Explaining how to choose a metal 3D printer, various AM technologies and case studies ＜Zoom Online Seminar＞ - A practical and easy-to-understand explanation by pioneers of the entire landscape of AM, including tips for successful model selection and implementation, diverse additive manufacturing methods and technologies, case studies of quick, low-cost, high-quality manufacturing, and secrets to success [Short-term Learning Course].

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Metal 3D printers are becoming increasingly diverse, with relatively affordable low-cost machines available for several tens of millions of yen, as well as binder jetting technology that enables mass production of parts. High-speed, large-scale machines for creating large parts and products are being continuously introduced to the market, and the production of magnesium parts, which are difficult to manufacture, and copper parts has also begun. Metal 3D printers eliminate the need for molds by directly producing products from 3D data, allowing for complex integrated shapes that were impossible with traditional processing methods, as well as lattice and porous structures, hollow structures, and hybrid structures. This enables the creation of innovative metal parts and molds that are not available from conventional or other companies, significantly reduces the time for prototyping and manufacturing parts, decreases the number of parts, and allows for lightweight miniaturization, as well as reductions in manufacturing processes and workforce. Using metal 3D printers, we provide easy-to-understand and practical explanations for those considering the development of attractive new products, the creation of new businesses, differentiation from existing products, significant reductions in prototyping and manufacturing time, dramatic reductions in the number of parts, and cost-effective lightweight complex-shaped parts, as well as for beginners who are interested in these topics. The world is energetically investing in the next generation of metal parts and mold manufacturing, and mass production of parts has also begun in earnest. Manufacturing parts with metal 3D printers will become commonplace in a few years.

[Speaker] Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, Telecommunications Bureau, Telecommunications Business Division, Business Policy Section Director of the Telecommunications Economic Security Office, Mr. Daisuke Hayashi Deputy Section Chief, Mr. Akio Yamamoto [Key Lecture Content] International submarine cables account for approximately 99% of our country's international communications, and against the backdrop of a dramatic increase in data traffic and advancements in digital technology, their strategic importance has reached unprecedented heights. On the other hand, they face complex and structural challenges such as increased risks of damage, intensified market competition, and the emergence of security threats. In this lecture, we will share our understanding of these current situations and challenges, and explain the policy direction regarding how our country's international submarine cables can continue to maintain their functions stably and sustainably while further developing, including aspects of protection. [Lecture Items] 1. Current situation and challenges regarding international submarine cables 2. Promotion of multi-routing of submarine cables and regional distribution of landing stations 3. Strengthening the protection of submarine cables and landing stations 4. Strengthening autonomous supply systems 5. Strengthening supervisory systems 6. Q&A / Business card exchange

[Lecture Topics] 1. Roadmap for Public-Private Investment and Outlook for the Plant Factory Market Takahide Kubota, Head of Food and Agriculture Division, Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc. 2. Business Strategy for Artificial Light Plant Factories from a "Manufacturing Industry" Perspective - Approaches to Achieving High Productivity and High Quality through Optimization of Environmental Control and Hygiene Management Takao Otsuka, Senior Manager, Future Business Promotion Group, New Business Development Department, Management Strategy Headquarters, Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd. 3. Initiatives and Outlook for YUASA's Plant Factory Business Koichi Aizawa, Manager, Food Tech Promotion Department, YUASA Corporation Kohei Nabeya, Assistant Manager, New Business Development Office, YUASA Corporation

[Lecturer] Mr. Takashi Momiyama Incubation Producer, Innovation Strategy Center, Japan Research Institute, Ltd. [Key Lecture Content] As expectations for the formation of a circular economy for EV batteries rise from the perspective of resource security and the creation of new markets, discussions aimed at commercialization are beginning to shift from "future predictions and plans" to "on-site implementation." However, in Japan, issues such as the outflow of used EVs overseas, soaring costs of collection and transportation for used batteries, and the difficulties in setting residual values due to the black-box nature of battery conditions are revealing the limitations of existing models and various bottlenecks. In this lecture, we will reflect on the changes in market structure from past technological demonstrations to market formation, and further to the "eve of mass discharge" of EV batteries, while organizing the fundamental challenges of market structure. Additionally, we will outline the effects of establishing "regional models" to reduce transportation costs and retain resources domestically, as well as the potential and challenges of battery diagnostic technologies that dramatically accelerate reuse, recycling, and residual value assurance by resolving information asymmetry.