Automotive
Military Strategies
Cutting Tool Engineering Contributing Editor Bill Kennedy offers a video supplement to the October cover story, which looked at how small shops are taking advantage of big opportunities by making military parts.
Making magnesium auto parts
Video submitted by Fraunhofer Institute shows a testing geometry, or tank, being formed using a tool with different radii at die and punch for researching critical dimensions.
FANUC Connectivity: A Focus on Fast Atom
FANUC FA America's Paul Webster provides a tour of the company's Fast Atom plant floor management/connectivity system. In addition, Webster explains how the company is extending its assistance to help keep legacy equipment connected.
Automotive market adopts rapid prototyping
Producing prototype automotive parts via 3D printing helps reduce time to market while boosting vehicle quality and fuel efficiency.