Citizen Watch introduced its first wristwatch in 1931. Since then, it has grown into the global brand it is today: an innovative firm with a solid reputation earned through products like the ‘Eco Drive’, which works by converting light into … [Read more...] about Citizen Watch cuts time and development cost with 3D printing
How to build a unique bike hub/drive assembly through laser sintering
Software developer Russell Kappius had an idea for a new bike hub/design, but he needed metal laser-sintering manufacturing technology to handle the design complexity. About four years ago, Russell Kappius, a mountain-bike enthusiast and … [Read more...] about How to build a unique bike hub/drive assembly through laser sintering
UPS: the latest retailer to experiment with 3D printing
Will small businesses find enough uses for 3D printers to add profit to the UPS Store business model? The company is about to find out. While many have blogged about how great 3D printing will be for users ranging from home hobbyists to professional … [Read more...] about UPS: the latest retailer to experiment with 3D printing
Additive manufacturing helps NASA develop the Do Everything Space Suit
Terry Persun, Technology Journalist The US Space Agency has been working on their new Z1 space suit, and recently introduced some of the early prototypes now under test. Although several NASA groups joined to produce the suit, NASA Glenn’s … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing helps NASA develop the Do Everything Space Suit
BLOODHOUND supersonic car turns to Renishaw 3D printing expertise
Renishaw is contributing its knowledge in additive manufacturing / 3D printing to create key prototype parts for the BLOODHOUND supersonic car, which will attempt to break the 1,000 mph speed barrier during Summer 2015. One of the most … [Read more...] about BLOODHOUND supersonic car turns to Renishaw 3D printing expertise
Proto Labs Cool Idea! Winner: Built-in charger for on the go phone charging
A dying phone battery and no access to a charger is no problem for carriers of the Everpurse, the latest recipient of the Proto Labs Cool Idea! Award. From the outside, Everpurse looks like a stylish purse. However, built into its inner wall is a … [Read more...] about Proto Labs Cool Idea! Winner: Built-in charger for on the go phone charging
Is 3D printing dangerous to your health?
This press release came across my desk today. Now that 3D printing is such a hot topic, I suppose it is inevitable that someone would claim that improper use of 3D printing materials is dangerous to one's health. From a cynical point of view, that … [Read more...] about Is 3D printing dangerous to your health?
Opening up the 3D printing materials market
One of the main issues many engineers have with 3D printing / additive manufacturing is how manufacturers of these machines handle materials. Often, the manufacturer is the only source for materials for its printers, using various methods to ensure … [Read more...] about Opening up the 3D printing materials market
3D printing and thinking differently
You’ve heard it before—to take the best advantage of 3D printers, engineers need to think differently; to think in ways not associated with CNC machining or injection molding, to design knowing that with 3D printers, you have more freedom with form, … [Read more...] about 3D printing and thinking differently
Eye Hospital takes flight with air duct made from ULTEM on a 3D printer
Aerospace company teams with additive manufacturing to further construction on airplane turned hospital seeking to heal blindness around the world. Orbis is an airborne ophthalmic training facility called a Flying Eye Hospital. By making it … [Read more...] about Eye Hospital takes flight with air duct made from ULTEM on a 3D printer