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#3DExpress: Pelagus 3D and Doosan to Push 3D Printing Adoption in Korea
To round off the week, we’d like to take a look back at five news items that have left their mark on the additive manufacturing sector. And we’ll start with news from Pelgas 3D and Doosan Enerbility who are seeking…
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To round off the week, we’d like to take a look back at five news items that have left their mark on the additive manufacturing sector. And we’ll start with news from Pelgas 3D and Doosan Enerbility who are seeking to further push adoption of on-demand 3D printing in Korea in the maritime and offshore industries. We’ll then take a look at the medical world, where 200 patients have received a 3D-printed ocular prosthesis. Finally, we’ll meet up on a Formula 1 circuit to see the performance of a 3D-printed drone. Happy reading and have a great weekend!
Pushing 3D Printing in Korea
A peninsula surrounded by water on all sides, it is perhaps not surprising to hear that Korea’s maritime industry is quite robust. However, its adoption of additive manufacturing has been less so, though two companies hope to change that. Pelagus 3D, a joint venture company of thyssenkrupp and Wilhelmsen, has signed a memorandum of understanding to push the adoption of 3D printing in the Korean maritime sector. The collaboration is expecte dto bring together Pelagus 3D’s experience in maritime AM with Doosan Enerbility’s experience in spare parts to address supply chain issues in the country. Knelip Ong, CEO of Pelagus 3D, commented, “The MOU signing with Doosan Enerbility marks a pivotal milestone in creating a more resilient and efficient spare parts supply chain. This collaboration will drive technological innovation and deliver enhanced value to our network in Korea. The Pelagus Platform will ensure seamless integration and accelerate adoption of AM among OEMs and end users.”
The signing of the MOU between Pelagus 3D and Doosan to promote 3D printing in the maritime sector in Korea (photo credits: Pelagus 3D)
3D Printed Eye Prostheses
At the Fraunhofer Institute, a team of researchers has used additive manufacturing and artificial intelligence to more quickly design and make customized eye prostheses. According to them, this combination could reduce manufacturing time by 80%, thus overcoming certain production challenges. The prosthesis has a very realistic appearance and is said to be very comfortable, avoiding the need for the wearer to change the implant every 5 to 10 years. Created using PolyJet technology in just 90 minutes, it can be installed in 15 minutes. After 10 successful clinical trials at Moorfields Eye Hospital, a further 200 adult patients have been fitted with a 3D-printed ocular prosthesis.
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