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The Symposium on Medical Devices of the Future – What’s Needed for Fatigue, Fracture Resistance, and Durability of Exoskeletons and Exosuits? will be held Nov. 1–2, 2022, at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, New Orleans (Louisiana, USA). The symposium is sponsored by ASTM International’s committees on fatigue and fracture (E08), medical and surgical materials and devices (F04), and exoskeletons and…
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Today, ASTM International announced its new slate of funded Research to Standards (R2S) projects that support ASTM’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) and its mission to advance acceleration of AM standardization and industrial adoption. Two project calls were completed in 2021, the Request for Ideas (RFI) and the Call for Projects (CFP). These investments mark ASTM…
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Today, Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International, announced the publication of, Wohlers Report 2022, . This marks the 27 th consecutive year of publishing the industry-leading annual report. It provides new content and expert analysis on additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing worldwide. Research for, Wohlers Report 2022, shows AM industry growth of 19.5% in 2021. This is up from 7.5% growth in 2020, which was impacted greatly by the pandemic. “As expected, the industry has returned to a period of advancement and investment,” said Terry Wohlers, head of advisory services and market intelligence at Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International. “This expansion cuts across aerospace, healthcare, automotive,…, Wohlers Report 2022, : Scaling AM into production; Workforce development and sustainability; Women in 3D Printing; Ground-breaking R&D programs Reports from industry experts in 34 countries; and The future of AM. Wohlers notes that, Wohlers Report 2022, provides readers with a competitive edge through insight, analysis, trends, and forecasts. It serves as a tool for decision making and knowledge acceleration. The foundation of the 425-page report is 26 years of data and market intelligence, coupled with a vast network of contacts worldwide. As the technology and industry mature, a growing number of companies are using AM for custom products…, Wohlers Report 2022, shows. Figure 1: Growth of polymer powder (yellow) compared to photopolymers (orange) in millions of dollars. Source: Wohlers Reports 2022 The report includes details on 147 early-stage and corporate investments and 75 mergers, acquisitions, and initial public offerings. More information on, Wohlers Report 2022, is available here . ", Wohlers Report 2022, was created with the support of 260 service providers, machine manufacturers, and producers of third-party materials," notes Wohlers. "A team of 93 co-authors and contributors from 33 countries provided expert views and perspective.” Figure 2: The front cover of the new report., About ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE), Formed in 2018, the AM CoE is a collaborative partnership among ASTM International and organizations from industry, government, and academia, that conduct strategic R&D to advance standards across all aspects of AM technologies. The center aims to accelerate the development and adoption of robust, game-changing technologies by supporting standardization, developing training and certification…, About ASTM International, Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. We integrate consensus standards – developed with our international membership of volunteer technical experts – and innovative services to improve lives… Helping our world work better., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11381 ###
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Global standards organization ASTM International launched a new student chapter at UCLan, the University of Central Lancashire, in Lancashire, England. Nearly two dozen UCLan students, faculty, and ASTM representatives recently attended a virtual kickoff to launch and celebrate the new chapter. UCLan Student Chapter members will be ASTM student members and can apply for student project grants and…
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ASTM International’s additive manufacturing (AM) technologies committee ( F42 ) is developing a proposed standard that will help to control the cleanliness of metal powder feedstock used in AM processes and thus ensure quality of final AM components. The proposed standard will help AM users to perform cleanliness assessment of unused and re-used powders. According to ASTM International member…
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Today, ASTM International’s Exo Technology Center of Excellence (ET CoE) debuted a new survey aimed at confirming gaps and opportunities in medical exoskeleton certification, standards, and best practices. Recognizing that medical exoskeletons have the potential to transform physical rehabilitation and patient handling, the ET CoE team is looking for participation from medical practitioners to…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11370 ###
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Presentations are invited for the 2022 ASTM International Conference on Additive Manufacturing (ICAM 2022), hosted by the ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) and supported by more than a dozen ASTM technical committees. The conference will be held Oct. 31 – Nov. 4, 2022, at the JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa (Orlando, Florida, USA). ICAM is…, Media Inquiries:, Tessa Sulkes, tel +1.610.832.9677; icam@astm.org Release #11366 ###
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Representatives of global standards organization ASTM International and the National Safety Council (NSC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) supporting advanced and emerging technology. The MoU is intended to promote the advancement of technologies including exoskeletons and exosuits (exo), robotics, automation, and autonomous systems and to ensure that standards address key safety…, About ASTM International, Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. We integrate consensus standards – developed with our international membership of volunteer technical experts – and innovative services to improve lives… Helping our world work better., About the National Safety Council, The National Safety Council is America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate – and has been for over 100 years. As a mission-based organization, we work to eliminate the leading causes of preventable death and injury, focusing our efforts on the workplace, roadway and impairment. We create a culture of safety to not only keep people safer at work, but also beyond the workplace so they can live…, ASTM Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org , NSC Media Inquiries:, Erin McDermott; 630-775-2037; media@nsc.org Release #11350 ###
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ASTM International’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) is participating in three new America Makes projects aimed at advancing the adoption of additive manufacturing. These projects, totaling over $1 million in combined efforts, address critical aspects of the additive manufacturing industry, including training, inspection, qualification approaches, and in-process monitoring. “…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11349 ###
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Today the ASTM International Exo Technology Center of Excellence (ET CoE) debuted its inaugural annual report which highlights the organization’s vision, team, partnerships, acceleration projects, accomplishments, and key metrics. The inaugural ET CoE annual report, available here , includes information on the organization’s scope of work, team structure, and an expansive list of diverse partner…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11345 ###