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How we simplified low volume manufacturing in our CNC shop

May 21, 2021

How we simplified low volume manufacturing in our CNC shop

Introduces CAMCollect, an Autodesk Fusion 360 plugin designed to simplify low-volume manufacturing by streamlining CAM instructions and enabling reusability of setups.

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How we started operating our CNC machines remotely

February 21, 2021

How we started operating our CNC machines remotely

Explores how a CNC micro-factory adapted to remote operation using cameras, dashboards, and VPNs to overcome challenges like travel restrictions, improving efficiency and laying the groundwork for automation.

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Private and secure AI: Threats and solutions

October 20, 2020

Private and secure AI: Threats and solutions

Examines privacy threats to data and algorithms in AI, and explores technical solutions like differential privacy, homomorphic encryption, and federated learning to minimize those risks.

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Applying AI in the real-world | Part 2

October 20, 2020

Applying AI in the real-world | Part 2

Outlines a structure for AI projects, from research and proof of concept to production and support, emphasizing maintenance, fine-tuning, and increasing system transparency.

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Applying AI in the real-world | Part 1

September 20, 2020

Applying AI in the real-world | Part 1

Compares heuristic-based and AI-based solutions for image recognition, highlighting the challenges of non-determinism, data dependence, and the need for business process adaptation.

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Using neural networks to track irregular heartbeats

April 20, 2020

Using neural networks to track irregular heartbeats

Explains how neural networks can detect Atrial Fibrillation from ECG data, enabling continuous health monitoring and early diagnosis, with implications for the healthcare industry.

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Welcome to 1D.works CNC Lab

March 20, 2020

Welcome to 1D.works CNC Lab

Introduces a CNC Lab focused on developing automation and remote operation tools for micro-factories, driven by changes in global supply chains and the need for local manufacturing.

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The promise of AI-assisted health monitoring

February 20, 2020

The promise of AI-assisted health monitoring

Discusses the potential of AI-assisted continuous health monitoring, especially for early detection and prevention of heart disease like Atrial Fibrillation, with a focus on smartwatches and privacy.

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Unique products at scale with AI infused CAD

February 20, 2020

Unique products at scale with AI infused CAD

Discusses how AI can be used with CAD software to design unique products at scale, focusing on an example of generating dining table legs with Fusion 360 and Python.

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Object-oriented computer-assisted machining

January 20, 2020

Object-oriented computer-assisted machining

Applies object-oriented programming principles to CNC machining in Fusion 360, aiming to increase design speed, reliability, and maintainability through reusable CAM workflows.

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