Top 5 Videos: Elegoo Showcases Saturn 3 and Neptune 4 Series 3D Printers

It is once again Sunday, which means it is time for the week’s top 5 3D printing videos! This week’s content features manufacturer giants Elegoo’s newest Saturn 3 and Neptune 4 printer series, climbing shoes made with additive manufacturing, a look into how the industry can help with energy transition, Meltio’s Laser Metal Deposition Technology at AMUG 2023, and a tutorial for how to Optimize an existing STL for 3D printing in Tinkercad. Check out the videos below to learn about the newest and most relevant information of the week in the world of 3D printing. Happy Sunday, and as always, hope you enjoy!

Top 1: Introducing Elegoo’s New MSLA and FDM 3D Printers

3D Printer manufacturer giants Elegoo have Introduced the newest additions to the ELEGOO planet family: the Saturn 3 series and Neptune 4 series. The Saturn 3 series features a 12K HD resolution across all models, offering an upgrade from traditional 4K resolution for more lifelike models. The Neptune 4 series comes with the user-friendly Klipper firmware. Notably, the Neptune 4 Pro machine can print up to 10 times faster than its predecessors, reaching speeds of up to 500mm/s (recommended speed: 250mm/s).The Saturn 3 12K series includes the Saturn 3 and Saturn 3 Ultra Mono MSLA 3D printers, while the Neptune 4 series consists of the Neptune 4 and Neptune 4 Pro FDM 3D printers. Pre-orders for the machines will begin on June 1st at 2 PM (UTC). Below, you can find more information for each printer model, we’re excited to see how they perform!

Top 2: 3D Printed Climbing Shoes

Introducing the ultimate solution for climbers struggling to find the perfect-fitting shoes – custom 3D-printed climbing shoes based on a laser scan of your own foot. In this fascinating video, you’ll explore the innovative process developed by a talented individual to create climbing shoes that offer unparalleled fit and comfort. Starting with an introduction, followed by a detailed explanation of how these shoes are created, witness the progression from foot scan to the development of three distinct models. The final product is unveiled and showcases exceptional results that traditional climbing shoes can’t compete with (one of which is a flexible, polymer-based upper section). Gain insights into the printing duration and explore the chosen materials and design considerations. If finding climbing shoes that truly fit has been a challenge, this video offers an enticing glimpse into a world where 3D printing and laser scanning combine to create the ultimate personalized climbing shoe. Witness the entire process and unlock the potential of perfectly fitted climbing footwear by watching the video!