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      Prototyping the Future: Early Innovation with Ricky McDaniel from Dentsply Sirona

      June 3, 2025

      In this episode of Make It Better, we're diving into the earliest—and often most critical—stage of the innovation pipeline: turning ideas into physical reality. 

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        In this episode of Make It Better, we're diving into the earliest—and often most critical—stage of the innovation pipeline: turning ideas into physical reality. Joining us is Ricky McDaniel, R&D Engineer III at Dentsply Sirona, to explore how prototypes go from napkin sketch to functional form using tools like 3D printing, small-scale injection molding, and precision machining.

        We'll talk about the real-world challenges engineers face when trying to get low-volume parts made, why finding a machine shop willing to take on tiny runs is harder than it should be, and how the best innovators are often the ones who learn to make it themselves.

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        Mike Buchli

        Roles Portfolio Manager, SOLIDWORKS, Dassault Systèmes

        Ricky McDaniel

        R&D Engineer III, Dentsply Sirona
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