NewsFirst-Ever 3D Printed Starbucks to Open in TexasIt may not be as American as apple pie, but Starbucks has quickly become an emblem of American soft power and consumerism, similar to McDonald’s. And now, Starbucks has announced its first-ever 3D printed location. Opening on April 28th, it…Archive
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NewsFirst-Ever 3D Printed Starbucks to Open in TexasIt may not be as American as apple pie, but Starbucks has quickly become an emblem of American soft power and consumerism, similar to McDonald’s. And now, Starbucks has announced its first-ever 3D printed location. Opening on April 28th, it…
PrintersThe Top EBM 3D Printers on the Market in 20253D printing is gradually overturning traditional production methods in many industrial sectors. Among the most innovative techniques is electron beam melting, better known as EBM. This process uses a high-energy electron beam to melt metal powders such as titanium or…
NewsImproving Safety and Sustainability in the Oil and Gas Sector With 3D ScanningThe oil & gas industry faces many challenges, notably a growing need to reduce emissions. Companies in the sector have set themselves ambitious targets for 2025, at a time when environmental concerns are becoming increasingly evident. To contribute to this…
NewsWEBINAR: Overcoming AM Design Challenges in Critical SectorsDesigning custom 3D-printable parts – like jigs, fixtures, or product-specific tooling – often requires manual modeling by experienced CAD users. This is a time-consuming process and is difficult to scale, so it often becomes a bottleneck in additive manufacturing workflows.&hell
Applications8 Reasons to Use 3D Printing for Space ExplorationHumanity has always dreamed of conquering space, and every technological advance brings us a little closer to this goal. Among these innovations, 3D printing has emerged in recent years as a major asset for the space industry. But contrary to…
NewsAll You Need to Know About Vapor Smoothing in 3D PrintingMany parts are not immediately usable after 3D printing and, depending on the printing process chosen, require cleaning and finishing. Through this, it is possible to improve an object’s mechanical properties or refine its surface finish. There are a multitude…
ApplicationsNikon, AP&C and the University of Waterloo to Collaborate for Better Aerospace Part RepairThe aerospace industry is growing steadily, thanks in particular to advances in additive manufacturing. To accelerate this evolution, numerous collaborations are formed every year. Recently, Nikon Corporation formalized a funded research partnership with Advanced Powders and Coat
NewsAn Unusual Crystal Has Been Discovered That Strengthens 3D Printed MetalMetal 3D printing continues to advance, particularly in the reinforcement of parts for the aerospace and automotive industries. Recently, researchers highlighted a discovery in 3D-printed aluminum alloys: atomic structures called quasicrystals. These quasicrystals are unusual. Un
Applications#3DExpress: Facial Implants Made Using 3D PrintingIn this issue of #3DExpress, we once again present five exciting news items from the world of 3D printing that have caused a stir this week. First up: the 3D-printed facial implant that the University Hospital Basel has produced and…
ApplicationsGeneral Motors Uses 3D Printing for New Concept Chevrolet CorvetteAdditive manufacturing is widely used in the automotive industry, from the exterior and interior design of a vehicle to improvements in production processes. This is because complex components can often be produced more easily with additive technologies than with conventional&hel
ApplicationsApplication of the Month: Customized 3D-Printed Titanium Shoulder Arthrodesis PlatesIn recent years, the rapid development of additive manufacturing technology in healthcare has led to significant advances in research, drug development and the production of prostheses, implants and medical devices. In the latter case, metal 3D printing in particular has…
GuidesThe Top Laser Engravers Available on the MarketA laser engraver is a machine that reproduces a shape (symbol, photo, logo, etc.) on a variety of materials using a heat source – a laser in this case. In concrete terms, the laser heats up wood, metal, leather or…