Beth Stackpole Contributing Editor

Beth's latest posts

• Solving for Trust: Restraints of AM Materials Simulation
  October 1, 2019
  Limited test data on materials performance for metals AM printers is slowing confidence in still-fledgling technology.
• Fast Radius Puts Curtiss Motorcycles on a Manufacturing Fast Track
  September 30, 2019
  A hybrid manufacturing approach, including AM for complex parts, helped the firm meet an accelerated design and build cycle for its new Zeus 8 electric motorcycle.
• ANSYS and Autodesk Light Up Automotive Design
  September 18, 2019
  Software providers provide deep integration between the VRED 3D visualization and ANSYS optical simulation solution to streamline vehicle design and accelerate time-to-market.
• Subscription Pricing Meets the Design World
  September 1, 2019
  The desire for increased flexibility and an ongoing relationship with vendors is fueling a shift toward subscription-based pricing models.
• Materials Madness: AM Gains Traction for Production Applications
  October 17, 2019
  New high-performance materials are improving ROI and expanding the business case for 3D printing production-class applications.
• Moffitt Streamlines Custom Vent Designs With Discovery Live
  October 16, 2019
  With ANSYS real-time simulation, customers can visualize natural ventilation solutions quickly, shortening design cycles and accelerating sales.
• Taylor Attachments Modernizes With a 3D Design Workflow
  October 2, 2019
  Farm equipment manufacturer trades time-consuming manual processes for a streamlined workflow that incorporates 3D scanning and CAD modeling.
• Cobra Aero Takes Off on DfAM Journey
  October 1, 2019
  Partnership with Renishaw helps specialty manufacturer optimize UAV engine design for metal AM production.
• Solving for Trust: Restraints of AM Materials Simulation
  October 1, 2019
  Limited test data on materials performance for metals AM printers is slowing confidence in still-fledgling technology.
• Fast Radius Puts Curtiss Motorcycles on a Manufacturing Fast Track
  September 30, 2019
  A hybrid manufacturing approach, including AM for complex parts, helped the firm meet an accelerated design and build cycle for its new Zeus 8 electric motorcycle.
• Simcenter Testlab Empowers Digital Twin
  September 23, 2019
  Upgrade enables better use of test-based data from design and simulation to validation and certification.
• ANSYS and Autodesk Light Up Automotive Design
  September 18, 2019
  Software providers provide deep integration between the VRED 3D visualization and ANSYS optical simulation solution to streamline vehicle design and accelerate time-to-market.
• Subscription Pricing Meets the Design World
  September 1, 2019
  The desire for increased flexibility and an ongoing relationship with vendors is fueling a shift toward subscription-based pricing models.
• Simcenter Madymo Embraces the Need for Speed
  August 29, 2019
  The latest version, which simulates the impact of car crashes on the human body, reduces solver run times by 28% compared to earlier versions.
• HP Design Contest Hopes to Spark Color 3D Print Revolution
  August 21, 2019
  Following the debut of HP’s Jet Fusion 580 printer, the company hopes to generate new industrial use cases for color 3D printing.
• MIT and NASA Take Flight With New Wing Structure
  August 19, 2019
  “Metamaterial” design aims for lighter, more energy-efficient aircraft that can be produced cost effectively.
• METHOD X Brings Real ABS 3D Printing to the Desktop
  August 5, 2019
  The new desktop printer supports real ABS, a 100°C build chamber, and Stratasys soluable supports to deliver dimensional accuracy and precision.
• Social and Connected PLM
  August 1, 2019
  Platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams are gaining traction, but some say ad hoc exchanges must be part of the record for the digital thread.
• nTop Platform Meets Advanced Manufacturing
  July 16, 2019
  New platform from nTopology integrates CAD, simulation and CAM technologies to accelerate the design of complex and lightweight parts.
• 3D Printing Factors Big in HP’s Sustainability Game Plan
  July 16, 2019
  HP is promoting 3D printing technology as part of its broader sustainability charter to reduce overall environmental impact.