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More than two decades ago, a commission of 17 MIT scientists and economists released a report, Made in America, which opened with the memorable phrase, "To live well, a nation must produce well." Is that still true? Or can the United States remain a preeminent nation while other countries increasing...

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Corporate Authors: Making Things: 21st Century Manufacturing and Design Washington, D.C., National Academy of Engineering. Meeting, ebrary, Inc
Other Authors: Olson, Steve, 1956-
Format: Electronic Conference Proceeding eBook
Language:English
Published: Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, c2012.
Subjects:
Production engineering > United States > Design and construction > Congresses.
Production engineering > Economic aspects > United States > Congresses.
Engineering design > United States > Congresses.
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Table of Contents:
  • Prerequisites for success
  • A high-tech approach to low-tech products
  • Five lessons for the next generation
  • Fostering impatience with the status quo
  • Produce to protect
  • Produce to live
  • Creativity, confidence, and innovation
  • Job creation
  • The role of government
  • The benefits of diversity
  • The importance of K-12 education
  • The global effects of local action.

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