The Additive Manufacturing Advantage: Aerospace, Space and Defense 2026 event will take place online on July 9th, 2026, featuring industry leaders from NASA, RTX Pratt & Whitney, Divergent Technologies, and more. This event is crucial for advancing additive manufacturing capabilities in the aerospace and defense sectors.
What Happened
The 3D Printing Industry has announced the return of its highly anticipated event, Additive Manufacturing Advantage: Aerospace, Space and Defense 2026 (AMAA 2026). Scheduled for July 9th, this online event will bring together key stakeholders from NASA, RTX Pratt & Whitney, Safran, Velo3D, and other leading organizations. The focus of the event will be on the transition of additive manufacturing (AM) from a technical possibility to a practical reality in mission-critical sectors. Key topics will include qualification, repeatability, certification, advanced materials, and production scale-up.
Michael Petch, Editor-in-Chief of 3D Printing Industry, emphasized the importance of the event, noting that the industry is entering a more demanding phase where the challenge is to ensure these technologies can be qualified, repeated, certified, and scaled effectively. The event will feature discussions on NASA's work with material readiness for spaceflight, Safran's machine qualification strategies, and America Makes' efforts to unlock AM qualification at scale.
What This Means for Your Business
For businesses in the aerospace, space, and defense sectors, this event presents a significant opportunity to stay at the forefront of additive manufacturing advancements. Understanding the latest developments in AM qualification and certification can directly impact procurement strategies and operational readiness. Companies involved in defense supply chains or those looking to enhance their competitive positioning should pay close attention to the insights provided at AMAA 2026. Engaging with this event could lead to improved ROI through more efficient production methods and access to cutting-edge materials and technologies.
What US Operators Should Watch
AECM professionals should monitor the outcomes of AMAA 2026 closely, particularly any new standards or guidelines that emerge regarding AM qualification and certification. Additionally, keeping an eye on NASA and Safran's strategies could provide valuable insights into future procurement requirements and compliance needs. Operators should also be aware of any upcoming federal funding opportunities that may arise as a result of advancements discussed at the event, enabling them to capitalize on emerging technologies.
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