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Meet Rachel Byer: Fornax-AM’s New Director of Materials Science Drives Advancements in Lightweight Alloys and Composites

John Havermann, president and CEO of Fornax-AM, is thrilled to welcome Rachel Byer to the team as the director of materials science. With a wealth of experience in research and development, as well as materials characterization, Byer will focus on accelerating material AI capabilities and identifying market opportunities.

In her new role, Byer will bring with her a diverse background in applying materials science across various markets. Her career has included roles as a contributor, project manager, and laboratory manager where she used analytical techniques, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to characterize materials.

Byer holds a Doctor of Philosophy and a Master of Engineering in materials science and engineering from Virginia Tech, as well as a Bachelor of Science in physics from Bucknell University. Fornax-AM is a company that specializes in providing customers with lightweight, high-density products made from advanced alloys, metallics, and ceramic composite materials. The company’s products support the missions of departments such as Energy and Defense, NASA, and other players in the aerospace and defense community.

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