Collaboration is the key to success in technology development!
AiM2XL Perspectief program has received the highest recognition from TTW-NWO, and that makes me proud! I’m happy that I could contribute to the setup and coordination of the program and would like to thank all participants for the effort and support you have put in the program.
The AiM2XL program is a collaborative effort by a broad consortium of companies and researchers in various disciplines. Together, we explore the pros and cons of large-scale metal additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing. This collaboration has yielded remarkable results, including the production of a massive topology optimized ship's rudder with a new 3D printing technology based on wire arc welding. The challenges have been significant, but the diversity of our consortium is our strength. In times of the COVID-19 pandemic, physical meetings were not always possible, but that didn't deter us. Our resilience and flexibility have served as proof of the value of working together, even in challenging times.
Let's continue to innovate together and shape the future of technological advancement!