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Aaron Lichtig

Aaron Lichtig

SVP at Xometry who loves learning about engineering and writing about cool things he learns. Aaron has extensive experience in the manufacturing industry including roles at Procter & Gamble and Xometry and was a one day champion on Jeopardy! in 2019.

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red and silver CNC machined parts

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An example of plastic ribs in an blue injection molding part

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Hot runner mold. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Rogue Ace Photography

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Tensile Stress 101

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Annealing details. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Nordroden

Annealing: Everything You Need to Know

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water jet cutting. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Pixel B

Understanding Water Jetting

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Arc welding. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/Blue Planet Studio

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3D printing file type icons. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com/aiconsmith

9 Most Common 3D Printing File Types

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Wire cut machine controlled by CNC program - Image credit: Shutterstock/Pixel B

All About Wire EDM Machining

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CNC part from above

Quick Tips for CNC Machined Parts with Undercuts

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How to Reduce CNC Machining Costs

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