TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Precision and Speed: Revolutionizing Process Prediction in Advanced Manufacturing
ID: IL-13983Type: Special Notice
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFLLNS – DOE CONTRACTORLivermore, CA, 94551, USA

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All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (333248)

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https://sam.gov/opp/78aed90cf6e04c58bccf706b66417d13/view
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    The Department of Energy, through the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), is offering a collaboration opportunity to develop and commercialize a novel system aimed at enhancing process prediction in advanced manufacturing, specifically in additive manufacturing. This initiative seeks to address the challenges of inconsistencies in manufacturing outcomes by integrating a Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) system with real-time processing capabilities, thereby improving accuracy and efficiency in production. The technology is particularly relevant for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and healthcare, where precision is critical. Interested companies are encouraged to submit a statement of interest, including their corporate expertise and contact information, to LLNL's Innovation and Partnerships Office by email or written correspondence, with further details available on their website.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Clarence Cannon
    (925) 423-3989
    cannon15@llnl.gov
    Charlotte Eng
    (925) 422-1905
    eng23@llnl.gov
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