Market Moves: Manufacturing - Feb 17th, 2024
 
 
When is additive manufacturing the right move?
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February 17, 2024
From the Editor

Innovation and technology are the theme of this edition of Market Moves Manufacturing, starting with circularity, which may be a solution to persistent resource scarcity. We'll also continue delving into AI’s place in the manufacturing sector: Recent reports show where its greatest strengths may lie, and a major company plans to automate some operations with AI-powered robots.

In the aerospace world, the FAA is adopting a new “audit-plus” system to oversee plane manufacturing. Meanwhile, a fun-sized 3D printer is bringing the latest manufacturing technology to space. 

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92% of industrial businesses are strapped for critical resources, with raw materials topping the list.
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The agency will shift from an audit-based oversight to an inspection-focused approach.
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