Northrop Grumman Uses Augmented Reality to Assemble Satellites Austin Weber September 4, 2024 Wearable devices help assemblers navigate complex work instructions.Read More
Ultrasonic Extruded Weld-Riveting Yang Li September 3, 2024 New technology shows promise for joining dissimilar materials without fasteners or adhesive and without damaging either part.Read More
New & Noteworthy Lightweight Torque Tube Made With Carbon Fiber John Sprovieri August 22, 2024 This new torque tube weighs one-third less than comparable steel models.Read More
Aerospace Manufacturing Modular Tooling Helps Northrop Assemble Rocket Motors August 21, 2024 PROMONTORY, UT—Northrop Grumman Corp. is using innovative modular tooling to manufacture large composite cases for solid rocket motors.Read More
Assembly Lines New Aluminum Alloy Is Ideal for Additive Manufacturing Austin Weber August 16, 2024 The innovation has practical applications in a variety of industries, including aerospace and automotive manufacturing.Read More
Episode 8—Assembly News Now Airbus Unveils a New Assembly Line August 6, 2024 Get a behind-the-scenes look at Airbus’ new assembly line in Hamburg, Germany.Read More
Aerospace Manufacturing Expansion Project Airbus Assembly Plant in Alabama Nears Completion July 31, 2024 MOBILE, AL—An expansion project that will double the production space at Airbus’ assembly plant here is passing key milestones as it moves forward on schedule for completion next year.Read More
Aerospace Assembler Forms Titanium Parts John Sprovieri July 29, 2024 The hot-forming process creates complex shapes without fracturing, spring-back or residual stress.Read More
Additive Manufacturing New Technology Uses Magnesium for Additive Manufacturing Researchers pave the way for producing precise, lightweight parts from magnesium alloys. July 15, 2024 TOKYO—Researchers in Japan have developed a new additive manufacturing technology for making high-precision parts with lightweight magnesium alloys.Read More
Managing U.S. Defense Industry Risk Harry Moser June 10, 2024 Having a larger, well-staffed U.S. manufacturing industry will provide a comprehensive framework to manage risk and support our national defense.Read More