievements of executives, engineers, students, and educators. If you want to learn more, serve on a selection committee, or nominate a deserving colleague---or yourself---send an e-mail to awards@sae.org.
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There is no doubt that autonomous trucks will have a transformative impact on the logistics industry. But what is the current state of AV trucking and how will it commercialize and scale?
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Join Grayson Brulte, Host of SAE Tomorrow Today, as he sits down with Lee White, President of LM White Consulting for insight into the future of autonomous trucking. With four decades of experience, Lee works with fleets, OEMs, and carriers in developing forward-looking strategies, business models, and roadmaps for AV operations.
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Continue this conversation with Lee White. Join his SAE course Autonomous Technology in Long-Haul Trucking launching December 4-5, 2023. Seating is limited—register today!
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By combining electric power, digital intelligence, and autonomous driving technology, one company is transforming the world of shipping and freight management for good.
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Founded in 2016, Einride designs, develops and deploys technologies for freight mobility. The company’s offerings include an intelligent platform, Einride Saga, alongside electric and autonomous fleets, charging infrastructure, and connectivity networks.
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In 2022, the company became the first to operate a fully electric autonomous heavy duty vehicle without a driver on board in an operational pilot on U.S. public road. By developing a completely bespoke autonomous truck, Einride offers customers a clean, safe, and efficient way to ship.
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To learn more about the future of intelligent freight, we sat down with Tim Dawkins, Senior Safety Director, Einride, to discuss the company’s interconnected ecosystem and how it enables faster, greener, and cheaper freight.
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All-electric flight will soon become a reality—and one company is building the infrastructure that will enable it to scale and commercialize.
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As a pioneer in sustainable high-speed air mobility, Lilium is one of the only all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) companies seeking dual certification with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Since 2015, the company has designed, built, and tested five generations of proprietary technology.
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The Lilium Jet can adapt for a range of customers and uses. The most spacious cabin arrangement is designed for private flights and includes luxurious club seating. Alternatively, the cabin can be configured with six seats for passenger flights, or without seats to serve the zero-emissions logistics market.
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For insight into Lilium’s technology and the future of air mobility, we sat down with Alastair McIntosh, Chief Technology Officer, Lilium, to discuss the company’s revolutionary electric propulsion system, decarbonizing aviation, and the path toward eVTOL commercialization.
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Long regarded as one of the most influential women in NASCAR, decorated auto racing engineer Alba Colón came to Hendrick Motorsports as Director of Technical Partnerships after a storied career with General Motors that spanned more than two decades.
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Under Colón’s leadership, Chevrolet was the most dominant manufacturer in the NASCAR Cup Series, amassing 286 race wins, 12 driver championships and 14 manufacturer titles. Since joining Hendrick Motorsports in 2018, the team has won 48 races and 2 driver championships. If history is any guide, many more are in store.
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From her early years in Puerto Rico to taking part in her first Formula SAE competition, we sat down with Alba to discuss her passion for motorsports and her dedication to advancing women in engineering  which won her the prestigious Rodica Baranescu Award for Technical & Leadership Excellence from SAE International in 2022.
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SAE Awards honor the very best in mobility, recognizing the extraordinary achievements of executives, engineers, students, and educators. If you want to learn more, serve on a selection committee, or nominate a deserving colleague---or yourself---send an e-mail to awards@sae.org.
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