In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: …
Not the Squishy Stuff: A Look at Innovations in Rigid Foam
EVP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent, hosts this Material Seminar, Not the Squishy Stuff: A Look at Innovations in Rigid Foam. He'll discuss rigid vs. flexible foams, talk about bio-based versions, share …
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Open Cell and Closed Cell Foams
In this series, Jennifer Gumpert, our VP of Business Development and Operations, walks us through material terms and concepts that are used frequently, but not always understood. This week: open cell …
Start with the Question: Can I Foam It?
In this Ask an Expert, EVP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent, shares one of the first questions he'll ask when discussing a material for a new project: "Can I Foam It?" …
Additive Manufacturing – Beyond Prototyping
VP of Research, Dr. Gayatri Keskar, hosts this Material Seminar: Additive Manufacturing – Beyond Prototyping. She'll take a look at production ready solutions, discuss the unique benefits of hybrid …
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Manufacturing of Tomorrow
EVP of Research, Dr. Andrew Dent, hosts this Material Seminar: Manufacturing of Tomorrow. He offers insights into current manufacturing trends, technologies to pay attention to, and what can be …
Miniscape: Future Textiles
In this Miniscape Material Specialist Jessica Brenner will discuss the future of customizable textiles. We have been seeing a rise in the automation of everything from textile processing to …
Eye On: Made in Space
In this Eye On, VP of Research, Dr. Gayatri Keskar, shares some out of this world insight on brands and manufacturers that are working in the Space-for-Earth and Space-for-Space Economies. What does …
Material Profile: Soliquid
In the construction industry, existing manufacturing processes for concrete can have many issues including inaccurate estimates, delays, misfabrication, and waste. Precast concrete, where concrete …
Material Innovation: A Sustainable Future
On March 11, 2021, Material Specialist, Jessica Brenner spoke with the American Academy of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) Chapter at the Fashion Institute of Technology. Her presentation …
Trends to Follow in 2020
In 2019 there was increased awareness around several sustainability trends, including circular economy, plastic consumption, and climate change. Today, we're looking at some of the top trends we …
Material (R)evolution: Connected
Connected is an exploration of the latest materials, processes and technologies that are influencing the world of flexible electronics. Included in this world are smart fabrics, e-textiles, printed …
Materials Report: Materiality of AI / Soft Robotics
Creating robots that can come closer to matching people’s fine motor skills in manipulating materials and small parts is the future of the robotics industry. Material ConneXion explores the …
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Materials Report: Structural Electronics
The evolution of structural electronics has followed a similar path to the world of e-textiles, and promises the same benefits: seamless integration of electronic components, sleeker design, and …
Dr. Andrew Dent Discusses IDC on CNN Philippines
Hosted by the Design Center of the Philippines in Makati, the 3rd annual International Design Conference focused on Design Futures, with the goal to spark the conversation and drive the importance of …
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