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Protolabs Acquires 3D Hubs
The deal will create one of the most comprehensive digital manufacturing resources for custom parts.
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The natural strength of lobster shells inspired the research team.
How Lobsters Can Help Make Stronger 3D Printed Concrete
Patterns inspired by lobster shells can support more complex and creative architectural structures.
Jan 19th, 2021
The new approach can be used to make a variety of complex objects such as the bicycle shown here.
New Method 3D Prints Detailed Glass Objects
To test it, they printed a tiny bicycle.
Jan 15th, 2021
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Saved from the trash heap and ready for transformation.
How to Turn Plastic Waste into 3D Printing Profit
Jan 12th, 2021
An image of the COVID-19 test chip made by aerosol jet nanoparticle 3D printing.
3D-Printed COVID-19 Test Works in Seconds
Jan 8th, 2021
Solutions like topology optimization are driving the adoption of additive manufacturing as the geometries produced are difficult to manufacture using traditional production methods.
Speeding the Adoption of Additive Mfg.
Jan 7th, 2021
This octopus has color-changing cells, called chromatophores, in its skin — a phenomenon that inspired Rutgers engineers.
3D-Printed Smart Gel Changes Shape When Exposed to Light
Jan 5th, 2021
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Inside the 3D printed material (right) a lattice structure (left) contains the added liquids.
Researchers Develop New 3D Printing Process
The method could have a big impact on automotive or aerospace parts that are under a lot of strain.
Dec 17th, 2020
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Studies Suggest 3D Printing Could Be Toxic
Researchers said manufacturers and regulators should help mitigate potential health risks.
Dec 16th, 2020
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Protolabs VP Named Next CEO
Robert Bodor will succeed Vicki Holt as president and CEO effective March 1.
Dec 15th, 2020
Food engineers in Brazil and France developed gels based on modified starch for use as 'ink' to make foods and novel materials by additive manufacturing.
Engineers Create Ingredients to 3D Print Food
In the near future, it will be possible to produce food with personalized shapes, textures, flavors and colors.
Dec 10th, 2020
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Binder Jet 3D Provider to Use ExOne Metal 3D Printer
ExOne’s binder jet process transforms powdered materials into dense, functional precision parts at high speeds.
Dec 10th, 2020
A 3D bioprinted heart model developed by Adam Feinberg and his team.
3D Bioprinted Heart a New Tool for Surgeons
The technique uses a needle to inject bioink into a bath of soft hydrogel.
Nov 19th, 2020
Next-generation AM systems provide advanced features, such as high aspect ratios and ultra-thin walls, that revolutionize what’s possible with heat exchanger geometries.
Why In-Process Metrology Is Critical to the Success of Metal AM Builds
A host of metrics should be considered key for successful metal additive manufacturing, but three stand out as the most critical.
Nov 18th, 2020
3D metal printer using a proprietary Electron Beam Melting technology for printing objects in metal.
The 3D Printer Manufacturer's Guide to High-Performance Linear Motion
Advanced linear motion solutions cost more than belt and rod systems, but their advantages for many printing applications are decisive.
Nov 17th, 2020
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Challenging the Four Big Myths of Additive Manufacturing
AM has made a reality of what was previously impossible, but it's also a victim of obsolete opinions and assumptions.
Nov 13th, 2020
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Würth Industry NA, Baker Hughes Partner to Expand 3D Printing Solutions
The companies will collaborate on design and 3D printing opportunities for the oil & gas, renewables, power generation, maritime, automotive and aerospace sectors.
Nov 11th, 2020
3D-printed models showing virtual surgical planning for a slide tracheoplasty procedure, courtesy Kaalan Johnson, M.D., Seattle Children's Hospital.
Medical Customers Adopt Stratasys Digital Anatomy 3D Printer
3D-printed anatomical models replicate biomechanics of human anatomy to help improve training, transform surgical planning and bring new medical innovations to market faster.
Nov 4th, 2020
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Optomec Delivers 3D Electronics Printer for Medical Device Production
New Aerosol Jet system is optimized for industrial manufacturing.
Nov 3rd, 2020