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Thermoforming Quarterly –Designer’s Corner

Dropping industry knowledge one part at a time. Tangent has partnered with manufacturing industry magazine Thermoforming Quarterly to produce a full-page feature each quarter where Tangent dispenses its invaluable thermoforming knowledge, breaking down parts and the relevant molding strategy used to create them. For the first issue, we break down the design process and molding techniques utilized in the 2021 Shelby F-150’s thermo-form front bumper. Hit the link below to read the full piece, maybe you’ll even learn a thing or two.https://my.yupub.com/...

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SEMA 2019

SEMA 2019 Nov 5, 2019 – Nov 8, 2019SEMA offers an attendee experience like no other trade show on the planet. It's the best place to see the newest automotive performance products, discover the latest product and vehicle trends, and develop essential skills by attending any of the free education sessions – all of which are led by top industry professionals.This year the Tangent team attended SEMA to network with current and future industry leaders....

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IBEX 2019

The International Boatbuilders Exhibition and Conference If you build, design, service, or sell boats or marine products, IBEX is your must-attend marine industry event. North America’s leading technical boat-building showcase, IBEX delivers a unique forum where the marine industry can do business, share ideas, and accelerate new product development. Don’t miss the opportunity to do business with the entire marine industry. Dates & Location October 1-3, 2019 Tampa Convention Center 333 S. Franklin Street Tampa, FL 33602...

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ZBrush Summit 2019

ZBrush Summit 2019

ZBRUSH SUMMIT The annual Summit is the year's biggest event for ZBrush community. This three day event streamed live around the world is a way for digital artists to connect not only with the Pixologic team, but also with luminaries from all segments of the industry. The days are packed with talented artists presenting a variety of ZBrush techniques used in real-world productions. Many of the demonstrations feature assets previously unseen outside of the studios....

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NeoCon 2019 Highlights Material & Color Combination

NeoCon 2019

Team Tangent took its yearly summer field trip to NeoCon 2019, the 51st edition of the annual furniture and interior design trade show that takes place in Chicago’s Merchandise Mart. NeoCon plays host to over 500 exhibiting companies on multiple floors of the Mart, featuring the latest in furniture spanning fields including office, medical, home, and hospitality.   The show always acts as a useful barometer for emerging design trends not only in the furniture and interior design industries, but also in the design world as a whole, helping to inform future decisions ranging from color and materials to form and graphic exercises.   This year’s exhibition showed more than ever that the line between home and office is being blurred. Major players like Herman Miller, Steelcase and Knoll all showcased settings that incorporated plants and fauna, fringed rugs, and light pastel colors mixed with light woods and soft fabrics.   As we always do, here’s...

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Specifying CMF On A Aston Martin Valkyrie

Mr JWW shows how Aston Martin uses Alias VRED and VR to visualize CMF on a Aston Martin Valkyrie Hypercar. Designed in conjunction with RedBull Racing, with a naturally aspirated V12 engine that revs to 11,000rpm, Aston Martin claim the Valkyrie to be the worlds fastest street legal car ever. This is great example how VR can be used to quickly visualize ideas, colors, materials, and finishes to help bring ideas to life....

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SEMA Show 2018 - Tangent Design Group

SEMA Show Revisted

Automotive Inspiration - Sema Show 2018 Tangent hit the road to the attend the SEMA Show 2018 in Las Vegas in late October. This annual automotive trade event draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products.  This year's exhibitors did not disappoint.   For example, the 1958 Chevy Impala adorned in what appears to be metal, drew our attention imediately. Kuhl Racing and Rohan showcased the masterpiece, which was created by custom painter Takahiko Izawa. Izawa assimilates engraving with paint sculpting and stenciling to create a full-body 3D effect. Check out his work at Rohan Izawa Art Design.   Booth after booth offered car accessories and customizations for every taste. We saw lots of cool stuff, but one gadget in particular caught our eye.  The Grypmat allows you to work under the hood without damaging your tools or autos. Its flexible and high-friction component allows it to hold your tools up to a 70 degree angle without magnets.   The...

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Shelby Super Snake Review by Raiti’s Rides

Tangent Automotive Design at its best Raiti's Rides gives a strong thumbs up to the 2018 Shelby Super Snake. Tangent designed the Shelby Super Snake in-house. Our transportation design team developed multiple parts, including the front splitter, rocker panels, and diffuser assemblies, to name a few. Nothing makes us more excited than seeing on our designs on the open road. Take a look under the hood yourself....

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IBEX-2018

2018 IBEX

October 2-4 Tampa, Florida Join us at next week at IBEX; North America’s largest technical trade event in North America for marine industry professionals and professionals in the leisure marine equipment industry.As an industry trade event for professionals working in the recreation marine industry, IBEX offers 650+ exhibits in the exhibit halls, an outdoor display space, and the IBEX Docks. It also offers unparalleled training and education from industry experts and associations. It provides a targeted audience for marine industry OEM and suppliers, aftermarket manufacturers, and service providers. You can learn more about IBEX and register here www.ibexshow.com...

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