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Expert perspectives on hardware prototyping, manufacturing best practices, and design strategies for product leaders, founders, and engineering teams.

From CAD to First Article: How to Compress Hardware Prototyping Timelines
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Product Startups

From CAD to First Article: How to Compress Hardware Prototyping Timelines

Learn the proven workflow that product teams use to cut weeks off prototyping cycles without sacrificing quality or design validation.

8 min read
Jan 15, 2024
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Design for Machining: 9 Rules That Save You Weeks in the Shop
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Industrial OEMs

Design for Machining: 9 Rules That Save You Weeks in the Shop

CNC machining constraints that every engineer should know before finalizing designs. Avoid costly redesigns and iteration delays.

10 min read
Jan 22, 2024
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Picking the Right 3D Printing Process for Functional Prototypes
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Consumer Hardware

Picking the Right 3D Printing Process for Functional Prototypes

FDM, SLA, SLS, or MJF? Understand when each additive process makes sense for strength, finish, speed, and cost.

7 min read
Feb 5, 2024
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The Hidden Costs of Cheap Prototypes: Why Quality Matters Early
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Product Startups

The Hidden Costs of Cheap Prototypes: Why Quality Matters Early

Cutting corners on prototype quality can derail your product roadmap. Learn which aspects of prototyping are worth the investment.

6 min read
Feb 12, 2024
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