XYZPrinting announces $3,000 da Vinci full-Color 3D Printer with 3DColorJet technology
Aug.31, 2017 -
3D printer manufacturer XYZprinting has announced the $3,000 Da Vinci Color: a fused filament fabrication 3D printer that offers full CMYK printing by incorporating inkjet printing into the build process.
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Sony's new Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact phones come with 3D scanning technology
Aug.31, 2017 -
Sony has demonstrated its latest smartphones at a trade fair in Berlin, and 3D scanning is one of the new features they are bundled with. The 3D Creator app allows users to capture 3D images with the device's camera, and they are processed entirely on-board, ready to be shared or sent for 3D printing.
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Layer One teases new FDM-SLA combo 3D printer: the Atom 3
Aug.31, 2017 -
Taiwan 3D printer manufacturer Layer One seems to have something new up its sleeve. Known for its delta-style Atom FDM 3D printers, the company claims to be developing a new 3D printer which would combine both FDM and stereolithography (SLA) in a single machine.
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Aug.31, 2017 -
A scientist from the Swinburne University of Technology in Australia is conducting research that could take us one step closer to 3D bioprinted human tissue for implantation. The project consists of developing a method to control how quickly growth factors are released.
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Aug.31, 2017 -
Materialise has partnered with winter sports gear and tailored footwear specialist Tailored Fits to launch an end-to-end digital supply chain for custom-fit 3d printed ski boots.
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Fraunhofer ILT to develop game-changing green laser SLM 3D printer for printing pure copper
Aug.31, 2017 -
Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology (Fraunhofer ILT) are developing a green laser SLM 3D printing system for printing pure copper and copper alloys. The project has been dubbed 'SLM in Green.'
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Instagif NextStep: a 3D printed Polaroid camera that prints out GIFs
Aug.31, 2017 -
Tech lover Abhishek Singh has 3D printed a Polaroid camera that 'prints out' GIFs. The amazing Raspberry Pi-powered 'Instagif NextStep' ejects a small cartridge, equipped with a screen and another Pi, that can play a recorded GIF on loop for around 20 minutes.
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PEAK unveils first ever pair of 3D printed basketball shoes in collab with NBA star Dwight Howard
Aug.31, 2017 -
Chinese sportswear brand PEAK has unveiled what could be the first ever pair of 3D printed basketball sneakers. The 3D printed sports shoes were presented just days ago at the 2017 PEAK China Tour and Dwight Howard III Press Conference.
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Mini uses 3D printing in production of its all-electric Mini concept
Aug.31, 2017 -
British car icon Mini has unveiled its latest concept car, the Mini Electric Concept. It's a preview of the company's first all-electric production model, to be released in 2019. 3D printing technology was used extensively in the production of the car's wheels, whose design varies from the classic Mini Cooper's in a number of interesting ways.
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Aug.30, 2017 -
Here's a round-up of recent events, to keep you up to speed with what's happening in the 3D printing world. Recently we've seen a partnership established'between OrthoPediatrics and Mighty Oak Medical, 3D printed fashion being displayed at a Seoul textile exhibition, and much more besides.
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Siemens to assist Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority in 3D printing parts for metro system
Aug.30, 2017 -
Industrial manufacturing company Siemens has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to develop 3D printed parts for the latter's transport subsystems.
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Plantoids: the smart 3D printed robots that will help keep your plants alive
Aug.30, 2017 -
Citizen Scientific Workshop (CSW) has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Plantoids, 3D printable robots that put your plants on wheels. Each 3D printed device seeks out sunlight and fresh air to give its green passenger the best chance of good health.
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Expandable bone screw 3D printed in titanium could improve spinal surgery recovery
Aug.30, 2017 -
Researchers from Curtin University in Australia have teamed up with surgeons from the Royal Perth Hospital and the St John of God Subiaco Hospital to develop a 3D printed bone screw. The device can help patients suffering from severe bone fractures or osteoporosis recover from spinal surgery.
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Has RCLifeOn mastered the art of 3D printed t-shirt design?
Aug.30, 2017 -
Simon Sorensen, creator of the YouTube channel RCLifeOn, has uploaded a video tutorial for making 3D printed t-shirt designs. The maker uses NinjaFlex flexible filament to 3D print patterns directly onto cotton t-shirts.
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Formwerk3D helps 3D scan rare bust of Ancient Egyptian pharaoh Akhenaten
Aug.30, 2017 -
In collaboration with local 3D printing service Formwerk3D, Hannover's Museum August Kestner recently undertook a project to digitally 3D scan and capture the ancient bust of pharaoh Akhenaten. The 3D model can now be viewed from anywhere in the world.
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Local Motors' self-driving 'Olli' shuttle helped along by Makerbot 3D printers
Aug.30, 2017 -
Local Motors offered a glimpse into its manufacturing facility to see how it has been using the Makerbot Replicator+, a $2,500 high-performance desktop 3D printer, to quickly and efficiently produce parts for the IBM Watson-powered 'Olli' vehicle.
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Incredible 3D printed Fractal Skulls from WhiteClouds will have you contemplating life and death
Aug.30, 2017 -
WhiteClouds, the Utah-based cloud 3D printing specialist, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for an amazing set of 3D printed 'Fractal Skulls.' The colorful skulls are designed with mind-bending, computer-generated fractal patterns, and finished with a glossy protective coating.
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Printable Scenery launches Kickstarter for new Rampage Gothic 3D printable scenery-building systems
Aug.30, 2017 -
After the success of various other crowdfunding campaigns in the past, New Zealand-based Printable Scenery has launched a Kickstarter for its new Rampage Gothic line. These 3D printable scenery models are inspired by gothic architecture and will be a great addition to any fantasy role-player's collection.
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BiliScreen: a 3D printed smartphone device that detects pancreatic cancer by looking at your eyes
Aug.29, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed BiliScreen, a new smartphone app and 3D printed attachment that can detect jaundice in an adult's eye. This could in turn allow users to detect early signs of pancreatic cancer and other diseases.
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18-year-old Italian student builds €10 3D printer from old inkjet printers
Aug.29, 2017 -
An 18-year-old student at the Liceo Scientifico Copernico in Udine, Italy, has deconstructed three old inkjet printers and a flatbed scanner to make his own 3D printer from scratch. Costing only '10 from start to finish, Michele Lizzit's innovative project shows just how much is possible with some basic recycling, a bit of tinkering, and a lot of creativity.
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Danfoss opens first 3D printing center in Denmark; Asian and North American centers to follow
Aug.29, 2017 -
Danfoss, a Danish manufacturer of cooling, heating, and motor systems, has announced the opening of its first global 3D printing technology center. Based in Nordborg, Denmark, the new 3D printing facility is the first of three that Danfoss plans to open.
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UW-Madison engineers get $2.1M to develop 3D printed heat exchangers for refrigerators
Aug.29, 2017 -
Engineers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have received $2.1 million in funding to continue their development of 3D printed heat exchangers. The project is being supported by the U.S. Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-e).
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3i-PRINT brings together additive giants for amazing 3D printed Volkswagen Caddy project
Aug.29, 2017 -
Altair, APWORKS, csi entwicklungstechnik, EOS GmbH, GERG, and Heraeus have joined forces for 3i-PRINT, an engineering platform for research and development of innovative prototype concepts. The group has 3D printed the front end structure of a Volkswagen Caddy.
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Swinburne University recognized for innovative geopolymer-based concrete 3D printing method
Aug.29, 2017 -
The Centre for Sustainable Infrastructure at the Swinburne University of Technology in Australia has received the Excellence in Technology and Innovation award from the Concrete Institute of Australia (CIA). The prize was given for the center's cutting-edge concrete 3D printing process.
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Foster + Partners, Branch Technology capture top prize in Phase 2 of NASA's 3D printing competition
Aug.29, 2017 -
NASA has announced the winner of Phase 2: Level 3 of its 3D Printed Habitat Challenge, a multi-phase competition which is seeking to find new and innovative methods for building 3D printed habitats and livable structures in space.
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Robo and colorFabb partner for new 3D printing materials, international expansion
Aug.29, 2017 -
San Diego 3D printer company Robo has partnered with Netherlands-based filament specialist colorFabb for a distribution and reseller agreement. colorFabb will also develop special filaments for Robo.
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3D printing accident leads to discovery of bio-active 'tissue paper' for organ regeneration
Aug.29, 2017 -
A new bio-active material has been discovered after an accidental spillage of ink used for 3D bio-printing. The material, which resembles tissue paper and has specific properties from the organ it is made from, can be used to stimulate the growth of tissues and hormone production
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Ionic3DP to launch Kickstarter for Kappa - $220 3D printer based on Scott Russell Mechanism
Aug.29, 2017 -
Ionic3DP, a Singapore-based 3D printer startup, is preparing to launch its very first additive manufacturing system. Called Kappa, the new FDM/FFF desktop 3D printer is set to launch via Kickstarter this September.
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New method for 'bone-like' shell & infill optimization results in stronger 3D printed parts
Aug.28, 2017 -
Researchers from the Technical University of Delft and the Technical University of Denmark have developed a new way to create bone-like porous infill in 3D printed parts. The technique can be achieved on several kinds of 3D printer.
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UK's Royal Navy could develop mysterious 3D printed submarines that look like stingrays
Aug.28, 2017 -
Engineers have proposed a number of futuristic concepts for new Royal Navy vehicles and weapons. Their designs include a 3D printed stingray-like submarine and swarms of fish-shaped torpedoes.
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How to cast metal parts directly using a 3D printed 'High Temp' resin mold
Aug.28, 2017 -
3D printing company Formlabs has introduced a new method for casting metal parts using 3D printed molds. Using its High Temp Resin material, makers can easily 3D print molds for direct pewter casting.
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Brazil's Embrapa lab adopts 3D bioprinting tech to advance agricultural research
Aug.28, 2017 -
Embrapa Genetic Resources and Biotechnology's Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology (LNANO) in Brasilia, Brazil has announced the recent adoption of 3D bioprinting technologies. 3D bioprinting will enable them to create complex and realistic biological structures for agricultural research.
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Lobster shells inspire 'electrified' 3D printed body armor that could prevent sports injuries
Aug.28, 2017 -
Engineers from the University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering are using 3D printed armor inspired by lobsters to prevent sports injuries. The lobster-like printed armor could be particularly useful for preventing chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
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This giant LEGO Go-Kart was made entirely with 3D printed building blocks
Aug.28, 2017 -
YouTuber Matt Denton, known for his Mantis Hacks maker videos, has built a large-scale replica of the classic 1972 LEGO Go-Kart kit. Made from 3D printed building blocks, the LEGO Go-Kart is five times larger than the original and was made for under $130.
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Virginia Tech team 3D prints with Kapton, most heat-resistant polymer that could be used in space
Aug.28, 2017 -
After a year's work, a group of researchers at Virginia Tech has finished developing the molecules required to successfully 3D print with Kapton. Kapton is a high-performance, heat-resistant polymer often used to insulate satellites and other spacecraft, as it can withstand temperatures up to 1000 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Humble Velocipede, a 3D printed version of Theo Janssen's famous Strandbeest sculptures
Aug.27, 2017 -
A guide published on Adafruit shows how to build the Humble Velocipede- a neat 3D printed walking toy. The design is based on the Strandbeest creations of Theo Janssen- machines designed to walk along beaches powered by the wind.
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3D Printing News Roundup: GE Garages, SMS Group, Merck, DiManEx, byFlow
Aug.26, 2017 -
Don't worry if you've been too busy to keep up with recent 3D printing developments, we've got another quick round-up to fill you in on what you might have missed. Stories include Merck setting up a technology innovation lab in Israel, Saudi students getting 3D printing training from GE Garages, and more besides.
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Next generation of 3D printed medical & dental implants could be made from PEEK
Aug.25, 2017 -
This year's International PEEK Meeting, which took place in Washington D.C. in April, revealed that a number of important medical research projects are being conducted into the 3D printable polymer. The material is proving especially useful for implants.
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Universities set out to 3D scan 20,000 vertebrates for MorphoSource digital database
Aug.25, 2017 -
A collaborative initiative called openVertebrate is bringing together experts from various universities to 3D scan and digitally capture all vertebrates. The ambitious project, which will officially launch on September 1, is supported by a $2.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation.
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Kinematics study uses 3D printed wand markers to improve foot motion tracking
Aug.25, 2017 -
Researchers from Belgium have developed an in-shoe foot analysis tool that uses 3D printed markers, consisting of a baseplate and a wand marker, to track foot motion. The kinematics system could improve future footwear designs.
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Meet 'Scout,' the US Marines' new 3D printed drone that costs just $613 to build
Aug.25, 2017 -
Rhet McNeal, a 26 year-old Corporal from Griffin, Georgia, has designed a 3D printed drone called 'Scout' that can be built for just $613, around 200 times cheaper than current drones used by the Marines.
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Unitika's thermo-sensitive 3D printing material can be reworked after printing
Aug.25, 2017 -
Unitika, a Japanese advanced materials company, is developing a thermo-sensitive 3D printing filament. Objects 3D printed with the filament can be deformed by hand, since body temperature causes the polymer to soften.
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Argentinian researchers add rotating 4th axis to bioprinter for tubular scaffold meshes
Aug.25, 2017 -
Researchers from CONICET and the National University of La Plata in Argentina are developing a 3D bioprinting system that incorporates a 4th axis. This new 3D printer, they say, will enable the additive manufacturing of more complex cylindrical, tubular, or helical mesh structures.
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Shining 3D launches Einstart-C 3D printer, collaborates for STEAM education starter package
Aug.25, 2017 -
Shining 3D, one of China's leading 3D printing and scanning companies, has announced the release of its latest product: the Einstart-C desktop 3D printer. In addition to launching the new 3D printer, the company will be introducing a 3D printing educational starter package in collaboration with PrintLab International to help bolster STEAM learning in schools.
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Aug.24, 2017 -
Printing behemoth HP and professional services firm Deloitte are joining forces to implement HP's 3D printing systems in large-scale manufacturing environments. Deloitte plans to flex its 'global client reach' and other strengths as part of the alliance.
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Berkeley AI team generates high-res 3D models from 2D images by focusing on surfaces
Aug.24, 2017 -
Researchers from the Berkeley Artificial Intelligence Research lab have developed a way to create 3D objects from a single 2D color image. The technique uses something called 'hierarchical surface prediction' to identify free space, occupied space, and boundaries.
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German researchers reveal the 8 ways to 'remix' 3D printable models on Thingiverse
Aug.24, 2017 -
A group of German researchers has conducted a study into the phenomenon of 'remixing' on Thingiverse. The study finds remixing to account for half of Thingiverse's models, and divides the practice of remixing into eight basic patterns.
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US army 3D prints 512-sq-ft barracks using concrete AM tech developed in collaboration with NASA
Aug.24, 2017 -
The U.S. Army Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) has constructed a 3D printed concrete barracks spanning an impressive 512 square-feet. The concrete structure was made possible by 3D printing technology developed by CERL in partnership with NASA.
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Siemens backs Identify3D's digital manufacturing security solutions to boost use of 3D printing
Aug.24, 2017 -
A major partnership has been established between Siemens and digital security solutions provider Identify3D. Identify3D's software protects and secures the digital production and supply chain for manufacturers, and this new investment will mean that more companies will be comfortable adopting 3D printing technology.
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Aug.24, 2017 -
The 3D printing industry still shows no signs of slowing down, but we've got another round-up of the latest developments to keep you up to speed. Recent events include Korean surgeons using 3D printing to reconstruct a patient's jawbone, EIT getting 22 new patents for its 3D printed spinal implant technology, and more besides.
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Researchers improve design of wine testing airlocks using Carbon 3D printing tech
Aug.23, 2017 -
Winemakers are continually searching for new ways to improve the winemaking process in terms of cost and production time. Recently, a team from the University of Adelaide turned to 3D printing technologies for the creation of a redesigned airlock device for wine testing.
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Aug.23, 2017 -
Management consulting firm McKinsey & Company has published a report that identifies 3D printing as a key area of 'construction's digital future.' The report also looks at 5D building information modeling, IoT, and other technologies.
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MIT's Robogami lets you design custom 3D printed robots from standard, folding parts in minutes
Aug.23, 2017 -
A group of researchers from MIT CSAIL has developed a new design system to make the building of simple robots more accessible to those without design expertise. Users put together a design using templates, which is 3D printed as flat two-dimensional faces connected by joints, before being folded to assemble the final 3D shape.
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17-year-old invents $35 3D printed device for diagnosing respiratory diseases
Aug.23, 2017 -
17-year-old Maya Varma, an engineering student and intern at Stanford University, has developed a low-cost 3D printed device that can analyze a patient's breath and help to diagnose pulmonary diseases.
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Is filament made from astronaut urine the next giant leap for 3D printing in space?
Aug.23, 2017 -
Clemson University researchers are developing a technique for turning human waste into recycled 3D printing filament. With special microorganisms, both urine and exhaled carbon dioxide could be turned into usable materials for 3D printing spare parts, tools, and other useful items.
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Ultra-rare 1954 Jaguar XK120 SE undergoes amazing restoration with help of 3D printing
Aug.23, 2017 -
British auto shop Classic Motor Cars (CMC) has painstakingly restored and refurbished what is believed to be one of the rarest Jaguar models in existence, the one-of-a-kind Pininfarina-bodied 1954 Jaguar XK120 SE, with the help of 3D scanning and 3D printing.
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Airbus reduces 'mass, cost & time' of satellites with metal 3D printed radio frequency filters
Aug.23, 2017 -
Airbus Defence and Space, a division of Airbus responsible for'defense'and'aerospace operations, has developed prototype 3D printed radio-frequency (RF) filters using metal 3D printing. RF waveguide filters are an important technology for space communications.
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3D Printing News Roundup: RESA Wearables, iBUS platform, Aether, Skriware
Aug.22, 2017 -
Here's a round-up of some recent 3D printing stories you might have missed, including Aether receiving funding from the Gates Foundation for a new 3D bio-printing project, RESA Wearables introducing retail kiosks in China for 3D printed custom orthotic insoles, and more besides.
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NASA award spurs HRL's 3D printed ceramic research for rocket engine parts
Aug.22, 2017 -
HRL Laboratories, a California-based research lab, has received an award from NASA's Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion program. The funding will enable it to develop 3D printed rocket engine components made from ceramics.
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Three 3D printer crowdfunding projects live right now: New Nine, D2K Insight, Toybox
Aug.22, 2017 -
While crowdfunding will always be something of a lottery, platforms like Kickstarter remain the best place to get huge cost reductions on startup-made 3D printers and 3D printing equipment. Here are three 3D printer projects live right now: the New Nine, D2K Insight, and Toybox.
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Matterport: $5m investment for company whose AI 3D scanning tech helps realtors scan entire houses
Aug.22, 2017 -
Matterport, a California-based immersive media tech company known for its real-world 3D model generation technology, has secured a $5 million investment from Ericsson Ventures. The recent funding will help it grow and advance its innovative artificial intelligence (AI) computer vision technology.
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TetraShell 3D printing used to create four-meter-tall tree sculpture for Norwegian retirement home
Aug.22, 2017 -
L+S, an artist duo from Germany and Noway, have created a four-meter-tall tree sculpture to commemorate Noway's most eco-friendly nursing home, Ullerntunet. The large-scale sculpture, which is made from bronze, was made using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies.
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This functional 3D printed Warthog took a Halo fan 7 years to build
Aug.22, 2017 -
It's been 10 years since Halo 3 was first released, and if you're like me, your memory of it may be a little bit foggy. Fortunately, maker Bryanthavercamp is here to jog our memory with this ultra impressive (and functional!) Warthog vehicle, made with the help of 3D printing.
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Lunewave's inexpensive 3D printed lenses could put Tesla-style 'autopilot' systems in everyday cars
Aug.22, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of Arizona have developed inexpensive 3D printed Luneberg lenses that could be used in radar systems for the automotive industry. The researchers have formed a startup, Lunewave, that will commercialize the technology.
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Aug.22, 2017 -
Based in New Zealand, MindKits is an educational company that has been offering 3D printing workshops in schools since 2008. It recently won Mercedes-Benz 'Hack My Van' competition, securing a new Vito van that it can use to expand its operations into less privileged areas of the country.
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Prusa software update makes 3D printing water-soluble supports easier than ever
Aug.21, 2017 -
Prusa Research has released the latest version (1.36.2) of its Slic3r Prusa Edition 3D printing software. Its main new feature? Improved settings for 3D printing with water-soluble supports on the Prusa i3 MK2 MultiMaterial 3D printer.
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New Congress-approved defense bill could mean more military contracts for 3D printing companies
Aug.21, 2017 -
The U.S. Department of Defense Authorization Bill, which includes stipulations on 3D printing, has passed Congress. The bill requires that the Secretary of Defense brief the House Committee on Armed Services on its plans for additive manufacturing.
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Indian doctors implant 3D printed prosthetic ear made using CoEP's Osto3D modeling software
Aug.21, 2017 -
A 32-year-old woman from India has received a prosthetic ear implant thanks in large part to 3D modeling software and 3D printing technologies. The procedure was enabled by the College of Engineering, Pune (CoEP) and the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC).
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HUMM's 3D printed brain zapper gives video gamers competitive edge
Aug.21, 2017 -
HUMM, a startup based in Perth, Australia, is developing a 3D printed headset that boosts brain performance by delivering electric shocks to wearers. The device uses four electrodes to measure brain waves, and stimulates the brain to improve short-term memory and mistake evasion.
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Australia's Anatomics partners with multiple Singapore institutions for custom 3D printed implants
Aug.21, 2017 -
A number of agreements have been reached between Australian tech startups and Singapore-based institutions. Among the notable partnerships is a 3D printing-related agreement between Australian medical tech company Anatomics and the Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
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Coralise: 3D printed coral skeletons could save spectacular reefs from climate change
Aug.21, 2017 -
Jessica Gregory, a 23-year-old nature lover from Newport, Wales, is attempting to save coral reefs by 3D printing replicas of coral skeletons. She hopes young corals will be encouraged to to grow around the 3D printed replicas.
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This beautiful 3D printed ceramic lamp is made from a single coil of clay
Aug.21, 2017 -
Australian furniture designer Tom Fereday recently highlighted the interior design possibilities of 3D printing technologies with the unveiling of his classic yet eye-grabbing 3D printed Pelo light. The pendant light shade is made from a single coil of 3D printed clay.
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Chinese city of Nanjing gets first 3D printed bridge railings
Aug.21, 2017 -
Dangerous bridge railings in Nanjing, China, were replaced by the country's first 3D printed railings. Nanjing Jia Yi Precision Instrument Manufacturing Company was in charge of the project, which was completed much more quickly and efficiently than with conventional techniques.
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3D print and assemble Anouk Wipprecht's illuminated High Tech Edelweiss necklace
Aug.20, 2017 -
Dutch designer Anouk Wipprecht is hands down one of our favorite innovators within the fashion-tech field. Now, makers of all skills and ages have the chance to recreate one of the talented designer's 3D printed pieces: a 3D printed Edelweiss necklace.
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Aug.20, 2017 -
Engineers from the UK's University of Bristol have developed 'TinyLev,' a 3D printed acoustic levitator that can be used to suspend matter in mid-air. The device could be used for blood tests, inspection of insects, and more.
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Imagined Artefacts: Artist Anousha Payne uses 3D scanning and printing to appropriate artefacts
Aug.19, 2017 -
London-based artist Anousha Payne has used 3D printing to create her latest art series 'Imagined Artefacts.' The project, which consists of a number of 3D printed abstract structures, explores several themes including replication and the significance of an artefact outside of its context.
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This easy-to-follow 3D printed chess set tutorial will have rookies printing rooks in no time
Aug.19, 2017 -
Adafruit has published a tutorial for a 3D printed chess set with a 'Circuit Playground' theme. The detailed pieces are made from ColorFabb PLA-metal mix filaments, while the chess board can be printed in regular PLA.
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BeAM Machines to host Open House for new 20,000 square foot facility in Cincinnati
Aug.18, 2017 -
BeAM Machines, which specializes in Directed Energy Deposition (DED) technology, is to host Open House for new 20,000 square foot facility in Cincinnati.
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CSM Bakery teams with 3D Systems to bring 3D printing to food industry
Aug.18, 2017 -
CSM Bakery Solutions, a provider of bakery ingredients, products and services, and 3D Systems Corp., the originator of 3D printing and solutions, today announced they reached an agreement to collaborate in the development, sale, and distribution of 3D printers, products and materials for the food industry.
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Belgian students create 3D printed robotic hand that interprets sign language for the deaf
Aug.18, 2017 -
A group of engineers from the University of Antwerp in Belgium have put their skills towards good with the invention of a 3D printed humanoid robot that can translate speech into sign language. The inspirational bot is called 'Project Aslan.'
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Aug.18, 2017 -
Kansas-based company Lorax Design Group has been making use of an Ultimaker 2 in order to create 3D models of its landscape designs. The team, led by Kurt Kraisinger, 3D prints models of swimming pools for clients so they can get a clearer picture of where their project is headed.
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3D printed pinhole projector shields bright eyes during total eclipse of the sun
Aug.18, 2017 -
Many people across North America will be able to witness a solar eclipse on Monday, and 3D printed pinhole projectors are a cheap, safe way to view the phenomenon without damaging your eyes.
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UBC researcher's 3D printed bone grafts strike balance between porosity and strength
Aug.18, 2017 -
A researcher from the University of British Columbia (UBC)'s Okanagan campus has been conducting tests to determine which 3D printable structure is best for creating artificial bone implants. Recently, he claimed to have found the most optimal design for both strength and bio integration.
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BASF acquires Dutch 3D printing filament producer Innofil3D
Aug.18, 2017 -
German chemicals giant BASF has acquired a 100 percent stake in Innofil3D, a 3D printing filaments company based in the Netherlands. This continues BASF's expansion into the 3D printing market, and will enable Innofil3D to develop its already impressive product range further.
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3D Printing News Roundup: BigRep, Camber Spine Tech, Osseus, Shapeways, LPW, Sigma Labs
Aug.18, 2017 -
The world of 3D printing technology continues to expand at a remarkable rate, but luckily we're here to keep you up to date on everything that's happening. Here's a round-up of recent events that might have passed you by, including some personnel changes at LPW and BigRep America, a 3D printed cervical implant getting FDA clearance, and more besides.
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Russian spacewalking cosmonauts release world's first 3D printed satellite from ISS
Aug.17, 2017 -
The first satellite launch of the year by the Russian space program includes the country's first 3D printed device. A pair of cosmonauts will be manually launching the nano-satellites, all of which weigh less than 30kg, from the International Space Station
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3D printed Strandbeest robot impresses with ultra-smooth gait
Aug.17, 2017 -
A maker named Nicolas Raynaud has made a 3D printed robot inspired by Theo Jansen's incredible wind-powered Strandbeest mechanisms. The robot has wowed the internet with its ultra-smooth leg movements.
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Build your own coilgun with 3D printed winding rig
Aug.17, 2017 -
Miros, a maker from Slovakia, has built a 3D printed coilgun 'without massive capacitors.' The weapon uses battery-powered coils, and is powerful enough to (slightly) dent a piece of wood using metal ammunition.
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3D printing could help North Korea develop WMDs
Aug.17, 2017 -
A report in the Asia Times, a Hong Kong-based publication, says North Korea could use 3D printing to make weapons of mass destruction. 3D printing could purportedly reduce development cycle times and reduce the number of workers required.
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Project Runway designer Seth Aaron to debut 3D printed shoe collection at Portland fashion week
Aug.17, 2017 -
3D printed shoes are set to take Portland's fashion week by storm this fall, with local designer Seth Aaron pairing runway fashion with 3D printed footwear from Feetz, a San Diego startup that specializes in custom 3D printed shoes.
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4D printing on the rise, says Gartner's 2017 'Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies' report
Aug.17, 2017 -
As part of its 2017 Hype Cycle for Emerging Technologies, technology research firm Gartner has identified three 'megatrends' to watch over the next five to 10 years. They are artificial intelligence everywhere, transparently immersive experiences (incl. 4D printing), and digital platforms.
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Made In Space wraps up testing on BEAM's 3D printed radiation shields
Aug.17, 2017 -
Made In Space recently announced that it has completed the third and final stage of its 3D printed Radiation Enclosure Monitor (REM) shield testing for radiation aboard the Bigelow Expandable Activity Module (BEAM).
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Aug.17, 2017 -
A team of researchers in the Netherlands have developed a new system that can both insulate a building and store heat. Spong3D incorporates a complex 3D printed structure, with both insulating pores and channels along which a heat-storing liquid can flow.
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3D printing mineral fillers can reduce shrinkage & warping in parts, says HPF The Mineral Engineers
Aug.16, 2017 -
HPF The Mineral Engineers, a division of German minerals company Quarzwerke Group, is reportedly working on developing functional fillers for 3D printing. According to Compounding World, mineral fillers for additive manufacturing materials could lead to faster and higher-quality printing.
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Markforged introduces two new industrial 3D printers, the X3 and X5, for local manufacturing
Aug.16, 2017 -
Leading 3D printer manufacturer Markforged has released 2 new machines, for use by companies wanting to 3D print end-use parts or prototypes locally. Parts made with the X2 and X5 will have vastly improved material strength and stiffness, due to the carbon fiber and thermoplastic materials they use.
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3D printed Nintendo Switch adapters help one-handed gamers play Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Aug.16, 2017 -
Mexican engineer Julio Vazquez has designed a pair of 3D printed Nintendo Switch accessories that allow one-handed gamers to play with both controllers at once. One adaptor puts the controllers side by side; the other puts them at right angles.
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Rutgers and Georgia Tech researchers develop three-part approach for detecting 3D printer hacks
Aug.16, 2017 -
As hacking becomes an increasingly significant threat, it is not just our passwords and financial information we have to protect. Researchers from the Rutgers University-New Brunswick and the Georgia Institute of Technology have devised three methods for fighting 3D printing hacks.
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Marine Corps says portable X-FAB additive manufacturing lab could produce 3D printed drones
Aug.16, 2017 -
A Marine Corps battalion is conducting an evaluation of X-FAB (expeditionary fabrication), a self-contained, transportable additive manufacturing lab containing four 3D printers, a scanner, and CAD software for the fast fabrication of replacement parts.
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3D printed fossil helps ANU researchers make evolutionary link between humans and prehistoric fish
Aug.16, 2017 -
3D printing and 3D scanning have helped scientists from the Australian National University in Canberra uncover some new and interesting things about the human evolution process. The researchers have found links between a 400 million-year-old fish fossil and modern-day humans.
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IdiPAZ scientists hope to make 3D printed replacement corneas available within 5 years
Aug.16, 2017 -
A team of researchers based in Madrid have been collaborating with experts at MIT and Harvard in order to develop the technology to 3D print corneas. Patients in need of transplants will no longer have to wait for a suitable donor, as these 3D bio-printed corneas will be tailored to be a biological match, using their own stem cells.
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'Droplet-based 3D printing' lets Oxford researchers create high-res living tissue structures
Aug.15, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of Oxford have found a new way to 3D print living structures from lab-grown cells. The structures could be used as human tissue models, removing the need for animal testing.
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Stratasys Q2 financial results: over 1,000 units of F123 3D printer series sold
Aug.15, 2017 -
With the recent release of its second quarter (Q2) financial results, 3D printing company Stratasys has seen a mixed but promising start to 2017. Notably, the company announced that it has already sold 1,000 units of its new F123 3D printer series, which launched in February of this year.
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3D printed 'C-Turtle' robot could shuffle its way to Mars
Aug.15, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of Arizona have 3D printed a modular robot that mimics the movement of a sea turtle and uses reinforcement learning to figure out its best strategy for movement. The researchers say the 3D printed 'C-Turtle' robot could be deployed on Mars.
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3D Systems, Airbus present first flight-ready satellite RF filter made using metal 3D printing
Aug.15, 2017 -
3D Systems and Airbus Defense and Space have unveiled their latest joint achievement: a validated 3D printed radio frequency (RF) filter for satellites. The 3D printed RF filter is the first of its kind to pass testing and be qualified for use in commercial telecommunications satellites.
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Chris Korda's new 'PotterDraw' app lets you generate full-color 3D printable pottery
Aug.15, 2017 -
Software developer Chris Korda has just released a new open-source software application for designing and visualizing 3D printable pottery. Called PotterDraw, the new software app is hosted on Sourceforge and can export models for 3D printing.
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Carnegie Mellon researchers identify suitable 3D printing alloys with new rapid screening method
Aug.15, 2017 -
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have designed a rapid screening method for new 3D printing alloys. The method allows users to quickly understand and develop correlations between process variables and alloy composition.
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Taiwan plastics mogul Lawrence Lin donates $1M to UMass Lowell for 8,500 sq-ft 3D printing lab
Aug.15, 2017 -
Lawrence Lin, who received his doctorate in polymer science and plastics engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell almost two decades ago, has donated $1 million to his alma mater for the establishment of a large 3D printing lab for students.
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More 3D printed bikinis: 'Coral' collection from aRks 3d confuses and delights in equal measure
Aug.15, 2017 -
aRks 3d, a Sicily-based design studio run by architects Samuel and Rosanna, has unveiled a collection of 3D printed bikinis. Described as 'ergonomic, ecological, unique, and tailored,' the 'Coral' swimwear collection is printed in PLA with cotton inserts.
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Aug.14, 2017 -
Here's another round-up of some recent stories from the busy world of 3D printing technology that you might have missed, including H.C Starck and Oxford Performance each releasing a new range of materials for high-end manufacturing clients.
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PyroGenesis targets inkjet 3D printing market with new ultra-fine powder production process
Aug.14, 2017 -
PyroGenesis Canada, a Canadian plasma process specialist, says it is developing a new, plasma-based process for the production of metal 3D printing powders. PyroGenesis says the new process could have a greater market impact than its original Plasma Atomization technology.
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New Zealand researchers bioprinting 3D breast cancer tumors to explore different treatments
Aug.14, 2017 -
A research project being undertaken at the University of Otago in Christchurch, New Zealand is investigating how 3D bioprinting can help to develop new and more precise treatments for breast cancer.
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UK chemicals specialist Johnson Matthey opens ceramic 3D printing lab in Hertfordshire
Aug.14, 2017 -
Johnson Matthey, a British sustainable technology and chemicals company, has opened a new state-of-the-art ceramic 3D printing facility in Royston, UK. The lab contains a QiCPic image analysis sensor, a Freeman FT4 powder tester, and a PixDro inkjet printer.
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Real hermit crabs sport 3D printed 'house-shells' in Zoopla real estate ads
Aug.14, 2017 -
If you haven't already come across a 'Crab World' advert for Zoopla, a British real estate website, we suggest you check it out. Even if you aren't looking to buy a UK property, the TV ad spot features some mighty cute hermit crabs living in some even more adorable 3D printed house-shells.
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KNTU researchers introduce new neural recording method with 3D printed μECoG device
Aug.14, 2017 -
A team from the Khajeh Nasir Toosi University of Technology (KNTU) in Tehran, Iran has developed a new and minimally invasive neural recording device with the help of 3D printing.
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Doctors in China replace 5.5" of cancer patient's vertebrae with titanium 3D printed implants
Aug.14, 2017 -
Doctors in China have completed a highly complex cervical vertebra replacement using 3D printed bones. The 28-year-old patient had been diagnosed with chondrosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer.
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Most lifelike 3D printed bone implant ever passes for real thing in tests on mice
Aug.14, 2017 -
A new form of bone implant has been created that was successfully accepted by the body of a mouse in laboratory tests. The implant was 3D printed from an artificial bone material, which was as strong as bone and also managed to 'trick' the host body into accepting it as real bone.
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See how a boxer engine works with this 3D printed replica of a Subaru WRX motor
Aug.13, 2017 -
A Youtube channel called Engineering Explained recently posted a video explaining how the boxer engine for the Subaru WRX works. The video makes use of a 3D printed replica, which is color-coded and demonstrates the advantages a boxer setup has over other engines.
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Adafruit 3D prints incredible replica Guardian robots from Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Aug.12, 2017 -
The team at Adafruit built an impressive 3D printed replica of the Guardian robots from the recent Zelda game, Breath of the Wild. They feature a moving head and an array of blue LEDs, including one that stands in for the robots's all-seeing eye.
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GE improving metal 3D printers with laser & fluidics expertise
Aug.11, 2017 -
GE is harnessing its expertise in lasers and fluidics to unearth new 3D printing solutions. GE laser researcher Marshall Jones was recently inducted into the'2017 class of the National Inventors Hall of Fame for his work in the field, and is now focused on improving lasers for 3D printing.
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Chinese Space Lab uses 3D printing to successfully grow lettuce in micro-gravity environment
Aug.11, 2017 -
Astronauts on the Tiangong-2 satellite's Space Lab successfully cultivated lettuce plants, using 3D printed equipment. The Chinese space program is testing out life support technologies in preparation for the eventual establishment of a permanently staffed Space Station in 2022.
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Hong Kong hospital makes 3D printed models of foetuses available to expectant parents
Aug.11, 2017 -
A hospital in Hong Kong has become one of the first in the region to offer 3D printed replicas of unborn children. Parents can pay for a print of a 3D ultrasound scan, giving them the chance to touch their child before it is even born, which would be particularly advantageous for the partially sighted.
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Researchers produce smallest ever 3D printed microfluidic "lab on a chip" device
Aug.11, 2017 -
A team of researchers have achieved a major milestone in 3D printed microfluidics. They designed a special high-resolution 3D printer and a custom resin for the task, succeeding for the first time in using 3D printing to produce devices that are effective at a scale below 100 micrometers.
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Made In Space successfully 3D prints first-ever extended structures in space-like environment
Aug.11, 2017 -
NASA and its partner Made in Space recently achieved a major milestone in 3D printing. Its Archinaut project, which is fully autonomous robotic 3D printing technology designed for space exporation, was successfully tested in a vacuum environment for the first time.
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Shiro Studio's 3D printed ENEA walking stick is a wonder of form and function
Aug.11, 2017 -
Shiro Studio, a London-based design practice, has created a 3D printed walking stick that overcomes various visual and practical problems with common mobility aids. The stylish 'ENEA' stick is porous, making it extremely lightweight, and has a three-pronged handle.
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3D printed TRI Analyzer transforms smartphone into low-cost diagnostic device
Aug.11, 2017 -
Researchers from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have built a 3D printed device that helps turn a smartphone into a portable lab capable of medical diagnostic tests. The device, called a spectral transmission-reflectance-intensity (TRI) Analyzer, costs only $550 to make.
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3D bioprinted vascularized liver tissue to increase accuracy of drug toxicity testing
Aug.11, 2017 -
An international team of researchers has developed a method for 3D bioprinting vasularized liver tissue. The bioprinting breakthrough could have important applications for drug toxicity testing and drug screening.
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Aug.11, 2017 -
A Spanish company called Narbon has recently taken advantage of the flexibility of 3D printing to steer ceramics in quite a morbid direction, with its 3D Memories service. This allows customers to purchase ceramic objects that are 3D printed using the ashes of their deceased loved ones.
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Aug.10, 2017 -
With the second financial quarter of 2017 having wrapped up on June 30, now is the time when we start to see some numbers. From SLM Solutions, to ExOne, to Materialise, it's financial roundup time! EOS and Sciaky provide some non-financial respite.
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Low-temperature metal casting at home? All you need is a 3D printer, silicone & compressed air
Aug.10, 2017 -
Maker Chris DePrisco has posted a YouTube guide to low-temperature metal casting using 3D printed parts, an air compressor, and a pressure vessel. The method uses silicone molds to cast metals with a low melting point, such as bismuth alloys.
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PrintMyRoute: show off your fitness levels with 3D printed models of your cycling & running routes
Aug.10, 2017 -
3D printing startup PrintMyRoute is encouraging cyclists, runners, and other athletes to turn their favorite routes into 3D printed models. The models can visualize elevation and other aspects of the route.
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Taiwan's GMTC partners with Thermal Technology LLC to develop metal 3D printing powders
Aug.10, 2017 -
Gloria Material Technology Corp. (GMTC), a Taiwan-based specialty alloys manufacturer, and Thermal Technology LLC, a California-based sintering system manufacturer, will be collaborating to develop metal powders for 3D printing.
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Will Apple's ARKit fuel the next generation of Pokémon Go-inspired augmented reality apps?
Aug.10, 2017 -
Tech giant Apple is preparing for the public release of its ARKit augmented reality SDK in the Fall, and staff at DottyAR have put a beta version of the tool to the test, lining it up against Vuforia, an established AR SDK.
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ARMI researchers 3D bioprinting 'tumeroids' to advance cancer cell treatment
Aug.10, 2017 -
Researchers working for the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) at the University of Florida have been busy with a number of different bioprinting projects, including 3D printing human cancer cells into micro-tissues in order to advance cancer treatment research.
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Pre-historic Joint Mitnor cave in England reopens with 3D printed replica fossils
Aug.10, 2017 -
After a serious theft just over two years ago, a pre-historic cave located in the south of England had to be closed to visitors. 3D scanning and printing technology has now been used to replace the missing fossils, some of which belonged to animals that are now extinct, and the cave is due to reopen again.
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Nanoscribe 3D printer overcomes design constraints in advanced micro-optics
Aug.9, 2017 -
German 3D printing company Nanoscribe is using its Photonic Professional GT 3D printer to fabricate micro-optical shapes including standard refractive micro-optics, freeform optics, diffractive optical elements, and multiplet lens systems.
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Ortho Baltic adopts Nikon Metrology scanning tech to qualify 3D printed medical implants
Aug.9, 2017 -
Ortho Baltic, a Lithuanian manufacturer of bespoke 3D printed medical implants, recently made the decision to adopt a CT inspection system to improve the quality of its products. To do so, Ortho Baltic reached out to Nikon Metrology, an expert in measurement, inspection, and quality assurance.
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From buzz to baritone: WASP 3D prints opera scenography for Rome production of 'Fra Diavolo'
Aug.9, 2017 -
WASP, the Italian 3D printing specialist behind the DeltaWASP line of 3D printers, has collaborated with Rome's Opera Theater to make 3D printed set design pieces for Fra Diavolo, an opera by Daniel Auber. The production will open on October 8, 2017.
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Renishaw, Aeromet to establish 3D printing parameters for new A20X high-performance alloy
Aug.9, 2017 -
Renishaw, a UK-based metal 3D printing company, has announced a partnership with British aerospace company Aeromet International Limited. Through their collaboration, the companies are seeking to establish AM process parameters for Aeromet's new aluminum alloy, A20X.
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Making fast and affordable 3D printed figurines with the ColorPod
Aug.9, 2017 -
VDG Spitstechniek, the Netherlands-based company behind the ColorPod 3D printer accessory, has demonstrated how users can turn their 3D scans into full-color human busts using the ColorPod.
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Japanese design firm id.arts 3D prints ultra-realistic mini kitchen model using FDM, SLA, SLS, more
Aug.9, 2017 -
Japanese design and product development company id.arts (formerly idarts, Inc.) has unveiled its latest 3D printing endeavour: an ultra detailed and realistic miniature kitchen model.
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Naomi 'SexyCyborg' Wu braves the sun and water in her 3D printed bikini, will it stay on??
Aug.9, 2017 -
23-year-old maker and internet sensation Naomi Wu a.k.a. 'SexyCyborg' is making waves with her newest DIY project: a 3D printed bikini top. But don't let the simply titled YouTube video fool you: there's a lot more going on with this young Shenzen-based maker than meets the eye.
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3D scanning & printing preserves infamous papier-mache heads from 1962 Alcatraz escape
Aug.8, 2017 -
The FBI and the National Parks Service have used 3D scanning to digitally preserve the infamous dummy heads used by a trio of inmates to escape Alcatraz prison in 1962. The inmates, who left the heads in their beds as decoys, were never found.
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Shining 3D launches software update for EinScan 3D scanners
Aug.8, 2017 -
Chinese 3D printing company Shining 3D has just released version 2.5 of its EinScan Software for 3D scanners, including the EinScan Pro and EinScan Pro+.
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Duke researchers detect diseases in 15 minutes with D4 assay & 3D printed smartphone device
Aug.8, 2017 -
Biomedical engineers at North Carolina's Duke University have used 3D printing to create a diagnostic tool that can detect signs of disease from a single drop of blood. The 'D4 assay' consists of an inket-printed array of antibodies and a 3D printed smartphone attachment.
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New MakeVR Pro app integrates precision tools for 3D modeling in VR with HTC Vive
Aug.8, 2017 -
HTC VIVE's virtual reality content developer Vive Studios has just released its latest app: MakeVR Pro. Developed in collaboration with motion tracking and VR company Sixense, MakeVR Pro enables users to create 3D content, including 3D printable models, within a virtual reality environment.
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Aug.8, 2017 -
A team of researchers at MIT has recently published a paper outlined a clever way that the physical properties of an object can be determined before it is 3D printed. It makes use of clusters of tiny cubes, which can be used as building blocks for particular objects, and enables their material properties to be optimized.
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Cikoni launches hybrid AdditiveCARBON technology for 3D printed carbon composites
Aug.8, 2017 -
Cikoni, a Stuttgart-based engineering company, has developed hybrid production technology that adds carbon fiber to the 3D printing process. Cikoni's AdditiveCARBON can be used to make 3D printed structures with carbon fiber reinforcement.
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What went wrong on the maiden launch of Rocket Lab's 3D printed rocket?
Aug.8, 2017 -
On May 25, 2017, New Zealand aerospace company Rocket Lab launched its first 3D printed, battery-powered rocket into space, an event which gained much media attention across the globe. Now, however, details of the mission have come to light showing that something went wrong with the launch.
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Xian Chizi Digital Technology uses 3D printing to replicate Ancient Chinese art
Aug.8, 2017 -
Xian Chizi Digital Technology is a 3D printing company in China that is taking the market by storm with its impressive artworks. The team has an artistic as well as a digital background, and it collaborates with sculptors to optimize traditional artistic practices, creating replicas and protoypes for original clay-molded objects.
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Aug.7, 2017 -
It's the start of the week in 3D printing (and everything else), and we've compiled some of today's smaller stories into a roundup of bite-size snippets. Find out how 3D printing is affecting the Australian dental industry, helping the construction of photon funnels in Florida, and more.
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3D printing company TRUMPF to begin series production of EHLA laser metal coating system
Aug.7, 2017 -
German additive manufacturing company TRUMPF has announced that the new EHLA laser metal coating process is ready for series production. EHLA, which stands for extreme high-speed laser deposition welding, was developed and patented by researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology.
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Disney's new Magic Bench AR/VR technology lets you interact with 3D characters without a headset
Aug.7, 2017 -
Interactive rides at Disney's amusement parks could soon get a whole lot more interesting thanks to a recent AR project unveiled by Disney Research. Called the Magic Bench, the tech lets users become a part of a mixed reality experience without the need for a mobile device or headset.
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Aug.7, 2017 -
Scientists from Würzburg and Lübeck in Germany are attempting to improve the quality control of 3D bioprinted tissue implants. Their 'PhotonControl' system uses both Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and Raman spectroscopy (Raman) to test fabricated tissue.
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FAMU gets $4.9M CREST grant to support 3D printing and materials research
Aug.7, 2017 -
Florida A&M University has received a $4.9M grant from the National Science Foundation. The prestigious grant will go towards supporting research in the fields of additive manufacturing, materials development, and micrometer-scale manufacturing.
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Large-format 3D printer specialist BigRep receives investment from Korber during Series B round
Aug.7, 2017 -
Korber, an international technology group, has invested in Berlin-based 3D printer company BigRep as part of a Series B financing round. BigRep specializes in large-format 3D printers like the BigRep ONE.
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Microsoft Remix 3D update makes remixing and attributing 3D models easier
Aug.7, 2017 -
Microsoft has gradually been edging its way into the world of 3D with new programs such as Paint 3D and Remix 3D. It recently announced an upgrade to Remix 3D through the addition of 'Parts and Remixes,' two features that let users experience 3D models in new ways.
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1D printing: ITU, MIT and Columbia develop 1D robots that can be printed to fit in any crevice
Aug.7, 2017 -
A team of researchers has developed a new, incredibly simple way to produce robotics. Their '1D printer' is able to grip and bend aluminium wire into shapes and, with an embedded motor, this wire can carry out particular tasks. Once used, the robot can even be recycled by simply straightening out the wire.
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6-year-old boy gets 3D printed sternum implant to treat rare congenital heart condition
Aug.7, 2017 -
A team of doctors from the Shanghai Children's Medical Center in China have successfully implanted a 3D printed sternum shell into a six-year-old boy with a rare congenital problem. The medical center is affiliated with the School of Medicine at the Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
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This flexible, expandable 3D printed dress adapts to your body's movement
Aug.6, 2017 -
Houston designer Maria Alejandra Mora-Sanchez is paving the way for 3D printed textiles with a new fashion garment in partnership with Cosine Additive. Her expandable 3D printed dress Loom is making waves across the textile and additive manufacturing industries, recently securing her the coveted James Dyson Award and Red Dot Award.
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Levi's experimenting with 3D printed denim
Aug.6, 2017 -
Levi's denim company is sharply redefining its 'tried and true' branding, with a new turn towards 3D printing technology. So far, Levi's has been focused primarily on experimenting with digital renderings, and exploring what a 3D printed denim jacket would actually look like. It's only a 'shell' of the real thing for now, but one that holds promise.
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This 3D printed dancing spring robot can really groove
Aug.5, 2017 -
Maker Vladimir Mariano of Desktop Makes has combined 3D printing, robots, lights, and dancing in his latest project called 'Dancings Springs.' The best part? You can recreate the dancing robot yourself.
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Naval Research Lab wants to make CICADA microdrones easier to assemble with 3D printed fuselage
Aug.5, 2017 -
The latest prototype of the CICADA, a miniature drone used by the U.S navy, was demonstrated recently.
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Rural Tanzanians turning to 3D printed solar technology for energy solutions
Aug.4, 2017 -
Created in 2014, Simusolar develops and implements localized, sustainable solutions for delivering solar energy to rural Tanzanians. Now, Simusolar is excited to announce that they've officially entered 3D printing territory, with the start of a new partnership with French additive manufacturing company Sculpteo.
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Researchers 3D print microfluidic blood-vessel model to investigate causes of arterial blood clots
Aug.4, 2017 -
A team of researchers in the Netherlands and Belgium have shed some light on how blood clots form, with the help of 3D printing technology. Their 3D printed microfluidic devices model the geometry of arteries as well as the flow of blood through them.
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3D printed models of cardiac conduction system could help doctors tackle troublesome heart rhythms
Aug.4, 2017 -
Scientists from a number of British and Danish universities have developed a new way to visualize the cardiac conduction system, the process that makes our hearts beat, in 3D. The study, which enables the 3D printing of heart models, could aid research into heart conditions.
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Artist Kristin Stransky has 3D printed dress, other works stolen from Colorado art exhibition
Aug.4, 2017 -
Kristin Stransky, a Denver-based digital artist, has reported stolen a number of her 3D printed artworks, including an elaborate 3D printed dress. The pieces, which made up much of the artist's portfolio, were taken from an exhibition held at Colorado State University's Electronic Art Gallery.
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Eyeagnosis: 16-year-old uses 3D printing, AI to create diabetic retinopathy diagnosis device
Aug.4, 2017 -
16-year-old student Kavya Kopparapu has designed a 3D printed eye diagnosis device. 'Eyeagnosis' uses a camera to detect symptoms of diabetic retinopathy, a condition that affects one third of diabetes sufferers worldwide.
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UChicago physicists achieve breakthrough in vortex dynamics with 3D printing and red Sharpie
Aug.4, 2017 -
Physicists from UChicago recently achieved a breakthrough in the field of experimental vortex dynamics. Using 3D printed hydrofoils to create thin-core vortices, and with the help of a red Sharpie marker, the team was able to capture measurements of total helicity for the first time.
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Introducing the fast and versatile DeltaWASP 20 40 Turbo2 3D printer
Aug.4, 2017 -
Italian 3D printer manufacturer WASP has introduced its latest product: the DeltaWASP 20 40 Turbo2. The new 3D printer, notable for its fast printing speed, is available in two versions: the Spitfire Red Extruder and ZEN Dual Extruder.
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Gartner's 2017 3D printing Hype Cycle
Aug.4, 2017 -
Gartner's annual Hype Cycle publication identifies the key trends in various technological fields, and how far advanced they are. 2017's 3D printing hype cycle classifies surgical implants and 3D printing in retail both as being at the peak level of potential, amongst others.
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Dr. Laurent Lantieri: 3D printing is revolutionizing facial plastic and reconstructive surgery
Aug.4, 2017 -
A French plastic surgeon has been making use of 3D printing technology to completely transform the way his practice operates. He uses Materialise and Concept Laser's systems, which allows him to make specialized facial implants for patients who have undergone serious trauma.
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Aug.3, 2017 -
The 3D Pioneers Challenge, an international competition for additive manufacturing technologies, has announced its winners. Winning projects include 3D printed skateboard trucks, a 3D printed stone replica of part of the Arch of Palmyra, and a 3D printed neck brace.
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Lockheed Martin to use 3D printing, VR at new $350M satellite production facility
Aug.3, 2017 -
Aerospace giant Lockheed Martin has broken ground on a new $350 million facility at its Waterton Canyon campus outside of Denver. The new building, called the Gateway Center, will use state-of-the-art technologies such as 3D printing and virtual reality to design and develop next-gen satellites.
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Match.com puts 3D printed bachelors on display at 'Model Males' London pop-up shop
Aug.3, 2017 -
Match.com, the online dating service, has launched a new ad campaign in London that is seeking to show women the eligible guys on its platform seeking love. The campaign consists of a pop-up shop that will feature miniature 3D printed figurines of seven eligible Match bachelors.
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Aug.3, 2017 -
UK additive manufacturing powder company LPW Technology has published a laboratory service datasheet on'Carney Flow testing, a process used to confirm consistency between metal powder batches and to assist investigation of failed 3D prints. The company sells a flow testing kit.
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British Museum adds 3D scan of Rosetta Stone to Sketchfab digital collection
Aug.3, 2017 -
One of the most important and iconic language artifacts in the world is now viewable in three dimensions. Thanks to the efforts of a team of digital technicians from the British Museum in London, the famous Rosetta Stone was recently 3D scanned and uploaded as a 3D model for all to see.
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ACEO's Open Print Lab offers first-hand training for WACKER's silicone 3D printing
Aug.3, 2017 -
ACEO, a part of Munich-based chemicals company WACKER, is hoping to make its innovative silicone 3D printing technology more known by establishing an 'Open Print Lab' at its campus in Burghausen, Germany.
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San Diego researchers cut operation times by 25% with 3D printed hip models
Aug.3, 2017 -
Bioengineers from the University of California San Diego and physicians from Rady Children's Hospital are using 3D printed models to improve surgeries for slipped capital femoral epiphysis, the most common hip disorder found in children ages 9 to 16. Use of models cut surgery time by about 25%.
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UK research team 3D prints open source microscope prototype for only £30
Aug.3, 2017 -
Just days ago we wrote about an open source 3D printed microscope that could be made for as little as '100. Now, another project, undertaken by researchers from the University of Bath, has even higher aspirations than that as it has made a prototype of a 3D printed microscope for only £30.
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Autodesk Pier 9 teams with Convivial Studio to 3D print gravity-defying skateboard tricks
Aug.3, 2017 -
Autodesk's Pier 9 workshop has teamed up with London-based experimental design studio Convivial Studio to create a series of 3D printed skateboard sculptures. The Pier 9-Convivial collaboration is an innovative exploration of movement and technology: the two teams worked together to gather movement generated by skateboard tricks in real time.
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Mercedes-Benz produces its first-ever fully 3D printed metal replacement part
Aug.2, 2017 -
A major milestone has been achieved by Mercedes-Benz, with its first ever metal spare part being produced using 3D printing technology. The company's Customer Services and Parts division can now provide a 3D printed replacement thermostat cover for owners of its trucks.
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FlowRep software identifies 'curve networks' to sketch 3D shapes as 2D line drawings
Aug.2, 2017 -
Alla Sheffer, a computer scientist at Canada's University of British Columbia, has developed software called 'FlowRep' that can extract the 'descriptive compact 3D curve networks' from manmade 3D shapes and use them to create visually informative 2D sketches.
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Designer Jenny Wu unveils fully 3D printed steel 'Catena' necklace
Aug.2, 2017 -
3D printed jewelry designer Jenny Wu has made a breakthrough in the field of 3D printed accessories with one of the first fully 3D printed interlocking steel necklaces. The necklace, called Catena, was 3D printed from steel in collaboration with ExOne.
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LLNL researchers: metal 3D printing 'spatter' caused by gas flow, not laser recoil pressure
Aug.2, 2017 -
Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have used high-speed imaging and computer models to uncover the mechanisms behind material redistribution, a phenomenon that leads to defects in metal 3D printed parts.
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Real-life Iron Man: UK tech startup Gravity Industries to 3D print jet engine flying suit
Aug.2, 2017 -
If you thought Tony Stark was badass, just wait till you get a load of this real-life Iron Man. Richard Browning, the founder of UK-based tech startup Gravity Industries, has developed a 3D printed jet-engine suit which he can actually fly.
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German RepRap, ebalta Kunststoff unveil PU material for liquid additive manufacturing
Aug.2, 2017 -
FDM 3D printer specialist German RepRap has joined forces with plastics company ebalta Kunststoff to develop a new polyurethane (PU) formulation for German RepRap's liquid additive manufacturing (LAM) process. The 3D printing material purportedly has isotropic mechanical properties.
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Sharebot to open new HELP3D 3D printing store in Padova, Italy
Aug.2, 2017 -
Northeast Italy will soon be getting a new 3D printing hub, as Sharebot and HELP3D have announced plans to open the HELP3D Sharebot 3D Store Padova. The new 3D printing store will mark Sharebot's third location within Italy, following Firenze and Napoli.
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Polish design studio UAU wants to solve everyday crisis with 3D printing
Aug.2, 2017 -
A collective of makers from the Warsaw multidisciplinary design studio UAU has been making waves in the Polish design scene with a recent exhibition at the renowned Gdynia Design Days 2017. Titled RE:MAIN, UAU's newest initiative is a set of 3D printed objects for daily use and problem solving.
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Is 3D Printing Safe? Study published into potential health risks associated with FDM 3D printing
Aug.2, 2017 -
A recent study published by industrial hygienists pointed out some potential health risks with 3D printing technology. Commonly used filaments emit volatile organic compounds, which can lead to throat problems, headaches, nausea and other problems.
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3D scanning and printing play critical role in development of Arrinera Hussarya supercar
Aug.1, 2017 -
Poland's first supercar, Arrinera Hussarya, has been a symbol of a rejuvenated and reborn automotive industry within Poland. As we've already seen, the supercar's development has been a rigorous process, largely enabled by the adoption of new manufacturing technologies such as 3D scanning and 3D printing.
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New photoinitiator improves water-based DLP 3D printing, says Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Aug.1, 2017 -
Researchers at the Center for Nanoscience and Nanotechnology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a new kind of photoinitiator for 3D printing in water. The photoinitiators could be used to make bio-friendly 3D printed structures.
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Torc2's world-first 3D printable plastic allows doctors to reshape splints on a patient's body
Aug.1, 2017 -
UK company Torc2 has developed a world-first form of 3D printable plastic that could change the way limb injuries and conditions are treated. The compound can be re-shaped at temperatures that are safe for patients.
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Sinterit teams up with Polish designer to 3D print exoskeleton arm for kids with SMA
Aug.1, 2017 -
Polish 3D printing company Sinterit recently teamed up with 3D designer Bartlomiej Gaczorek to develop and 3D print an exoskeleton arm device for children suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic neuromuscular condition.
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Three-storey 3D printed model of Dubai's 'The Tower' skyscraper erected in Dubai Mall
Aug.1, 2017 -
A 3D printed replica of The Tower at Dubai Creek Harbour has been unveiled at Dubai Mall. The 3,000 kg model took more than 4,000 hours to make, and depicts Dubai's under-construction observation tower that is set to stand at a monstrous 928 m tall.
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Prodways Group expands 3D printing offering with acquisition of AvenAo Industrie
Aug.1, 2017 -
French 3D printing company Prodways Group has announced the acquisition of AvenAo Industrie, a France-based supplier of industrial equipment with a broad specialization, including 3D design and 3D printing technologies.
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EU's innovative drilling robot BADGER can navigate the urban underground and 3D print tunnels
Aug.1, 2017 -
A new EU project referred to as the BADGER will enable more efficient creation of tunnel networks for construction projects. It makes use of a 3D printer module, which builds walls to support the tunnels created as it burrows its way underground.
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Meet Surena Mini, Iran's new 3D printed humanoid robot that can dance and do karate
Aug.1, 2017 -
A team of roboticists from the University of Tehran have released the Surena Mini, a smaller, more basic version of their impressive Surena III robot. The easy-to-control Surena Mini is only 50 centimeters tall but is capable of walking, dancing and all kinds of other impressive actions.
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3D printed safe-cracking robot steals show at DEF CON, taking just 30 mins to crack SentrySafe
Jul.31, 2017 -
An open source 3D printed robot created by Nathan Seidle, founder of Colorado-based hardware company SparkFun, has wowed DEF CON attendees by cracking a SentrySafe safe in just half an hour.
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