We Asked AI to Pick an AM Football Team… Then an Engineer Fought Back (Arkadi Zikin)

Описание: What happens when football tactics collide with additive manufacturing — and an AI joins the game?

In this unique and entertaining episode, Peter Kjeldsteen and Arkadi Zikin take on a creative challenge:
Build a classic football team of 11 players, where each position is represented by an additive manufacturing technology.

Peter brings Copilot AI onto the pitch to select its dream AM lineup — while Arkadi fights back with real-world engineering knowledge. The result is a fast-paced mix of technical insight, football history, expert banter, and plenty of laughs.

From goalkeepers built with DED and Cold Spray, to defensive walls inspired by VAM, and strikers powered by ceramics and volumetric printing, this episode turns manufacturing processes into football personalities.

Along the way, you’ll also hear stories about:

Legendary football players and playing styles

Surprising links between football and materials science

The Basque Country’s unexpected tech strength

AI’s take on engineering decisions — and where it gets challenged

Whether you’re an engineer, student, football fan, or just AM-curious, this episode proves that learning about manufacturing doesn’t have to be boring.

Why Watch?

Learn additive manufacturing concepts in a fun, accessible way
Hear expert opinions from industry insiders
Enjoy football history, analogies, and personal stories
See AI vs human reasoning in a creative engineering challenge

Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Camera Banter
01:00 – Football vs. Technology: The Challenge Explained
03:00 – Goalkeeper Debate: DED, Cold Spray & Legendary Keepers
06:00 – Building the Defense: VAM as the Wall
08:00 – Fullbacks & Sport Shoes: 3D-Printed Adidas and Brazilian Legends
11:00 – Midfield Magic: Binder Jetting, Powder Bed Fusion & Game Makers
15:00 – Attacking Midfield: Crazy Materials & Metal Extrusion
18:00 – Wingers: Laser Powder Deposition & Hybrid AM
21:00 – The Striker: Ceramics, Explosions & Volumetric Printing
24:00 – ChatGPT’s Football Lineup & Software as Coach
26:00 – Football Legends & Basque Country Tech Surprises
29:00 – Wrap-Up & Viewer Challenge

Join the conversation:
Who built the better team — Arkadi or Copilot AI?
Drop your lineup in the comments.

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