NewsBroken shoe? This new 3D printing material repairs itselfResearchers at the University of Southern California, Viterbi School of Engineering, have developed a 3D printing material that repairs itself on its own after being fractured or punctured. These materials could be game-changing for many industries such as the shoe,…Archive
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NewsBroken shoe? This new 3D printing material repairs itselfResearchers at the University of Southern California, Viterbi School of Engineering, have developed a 3D printing material that repairs itself on its own after being fractured or punctured. These materials could be game-changing for many industries such as the shoe,…
NewsAffordable all-in-1 desktop robot arm can 3D print, laser engrave and drawThe modular all-in-1 desktop robot arm project from Hexbot Robotics based in Philadelphia was fully funded on Kickstarter in less than 5 minutes. Kickstarter is an American crowd-funding platform focused on creativity and merchandising. The company’s stated mission is to…
Guides#3DStartup: Spectroplast and Silicone 3D PrintingSpectroplast provides a SLA silicone additive manufacturing service in order to produce functional parts for mass markets. The startup spun out of ETH Zurich after a few years of research and development in silicone resins. The company was created by…
NewsRiddell uses new Carbon L1 printer to create first ever 3D printed helmet linerThe manufacturer Carbon has announced the arrival of their new large-scale 3D printer, the L1. The L1 comes after the launch of their two previous printers, the M2 and M1. As a matter of fact, based on the same technology,…
ApplicationsChina 3D Prints First PEEK Clavicle ImplantThe medical team at Kunming Medical University Hospital in China, in collaboration with the company IEMAI 3D successfully transplants the first clavicle printed in 3D with PEEK. What does this milestone mean for the medical sector? How important is the…
PrintersNew 3D Printing Process Solidifies Objects with Rays of LightResearchers at the University of California, Berkeley, developed a new 3D printer that uses a special light-sensitive resin that solidifies into objects in a matter of minutes. The researchers nicknamed their machine the “Replicator” after the Star Trek device that…
PrintersTractus3D releases its high-temperature modular 3D printerDemand for advanced thermoplastic polymers such as PEEK, PEKK or PEI, compatible with 3D printing has never been as significant as today. Tractus3D leads the way as it was one of the first manufacturers that developed a high temperature PEEK…
MaterialsFord produces the largest ever 3D printed metal automotive partLargest 3D Printed Metal Automotive Part in History Ford Performance, the high-performance division of Ford Motor Company, 3D printed what they claim to be the largest metal automotive part for a working vehicle in automotive history. The metal part was…
NewsA guide to 3D Printed Food – revolution in the kitchen?We all remember the Replicator, the Star Trek food manufacturer, able to turn any molecule into edible food and whole dishes. 3D food printing is able to make dishes from different pastes and materials, so it seems we are getting…
News#TOP5 Videos: A 3D printed car tribute to David Bowie and more!We found the TOP 5 videos of the week about 3D printing and the way additive manufacturing is shaping and changing our society. A 3D printed car tribute to David Bowie, Haute Couture collection, food and more! If you enjoy these,…
NewsRecycling Plastic to 3D Print Furniture in CitiesIn Greece, there is a programme called “Zero Waste Future” run by Coca-Cola. As its name suggests, it aims to reduce the amount of waste and create a more sustainable future by directly involving all the inhabitants of a city.…
ApplicationsDePuy Synthes invests €36M to develop medical 3D printingJohnson & Johnson-owned franchise, DePuy Synthes Ireland is investing €36 million to establish a 3D Printing Development and Launch Center in order to accelerate its additive manufacturing projects. The company is a global leader in orthopaedic and neurological solutions incl