Convergence of Technologies Mixed with AI a Hot Topic at Upcoming RAPID + TCT

RAPID + TCT will shine a light on the technology convergence with artificial intelligence, automation and robotics in the second installment of its Executive Perspectives Keynote Series. These panel discussions are a new addition to the 2024 program. RAPID + TCT 2024 is produced by SME and UK-based Rapid News Publications, owners of TCT, and will occur in Los Angeles from June 25-27.

The conversation is scheduled for June 26 at 8:30 a.m. on the event’s Main Stage and will feature contributions from five international industrial 3D-printing experts:

• Savi Baveja, president of Personalization and 3D Printing, HP
• Nils Niemeyer, general manager, DMG MORI
• Avi Reichental, co-founder & CEO, Nexa3D
• Shai Terem, president & CEO, Markforged
• Fried Vancraen, chairman of the Board, Materialise

“With new technologies and applications being developed every day, the AM industry is constantly evolving,” says Robert “Bob” Willig, executive director and CEO of SME. The launch of our Executive Perspectives Keynote Series provides a platform for attendees to unpack the challenges and opportunities that will define the next phase of additive innovation.”

The Executive Perspectives Keynote Series will take place over 3 days and showcase 15 manufacturing industry giants. The sessions are designed to provide valuable insight into prominent trends in AM. Additional topics will include the applications driving the adoption of industrial 3D printing, unlocking supply chain solutions for AM along with ways that additive technologies can enrich human health and wellbeing.

The session on June 26 will cover several themes central to the evolution of the AM industry, including technology convergence in AI and robotics and their impact on AM, sustainability and its opportunities and challenges, and the adoption of AM in production applications. 

To see the full lineup of speakers in the Executive Perspectives Keynote Series, visit rapid3devent.com/keynote-series-executive-perspectives.

To learn more about what RAPID + TCT 2024 has to offer, visit rapid3devent.com and keep up to date with all things AM on X, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.