22 episodes

Welcome to Laser Focused presented by Velo3D. Join us as we take you on a journey of discovery with the leaders that are changing the world with new design and revolutionizing how we think of innovation. Our episodes which are hosted by Renette Youssef, CMO and brand disruptor at Velo3D, will feature in-depth conversations with industry professionals discussing their own innovations and how to make the impossible possible. Make sure to listen out for new episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your favorite shows! Laser Focused by Velo3D, where together we innovate without compromise.

Laser Focused Velo3D

    • Technology
    • 5.0 • 11 Ratings

Welcome to Laser Focused presented by Velo3D. Join us as we take you on a journey of discovery with the leaders that are changing the world with new design and revolutionizing how we think of innovation. Our episodes which are hosted by Renette Youssef, CMO and brand disruptor at Velo3D, will feature in-depth conversations with industry professionals discussing their own innovations and how to make the impossible possible. Make sure to listen out for new episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your favorite shows! Laser Focused by Velo3D, where together we innovate without compromise.

    Manufacturing Revolution: A Conversation With the Godfather of Additive

    Manufacturing Revolution: A Conversation With the Godfather of Additive

    As we step together into the future, what do we want the legacy of additive manufacturing to look like, and what actions can industry professionals take now to get us there?

    In the season two finale of Laser Focused, Renette speaks with Greg Morris, CTO of Zeda to unpack these questions, and more. Greg has been involved in the 3D printing industry for over 25 years, was inducted into the TCT Hall of Fame, and will receive the 2024 AMUG Innovators Award for metal 3D printing contributions. He served as an ambassador for 3D printing and was part of the broader team that helped revolutionize the design and production of gas turbine engine parts, using additive metal at GE Additive.

    Together, Renette and Greg explore the last 25 years of innovation in additive manufacturing, and the exciting developments coming up in the future. They also discuss how to democratize the technology, promoting more diversity and inclusion in the industry, to bring even more creative minds together for success.

    To learn more about Greg’s work with Zeda, visit z8a.com.

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    • 32 min
    From Horsepower to Laser Power: Can Additive Manufacturing Turbocharge the Auto Industry?

    From Horsepower to Laser Power: Can Additive Manufacturing Turbocharge the Auto Industry?

    So far in this season of Laser Focused, we’ve explored space, peeked at aviation, and taken a step into our past  to improve our future. In this episode, we come back to  Earth to talk about something that touches many of our lives daily : the automotive industry.

    In this episode, Renette sits down with Ante Lausic, Lead Process Engineer at GM. Ante has over a decade of experience in the automotive, aerospace, and additive manufacturing fields and wrote a doctoral thesis that combined 3D printing with the high strength of nanocrystalline materials. Renette and Ante discuss how GM is utilizing AM-enabled manufacturing to streamline complex designs and explore a whole new world of possibilities in the automotive industry. The pair also delve into the importance of education in additive manufacturing and how GM provides their engineers with the tools to explore these emerging technologies.

    To learn more about GM, visit gm.com.

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    • 33 min
    Guardian of the Galaxy: An Interview with a Real-Life Astronaut Wrangler

    Guardian of the Galaxy: An Interview with a Real-Life Astronaut Wrangler

    What’s the next step after managing a man who walked on the moon? For Christina Korp, it’s connecting the space curious to the space serious. In this episode, Renette speaks with Christina Korp, Astronaut Wrangler, Producer, & Founder of Space For A Better World.

    After a decade of managing Buzz Aldrin, Christina knew there was more work to be done to attract people to work in space, and educate humankind on the benefits space exploration can have right here on Earth. We’re still facing a significant talent gap in the space industry, which  needs curious, passionate individuals across a variety of professions, not solely in the math and science realm. Renette and Christina explore how Christina’s non-profit organization, Space for a Better World fosters an entertaining and educational space for people  to learn more, and perhaps take one big step towards an exciting and fulfilling career. The pair also discuss what we got wrong with the STEM movement, why Christina often refers to it as a mistake, and what we can do to promote education around the space industry.

    To learn more about Christina and her work, visit spaceforabetterworld.com.

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    • 28 min
    Silicon Valley's Frankenstein: Dissecting the Human Heartbeat Beneath AI’s Code

    Silicon Valley's Frankenstein: Dissecting the Human Heartbeat Beneath AI’s Code

    What is the connection between Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and the emergence of AI in 2023? While some may dismiss this as tenuous, our guest is here to tell us otherwise. In this episode, Renette sits down with Jeanette Winterson, award-winning author of 12 Bytes, a new book of eye-opening essays on the intersection between artificial intelligence and humanity.

    Renette and Jeanette discuss the importance of looking into our history, from real world events like the Industrial Revolution to works of fiction like Frankenstein, to inform our future. Jeanette details how collaboration could lead to a better future for humanity, and why she prefers the term “alternative intelligence” to “artificial intelligence”. The pair also dig into Jeanette’s work with UK based deep-tech company PhysicsX and their mission to impact the climate and human health.
    To learn more about Jeanette and her work, visit jeanettewinterson.com.

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    • 30 min
    Revolutionizing Australian Manufacturing With Microfactories

    Revolutionizing Australian Manufacturing With Microfactories

    There are many factors that have led to the manufacturing decline in Australia; overreliance on raw material exports, limited research and development budgets, and politics to name a few. Professionals like Jason Hampton-Taylor, Business Development Manager at DCISIV Technologies, are leading the charge of innovators finding out of the box solutions to revitalize the manufacturing space in Australia. In this episode, host Renette Youssef speaks with Jason about his experience building microfactories, and the ultimate benefits of the model. The pair also discuss the benefits of collaboration and how to create a safety net for those taking risks with emerging technologies.

    Learn more about Jason’s work by visiting DCISIV.com.au

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    • 21 min
    Embracing the Unknown: Becoming a Multiplanetary Species

    Embracing the Unknown: Becoming a Multiplanetary Species

    What will it take to make us a multiplanetary species? Todd Fleckenstein, Founder, CEO and Chief Engineer at Meraki Space Systems is determined to find out. In this episode, host Renette Youssef speaks with the lifelong space enthusiast about his journey and career path from a childhood fascination with space, to working on marine vessels, to building a lunar base station with Meraki Space Systems. Todd shares his vision of making humanity a multiplanetary species, and the vital importance of collaboration that will eventually get us there.

    The pair also discuss the unique journey of an entrepreneur, and the cocktail of tenacity, passion, and resilience that will ultimately drive success for those carving their own path.

    To learn more about the work Todd is doing with Meraki Space Systems, visit merakispacesystems.com.

    Follow our host, Renette Youssef:
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    Laser Focused is presented by Velo3D Velo3d.com

    • 19 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

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Innovation and manufacturing

Great podcast if you’re interested in innovation and leadership in manufacturing, aerospace, defense and other industries. The guests are a solid group of entrepreneurs and engineers.

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