Category: Manufacturing

ManufacturingSemiconductorsTechnology

Nvidia and TSMC Achieve First US-Manufactured Blackwell AI Chip in Arizona Milestone

In a landmark development for U.S. semiconductor production, Nvidia and TSMC have manufactured the first Blackwell wafer entirely within the United States. This achievement, realized at TSMC’s Arizona facility, signals progress in reshoring critical technology manufacturing. Industry experts suggest it could reinforce America’s role in the global AI hardware sector.

Breakthrough in Domestic Semiconductor Production

In what sources describe as a historic step for U.S. technology manufacturing, Nvidia and TSMC have successfully produced the first wafer for the Blackwell AI chip on American soil. According to reports, the production took place at TSMC’s Arizona facility, with the official announcement made via a Nvidia press release. The achievement is seen as a response to growing onshoring pressures influenced by U.S. policy and tariff measures.

by Marcus Linfield
ManufacturingScience

Dental Research Reveals Key Mechanical Differences Between Titanium and Cobalt-Chromium Alloys for Modern Dentures

Recent laboratory research provides new insights into the mechanical properties of titanium and cobalt-chromium alloys used in modern dental prostheses. The study, conducted using selective laser melting technology, reveals significant differences in strain, elasticity, and hardness between the two materials. These findings could influence future dental material selection and manufacturing approaches in the field of dentistry.

Comparative Analysis of Dental Alloy Properties

Recent research published in Scientific Reports has revealed significant mechanical property differences between titanium and cobalt-chromium alloys used in removable dental prostheses. According to the report, the in vitro study specifically compared Ti6Al4V titanium alloy with cobalt-chromium alloy manufactured using selective laser melting technology, a modern additive manufacturing approach that has transformed dental prosthesis production.

by Darren Holt
ManufacturingTechnology

UK Government Launches AgriScale Initiative to Boost Agricultural Technology Manufacturing

The UK government has unveiled AgriScale, a targeted initiative to accelerate manufacturing of agricultural technologies. The programme addresses the critical gap between prototype development and commercial production that often hinders innovation in the farming sector.

New Programme Aims to Bridge Manufacturing Gap

The UK government has launched AgriScale, a new initiative designed to accelerate manufacturing capabilities in the agricultural technology sector, according to reports from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). The programme, announced by Defra Minister Dame Angela Eagle at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit, specifically targets what sources indicate is a critical gap in the innovation pipeline between prototype development and market-ready solutions.

by Darren Holt
AutomotiveManufacturing

BYD Announces Major Vehicle Recall Over Design and Battery Safety Concerns

BYD has initiated its largest recall to date, affecting more than 115,000 vehicles in China. The recall addresses potential safety risks linked to component design and battery manufacturing, as reported by market authorities.

Major Recall Announced for Safety Issues

Chinese automotive manufacturer BYD Auto is recalling over 115,000 vehicles due to identified design and battery-related safety concerns, according to reports from Reuters. The recall, the largest in the company’s history, impacts Tang series and Yuan Pro models produced between 2015 and 2022, as stated by China‘s market regulator.

by Marcus Linfield