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Sweep, developed by Scanse.io, is a sensor that detects and avoids obstacles using LiDAR – (Light Detection and Ranging). LiDAR is a surveying method that measures distance to a target by illuminating the target with a laser light. LiDAR is used in meteorology, mapping, surveying, and guidance with military, construction and transportation applications. In the air or on land, it is essential for robotic vehicles to navigate safely – Tyson and the co-founder of Scanse could not find a LiDAR scanner that was powerful enough and easy to use for under $1000, so they made it their mission to develop one. Scanse began raising money on Kickstarter to manufacture the Sweep, a scanning LiDAR sensor with 360 degree sensing capabilities. Drones and ground robots use Sweep for sense and avoidance as well as navigation and mapping. Its powerful sensing modality and low cost LiDAR is being used in developing autonomous wheelchairs to bring mobility and independence to persons who do not have the ability to operate a mechanical wheelchair. Sweep is an excellent fit for high school robotics programs. It is easy to set-up, affordable and allows students to explore mapping and navigation problems with little prior experience. The applications for the Sweep are limitless. Scanse is working on a 3D scanner – updates on their progress are available on their website. The Sweep Scanner is available for purchase on their website January 2017. Listen to this fascinating interview and help us reach more people by sharing this podcast.
Optomec sells industrial-grade 3D Printers that use two, patented, unique technologies: * Lens – uses powdered metal with high powered laser to produce new metal parts from a CAD model; rapid prototyping of parts; and/or repair or coat broken metal parts. Metals included stainless steel, titanium, alloys, etc. * Aerosol Jet – used for electronic materials – conductive ink, semiconductor materials, dielectric materials, materials used by consumer electronic manufacturers to make consumer electronics. – Aerosol Jet can also print electrical and biological components onto 2D & 3D surfaces – eg electronic circuitry into a cell phone case. Optomec provides training, service and customized support for their machines and technlogies. They also maintain and update the software, provide remote application support, as well as web based support and preventive maintenance
Factom™, based in Austin, Texas, is a distributed, decentralized protocol layer running on top of Bitcoin that allows data of any kind to be memorialized, anchored, time-stamped, and cryptographically secured using Bitcoin's blockchain and tremendous network hashrate. In addition to these benefits, Factom allows the storage of data extremely efficiently, due to its use of Merkle Trees. Brian Deery, Factom's Chief Scientist, discusses the motivation and mission of Factom, according to Brian, Paul Snow, and others involved in the company. Brian's wealth of knowledge about blockchain technology and the Bitcoin Blockchain can be overwhelming, even to experienced listeners, but this interview is well worth listening to, if you want to further your knowledge in this industry.
Justin's background as a dental technician and the owner of his own clinic, led to Arfona and 3D printed dentures. Dentures made in traditional dental labs are a time consuming and expensive process, but no longer, because of 3D printing. Flexible polymers have been used by dental professionals for years. The advancements in 3D printing have created an entirely new way to fabricate partial dentures and full dentures. Arfona produces 3D flexible partials through an additive manufacturing process using their r.Pod™ dual extrusion printer. These flexible partials are combined with custom milled denture teeth for a functional product that looks great. CAD/CAM dentures have been available for several years, but not widely used due to cost limitations. Arfona offers dental labs several options for producing digital full dentures. Justin's father, also a dentist, invented Valplast, the material used in making dental prosthetics; he also started Master Touch Dental Lab. Valplast is the material used in the r.Pod™ for dental applications and Master Touch Lab is used by Arfona to develop and test new materials and 3D printing applications. The r.Pod™ is in production and will soon be available to the public via the website www.arfona.com. To learn more about the company and its offering listen to the complete interview and make sure to subscribe, share and review this podcast.
Stratasys has been at the forefront of 3D printing and innovation for more than 25 years. Because they are the largest 3D Printing Solutions Company, they are able to imagine, design, iterate and replicate freely by offering a complete range of additive manufacturing (aka 3D printing) materials; From clear plastic to rubber like bio-compatible polymers to high performance thermoplastics. They provide the shortest path from idea to solid object and can consult with businesses on the best way to meet their needs cost effectively. A fascinating type of 3D printing Stratasys has pioneered is to create an accurate dimension replica (for instance) of someone's hand or head, or body part, which can be used by a surgeon to "practice" an upcoming surgery on. The 3D printed pre-surgical model will soon contain different tissues with varying elasticity, color, and physical characteristics to truly simulate how living tissue will react in an actual surgery. Definitely listen, review, and share this podcast.
Incept 3D uses high level, next generation 3D printing technologies to bring your raw concepts to life. Clients can send their raw ideas to Incept 3D, or final CAD files for printing on high end machines. Michael Armbruster, founder, explains what makes Incept 3Ds machines far better than hobbyist, Maker Bot, or low end 3D printers. Industrial quality machines offer better-performing materials, better dimensional accuracy, and finished products that are post processed and ready to use. Visit Incept3d.com to get more information, submit your idea or CAD file, and bring your wishes to life through 3D printing.
3Diligent is a one-stop shop for 3D printing projects of all sizes. 3Diligent provides its customers access to a large network of 3D printing service providers, including machining and casting services, and rapid manufacturing materials such as paper, gypsum, resins, plastics and metals – each of which are used for specific applications. Cullen, as CEO of 3Diligent, provides a secure way to submit projects for fabrication quickly and easily with industrial quality results. Because of their large network of providers, they are able to provide a wide variety of services – projects large, small, CNC machined, molded/casted and injection molded – can all be quoted and facilitated by 3Diligent. 3Diligent's mission is "To accelerate innovation by providing companies of all sizes seamless access to cutting edge rapid manufacturing services."
ConsenSys is a venture production studio which builds decentralized apps & end-user tools for block chain systems, with a focus on Ethereum. ConsenSys also organizes, incubates and accelerates different projects through development, resource sharing, acquisitions, investments and the formation of joint ventures. Pelle Braendgaard & Arthur Falls discussed their portable identification application as well as other fascinating use cases of blockchain technology. Here are a few links where you can learn more about the company and the latest updates. The Ether Review: https://medium.com/the-ether-review ConsenSys Media: https://medium.com/consensys-media
Procertas (Professional Certifications and Technology Assessments) offers training on vital, but often dismissed skills such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and other common office technologies. In Law Firms, Doctor's offices, and other professional firms, you'd be surprised at how much productivity can be improved when you train your staff on these basic programs. Procertas' flagship product is the Legal Technology Assessment or LTA. The LTA, is a first of its kind to integrate benchmarking, training platform pairing and competence-based assessments with synchronized, active learning in a live environment. Once a client completes the course, they become COBOT Qualified (Certified Operator of Basic Office Technology). Casey Flaherty, founder of Procertas, discusses the importance of legal professionals to be fluent in the tools of their trade and how the LTA benchmark assessment and training program can be used for marketing, professional development, team assembly, on-boarding, provider differentiation, rate negotiation, etc. Casey reveals how important it is that legal professionals are getting the training they need in this ever-changing, competitive market.
Nano Dimension, based in Israel, focuses on 3d printing of electronic circuits, dialectic inks, and non- particle inks. Their 3D printer allows for multi-layer printed circuit boards. This allows the manufacturer to create a functional object with electrical functions. Nano Dimension is rolling out technology that allows you to print, layer by layer, both polymers and metals, to create a functional circuit to precision. With the development of their first 3D printer, the Nano Dragon Fly 2020, electronic industries will now be able to 3D print customized designs and prototypes in less time, possibly eliminating multiple stages of design. Listen, subscribe and rate this podcast to help us bring you more future tech!
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