Certificate Programme in Additive Manufacturing Design for Sustainable Transportation
Published on June 19, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with an expert in Additive Manufacturing for sustainable transportation. Can you tell us a bit about this exciting field? GUEST: Absolutely, Additive Manufacturing or 3D printing is transforming the way we design and build vehicles in automotive, aerospace, and railway industries. It's all about efficiency, lightweighting, and sustainability. HOST: That sounds fascinating! And your course, the 'Certificate Programme in Additive Manufacturing Design for Sustainable Transportation', dives right into these topics, correct? GUEST: Yes, it does. We focus on design for additive manufacturing principles, sustainable material selection, and topology optimization. Our students learn to create lighter, stronger parts with less waste. HOST: Speaking of waste reduction, what current trends are you seeing in the industry when it comes to sustainable practices? GUEST: There's a growing emphasis on circular economy principles, where waste is minimized, and products are designed to be reused or recycled. This aligns perfectly with the potential of additive manufacturing. HOST: That's great to hear! But as with any new technology, there must be challenges. What would you say are the biggest hurdles in this area? GUEST: One challenge is the need for more standardization across different AM processes and materials. Also, educating the workforce to think in terms of design for additive manufacturing is crucial. HOST: I see. Now, looking forward, how do you envision the future of additive manufacturing in sustainable transportation? GUEST: I believe additive manufacturing will play a key role in achieving carbon neutrality targets. We'll see more lightweight, efficient vehicles, and a shift towards on-demand, localized production. HOST: It's clear that your course is at the forefront of this revolution. Thanks for sharing your insights with us today! GUEST: My pleasure! It's an exciting time to be part of this industry, and I'm looking forward to seeing what our students will accomplish.
