Dark Factories, AI Agents, and Mass Production for Defense | Dennis DeMeyere, Autonomous Production

In this episode, Steve sits down with Dennis DeMeyere, Co-Founder and CEO of Autonomous Production.
Manufacturing capacity has become a strategic advantage. As drones, autonomous systems, and precision weapons reshape modern warfare, the ability to produce at scale is becoming just as important as the technology itself.
Dennis discusses how autonomous factories, AI-powered manufacturing systems, and distributed production networks could transform the defense industrial base.
We explore lessons from Ukraine, the promise and limitations of additive manufacturing, the concept of dark factories, and what it will take to rapidly scale production in the event of a major conflict.
We also discuss:
- Autonomous manufacturing
- Additive manufacturing and 3D printing
- Distributed production networks
- AI agents in industrial operations
- Drone production at scale
- The future of the defense industrial base
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