The TransRoPorter, built at the Institute for Robotics and Mechatronics (Institut für Robotik und Mechatronik), is an exploration robot designed for unmanned flights to Mars and set for launch in four to five years. To successfully explore Mars with … [Read more...] about German Aerospace Centre uses 3D printing in its exploration of Mars
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Additive manufacturing helps drop part count from 100 parts to just 1
Antennas are critical for conveying information—voice, video and/or data—across long distances. They are widely used in commercial and military aircraft, spacecraft, satellite communications, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and by ground terminals … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing helps drop part count from 100 parts to just 1
Aluminum 3D-printed steering shaft bearing for student race car reduces weight by 50%
The new TU Darmstadt racecar for the current Formula Student competition contains five ultralight 3D-printed components from Heraeus. A steering shaft bearing made out of a special aluminum alloy (AlSi10Mg) is nearly 50% lighter than the … [Read more...] about Aluminum 3D-printed steering shaft bearing for student race car reduces weight by 50%
How medical device manufacturer passes clinical trials faster with 3D printing
Located in Padova, Italy, NIDEK Technologies is one of the world’s largest producers of surgical eye and vision diagnostic systems. With products having direct contact with patients, it is crucial that the division produces fully functional … [Read more...] about How medical device manufacturer passes clinical trials faster with 3D printing
Stratasys introduces new additive manufacturing cell for continuous production
Vendors continue to develop interesting and novel ways to improve 3D printing / additive manufacturing speed, production, and throughput. At the 2017 RAPID + TCT conference, Stratasys Ltd announced its Continuous Build 3D Demonstrator, which is a … [Read more...] about Stratasys introduces new additive manufacturing cell for continuous production
Oracle uses 3D printer to produce 10,000 parts fast
For Oracle Labs, Carbon’s CLIP (Continuous Liquid Interface Production) technology provided the perfect answer to a design challenge. Oracle researchers used CLIP to print an extremely precise bracket hardly an inch in size, enabling a 3D-printed … [Read more...] about Oracle uses 3D printer to produce 10,000 parts fast
Why surgeons are turning to additive manufacturing for metal implants
Surgeons today essentially decide between three types of craniomaxillofacial implants: plastic implants, for example, made of polyether ether ketone (PEEK), deep-drawn metal sheets, titanium mesh, titanium solid and now, additively manufactured … [Read more...] about Why surgeons are turning to additive manufacturing for metal implants
3D printing helps first hydrogen electric race car go faster
Forze Hydrogen Electric Racing is one of the world’s leading university based projects at the forefront of hydrogen-electric racing car technology. The team is continually enhancing their car’s performance to win the Supercar Challenge and they … [Read more...] about 3D printing helps first hydrogen electric race car go faster
adidas uses additive manufacturing to deliver custom athletic shoes
I want an additively built shoe. And with the recent developments in additive manufacturing, the day is upon us. Several companies have been exploring the use of additive technology in both the design and production of custom athletic shoes. adidas … [Read more...] about adidas uses additive manufacturing to deliver custom athletic shoes
How to make the case for additive manufacturing
When will additive manufacturing be viewed as a viable technology for mass custom manufacturing? When we educate the manufacturing and production manager about the total costs of operations, notes Vyomesh Joshi (VJ), President and CEO, 3D … [Read more...] about How to make the case for additive manufacturing
