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Corrosion vs Oxidation vs Rust

It really grinds my gears when people use the word rust incorrectly. I spent years working as a metallurgist and design engineer analyzing material samples for failure. I love chemistry and have an obsession with relaying factual information. That’s why I dream of the day when all humans understand the difference between corrosion, oxidation, and […]

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Types of Automotive Fasteners Explained

Fasteners are the unsung heroes of the automotive industry. Responsible for supporting engines, mounting bumpers, securing wheels rotating at high speeds, and attaching interior trim, vehicles often have more than 3,500 fasteners keeping cars, trucks and SUVs together. Choosing the right fasteners for each application requires balancing application requirements, cost, safety, lifespan, and serviceability. Automotive […]

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Your Guide to Picking the Best CNC Materials for Machining

CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining is a modern manufacturing process that involves the use of computer software and machinery to create complex and precise parts and components. One of the most important factors that determine the quality and accuracy of CNC machining is the choice of material. Selecting the right material for CNC machining can […]

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What are Complex Parts: A Geometry Perspective

Com⠂plexadjective: complex/ˌkämˈpleks,kəmˈpleks,ˈkämˌpleks/not easy to analyze or understand; complicated or intricate.“a complex personality”Similar: complicated, involved, intricate, convoluted, tangled, elaborate What comes to mind when you hear the word complex? Maybe particle physics, the vast size of our universe, the enormity and reach of the world wide web, nuclear reactors, supplier sourcing? Any human relationship… ever? Perhaps […]

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How to Communicate Color, Material, and Finish Effectively

Note: This article is based on a previously published version by Sylvia Wu and has been updated to reflect Fictiv’s current capabilities, as well as 2022 innovations. When designing a product for the consumer market, industrial usage, or aerospace industry, how the product looks, feels, and functions is critical. Color, material and finish (CMF) are […]

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Finding the Right Secondary Operations After CNC Machining, Part II: Finishes

CNC machining is but a single step in the new product creation process. First, you design the part, then it’s carved by a CNC machining service or shop, and finally, you put the finishing touches on it! This is the second in a series of three articles discussing those finishing touches. Here in Part II […]