The medical community continues to be one of the quickest growing users of additive production technologies. Additive manufacturing is still a great facilitator of precision medicine throughout practices as utilization of these technologies continues to rise. Among the leaders of…
According to several interviews with trend-setters and leaders in the 3-D publishing ecosystem, chances are that we’ll shortly start to see the next five 3 publishing styles play an important part in the business: 1. FRESH 3D PUBLISHING MATERIAL: Firstly,…
California-based Airwolf 3D made a big announcement today, regarding a common 3D printing materials problem. Polypropylene is cost effective and incredibly durable, so it’s used often for automotive as well as other industrial uses. Such a plastic is extremely chemically…
As an artist, I know that there’s something sad in regards to the small left over scraps of the substance which was a valuable section of the actual process of development. I have really tried many times and in a…
It might appear odd that anybody would devote any time creating a cam with a single, solitary pixel as its offer when now’s cameras often feature a capability of 20 mega pixels or more. From just one pixel but a…
They make physical objects out of plastic. Which is extremely cool. Need to learn how to begin 3D printing? That is where you should start. This hands-on workshop will cover the basic concepts of 3D printing and step by step…
Based on a brand new market research report, “4D Printing Market by Stuff (Programmable Carbon Fiber, Programmable Wood – Custom Printed Wood Grain, Programmable Cloths), End User (Aerospace, Automotive, Clothing, Construction, Defense, Health Care & Utility) & Geography – Global…
We have seen, on numerous occasions, the use of 3D printing in the creation of unique cinema. Whether it be stop motion videos created through the uses of multiple 3D printed objects each fabricated in slightly different positions, or the…
Recycle Beacon Fz LLC, a UAE-based company developing advanced innovative solutions in the recycling and waste management field, is practicing what they preach by turning to 3D printing technology to quickly and accurately create an optimized physical prototype model of…
Irish brothers Conor and Fintan MacCormack were into 3D printing before it was cool. In fact, Conor first discovered the concept in 1986, when he was in secondary school, watching a BBC television special. The technology hooked the 16-year-old right…
It should be interesting to see how this technology evolves over the coming years. NASA is definitely on to something, as this currently seems like the best possible method for 3D additive construction outside of the Earth’s atmosphere. https://3dprint.com/30302/3d-printing-on-moon-mars/
How long does it take to build a house? Obviously it depends on the size of the house and other factors, but somewhere around six or seven months is a good estimate. Chinese construction company HuaShang Tengda thinks that’s pretty…
HP has finally unveiled its much-anticipated 3D printing solution. The 3D printer and the Processing Station were unveiled privately for the first time weeks ago for a small group of journalists and analysts, with strobe lights upping the drama and truly…
Like kids counting down for Christmas morning, journalists, analysts, and watchdogs in the 3D printing industry have been counting down to this day for a very long time: HP has finally unveiled its much-anticipated 3D printing solution. https://3dprint.com/133713/hp-mjf-3d-printer-unveiled/
Peter Sondergaard, Senior Vice President at Gartner Research, recently spoke about the changing work force around the globe to Silicon Republic. Sondergaard sees never-ending opportunities for making, emphasizing the role 3D printing could play in the automotive industry. It would…
According to a new market research report “3D Printing Market by Printer Type, Material Type (Metals, Plastics, Ceramics & Others), Material Form (Powder, Liquid, Filament), Process, Technology, Software, Service, Application, Vertical and Geography – Global Forecast to 2022”, the 3D…
According to a recent earnings recap piece, Pacific Crest’s Weston Twigg favors Materialise NV (ADR) within the space allocated to its type of business, saying Materialise NV “continues to outperform peers,” and therefore “remains our best idea in 3D printing.” Citing…
Pete Saari, a veteran marketing executive of technology, was less than impressed with standard urns sold through the funeral industry, which he felt ranged from the stereotypical box to various vases and containers and materials available for up to several hundred dollars. He…
On my 30th birthday, I began having knee trouble. Actually, on my birthday. I turned 30, and I had been great the day before and suddenly found it distressing to stand up from my desk. I came across this joke…
3DS’ Direct Metal Printing (DMP) produces fully dense, functional metal parts and assemblies for aerospace applications https://www.3dsystems.com/sites/www.3dsystems.com/files/06_15_2015_3ds_exhibits_fully_functional_3d_printed_metal_parts_and_advanced_aerospace_solutions_at_2015_international_paris_air_show.pdf
Avi Reichental, President and CEO of 3DS, says,“We believe that the perfect strategic fit between our businesses, combined with expanded capabilities in product development, channel coverage and marketing, could present sizable synergies that together offer significant long-term customer benefits and…
Tumbles is a 6-week old Terrier who behaves like any dog. “As far as he knows he is simply an ordinary pup,” Tumbles adoptive mother Karen Pilcher said. “I’ve been doing a dog saving for 32 years I Have never…
The biggest area where 3D printing might make an impact is in the construction process, which is famously long for any aircraft. http://www.bizjournals.com/bizjournals/news/2015/11/09/see-the-worlds-largest-3d-printed-plane-take-off.html
‘Tis the season for holiday sales! But which ones are the ones that are best? And how long can you wait to be sure you have the deal that is right, without spending hours in line at the big box…
At the Small Satellite show from 8–13 August in Logan, Utah, CRP USA will display the latest 3D-printed solutions for the space industry made in Windform, a range of polyamide-based materials reinforced with glass fibres or carbon fibres. http://www.theengineer.co.uk/supplier-network/product/crp-set-to-present-3d-printed-products-for-space-industry-at-the-small-satellite-show/
Bloomberg BNA’s Pharmaceutical Law & Industry Report was recently released, and according to attorneys the recent FDA approval of the first 3D printed drug could lead to several complicated legal, product liability and intellectual property clashes that could derail the…
Hailed as one of the biggest innovations seen from the consumer side of the SLA 3D printer market, Elemental is a desktop SLA 3D printer with a difference. Like other SLA printers, Elemental utilises a laser system to cure photosensitive…
DOHA: The USA embassy is partnering with Texas A & M University Qatar (TAMUQ) and conducting workshops on notions of 3D printing at Qatar Scientific Club. Extensive topics are explored by the ‘World of 3D printing’ workshop series from 3D…
The use of additive manufacturing (popularly known as 3D printing) has helped revolutionise product development at South African defence company Airbus DS Optronics. It is one of the technologies adopted by the company to enable it to carry out rapid…
The car is a 1:2-scale rolling model — made from metal — of the the “Auto Union Typ C” sports car that knocked Mercedes-Benz off the winner’s podium in the late ’30s. That, however, isn’t the highlight of this story.…