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Advanced Manufacturing
Advanced manufacturing applies cutting edge concepts in electronics, computers, software and automation to improve production. Virtually everything we use on a daily basis is manufactured from clothing to cell phones to computers to automobiles, CDs and DVDs, food and drink, athletic gear, medicine and cosmetics. These and many other products are part of everyday life because advanced manufacturing techniques make them reliable, affordable and available.
Advances in technology are creating opportunities for engineers to create more exciting products than were possible just a few years ago. The products created today by advanced manufacturing are solving a variety of problems. Hybrid cars that reduce pollution and conserve energy; implantable medical devices that improve health care; and special airtight packages to keep perishable foods fresh, are only a few examples of the challenges advanced manufacturers tackle. 
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Did You Know?
81% of American manufacturers say their biggest problem is finding qualified workers. If this problem isn't fixed, it will impact our nation's economic well-being.
""Lights-out manufacturing"" allows a highly automated plant to be run by computers and robots.
Electronic devices are getting smaller and less expensive thanks to ""clean"" assembly techniques that prevent contamination of sensitive components.
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