Human Creativity Has Not Been Displaced AI needs you to ask the right questions and then to make the creative leaps Yesterday, I had a fascinating conversation with an inventor who is building something new—an AI invention with help from AI. He’s not part of a giant research lab or tech giant. He’s a garage inventor, the kind of independent innovator I’ve dedicated my career to. What made this conversation different is that his invention was shaped by AI—not just used in its output, but integrated into the early stages of ideation and development. That intersection—between human creativity and machine ...
Comparing 3D Printing vs. 3D Printed Injection Molds for Prototyping 3D printed molds are good for using real materials and multiple parts The right prototyping approach can save valuable time and resources while delivering crucial insights. Inventors face an array of options—from rapid additive manufacturing technologies that can produce parts in hours to advanced molding techniques that better simulate production materials and finishes. The key is understanding which solution aligns with your specific needs for material properties, production quantity, budget constraints, and timeline requirements. By carefully evaluating these factors, you can chart the most efficient path from initial concept to ...
In today's NY Times, Yair Reiner, founder of Gowanus Kitchen Lab and inventor of the Frywall splatter guard, shares how new U.S. tariffs on imports from China and Taiwan are threatening his small, family-run business.Frywall is successful because of its price His product, made of silicone, is manufactured in Asia because domestic production would be prohibitively expensive — up to $20 per unit, forcing a retail price of $80, which is unsellable. Overseas, he can produce it for about $5 and sell it for $25. But that $5 import cost isn’t just going overseas — Reiner emphasizes that it fuels ...
Practical Tips on Traveling To China for Business - as of April 2025 Old China: Meicheng Town, established 225 AD Regardless of how the looming trade war evolves, China will remain a primary manufacturing center for anyone seeking to make and sell products to the world. I just returned from a one week trip to meet manufacturers and business partners. I was in Shanghai, Hangzhou, Jiande, Shenzhen and Hong Kong. I made my own plans and did not use a travel agent (which would surely have made things easier). Here are some things I learned. VisaA visa is required to ...
Navigating the New Landscape: Sourcing Products in China Amid Rising Tariffs The recent increase in tariffs on Chinese imports has created a complex new reality for businesses sourcing products for the U.S. market. Having just returned from China, I was struck by the incredible talent and energy that continues to drive one of the world's manufacturing powerhouses, despite the changing trade dynamics. Injection molding in Shenzhen, China China's Enduring Manufacturing Strength What's immediately apparent when visiting Chinese manufacturing centers is the remarkable combination of expertise, efficiency, and adaptability that has been developed over decades. These aren't merely advantages that disappear ...