WPI has earned a coveted position as a member of 12 of the 16 Manufacturing USA institutes, with centers that cut across multiple disciplines.
The National Network for Manufacturing Innovation, now known as Manufacturing USA, “connects people, ideas, and technology to solve industry-relevant advanced manufacturing challenges. Its goals are to enhance industrial competitiveness, increase economic growth, and strengthen U.S. national security.”
AFFOA
AFFOA transforms traditional fibers, yarns, and textiles into highly sophisticated integrated and networked devices and systems. WPI performs related research and education in component, system, and manufacturing process development in areas including but not limited to photonics, robotics, medical devices and printed electronics. This research enables and/or benefits from the integration of functionality into or onto fibers and textiles.
CESMII
WPI is a participating member through the Center for Advanced Research in Drying. WPI researchers in the Clean Energy Smart Manufacturing Innovation Institute are innovating in clean energy and smart manufacturing.