Applications3D Printed Skull Played “Pivotal” Role In Murder ConvictionSherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot, Columbo…3D printing? In a story that seems pulled straight from the latest detective novel, additive manufacturing has been used as a way to get a conviction for a murder in the United Kingdom. A 3D printed…Archive
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Applications3D Printed Skull Played “Pivotal” Role In Murder ConvictionSherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot, Columbo…3D printing? In a story that seems pulled straight from the latest detective novel, additive manufacturing has been used as a way to get a conviction for a murder in the United Kingdom. A 3D printed…
Materials3D Printed Rocket Nozzle to Propel NASA Space ExplorationWhile private aerospace companies have been utilizing 3D printing technology to further their own stellar aims, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration has not been neglecting the additive manufacturing trend either. In 2023 alone they have 3D printed moon rover…
ApplicationsHelixx Has Unveiled Its 3D Printed Electric Delivery VanThe ever-evolving 3D printing industry has found new impetus in the transportation sector. The latest breakthrough comes from Helixx, a UK franchise specializing in mobility solutions. In a world where environmental concerns are increasingly pressing, the market for electric vehi
PrintersTinyMaker, the Open-Source Resin 3D Printer That Fits in the Palm of Your HandWhile the current trend is towards large-format 3D printers, some players seem to want to stand out from the crowd and offer just the opposite. Such is the case with TinyMaker, the brand behind one of the smallest resin 3D…
NewsIndustrial AM in the Spotlight at Formnext 2023 With INTAMSYSFormnext is coming up quickly! And as one of the biggest additive manufacturing events of the year, it will certainly allow many different companies to show their innovations to a wider field. However, with over 800 exhibitors, it can be…
SoftwareWhat Are the Advantages of Using Grasshopper for 3D Printing?Created in 2007, Grasshopper is an algorithmic modeling tool that runs inside Rhinoceros CAD software. Previously an installable plug-in, the tool has been fully integrated into Rhino 6 and all subsequent versions. An easy-to-learn CAD program, Grasshopper is based on…
ApplicationsBoeing to Use 3D Printing for Apache Helicopters3D printing is continuing to gain momentum in the U.S. defense industry! Boeing has announced plans to start testing the fully 3D-printed prototype of the main rotor system of their AH-64 Apache attack helicopter in April 2024. In addition, Boeing…
NewsIsotropy in 3D Printing: What Is It and How Does It Affect the Final Parts?If you are part of the 3D printing industry or at least somewhat familiar with the technology, you will have heard of the concept of isotropy, which is defined as uniformity in all orientations. Thus, if we apply it to…
NewsLandor & Fitch’s 3D Printed Toothbrushes Help Those With Limited DexterityBrushing one’s teeth is a daily ritual, part of a personal hygiene routine instilled in us from the earliest ages. Yet the repetitive, minute brushing process can often be a painful or even impossible task for millions of people worldwide…
NewsCFIP, a Revolutionary Post-Processing Technique That Reinforces 3D Printed Parts With Continuous FibersIn additive manufacturing, there are four fundamental stages: design, lamination, printing and post-processing. This last step is especially important, regardless of the manufacturing technology used, as it gives the parts an optimal surface finish. In addition, many post-process
MaterialsThe NSF Is Investing in ‘Revolutionary’ 3D Printing MaterialsIn terms of innovations in additive manufacturing, one area that is continuously being explored by not just companies but also government institutions is undoubtedly materials. Though the sector has come far in terms of what is available, there are still…
MaterialsNew Sustainable Resin for 3D Printing Developed at Penn StatePennsylvania State University, better known as Penn State, has often been cited as being at the forefront of numerous advances in 3D printing technologies, such as recent research utilizing 3D printing in the fight against breast cancer. Now, a team…