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Closed Loop Innovation For Filament Fabrication (CLIFFF) is a project where we are looking at developing a closed loop system for waste management of 3D printed plastics. The system will capture and produce new filament for a new cycle of production.

Little is known about the end-of-life (EOL) of the lithium-ion batteries (LIB) that go into these vehicles. The truth is that not many people know what to do with a used LIB or, even less, why it is important to recover them at their EOL and give the battery a second life.

AM technology is becoming a rapidly integrated technology that manufacturers can take advantage of. With a multitude of benefits, AM allows manufacturers to introduce a product into the market place at a faster rate. Enabling the end user to have a wider range of products to choose from.

Good data flows, clear visualisations of information, and concise KPI tracking are all key to staying competitive in this market. Having the required interface and one central and accessible location means advanced analytical tools can be used to optimise the process.

The main objective of the openMOS project was to allow quick integration of machines and automation systems in production environments – a prerequisite for the implementation of Industry 4.0 solutions.

2018 has been a great year for the Electrified Powertrain Pilot Line for Manufacturing Engineering (E:PrIME) team. To date, twenty colleagues from HSSMI have worked on different aspects of the project, bringing their own blend of knowledge and expertise.