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The Future of Manufacturing: Embracing Smart Manufacturing Techniques

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The Future of Manufacturing: Embracing Smart Manufacturing Techniques

PingQuill

April 13, 2023

Smart manufacturing, or the use of cutting-edge technology to improve the effectiveness of conventional manufacturing processes, fosters the development of a more flexible and effective industrial base. Specialists from Texas A&M University College of Engineering and SecureAmerica Institute (SAI) discuss why using these advances is essential to moving the industry

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