Scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have developed a technology where two robots can work in unison to 3D-print. In this case, the robots are 3D printing a concrete structure. This method of concurrent 3D … [Read more...] about What’s next? Swarm 3D printing, i.e., synchronized 3D printing
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Stopping 3D printed part defects before they start
Argonne National Laboratory is reporting a solution to the problem of ensuring the reproducibility of 3D printed parts, of detecting and stopping defects during the build. Researchers have added an infrared camera to the high-energy X-ray source … [Read more...] about Stopping 3D printed part defects before they start
The marriage of 3D printer and material—Carbon-fiber-filled Nylon 12 and the Fortus 380mc
Composite material, including 3D printer material, has seen a year-over-year market growth between 8 to 12%. In addition, carbon fiber composite applications and carbon fiber reinforced polymers are considered clean energy technologies by the U.S. … [Read more...] about The marriage of 3D printer and material—Carbon-fiber-filled Nylon 12 and the Fortus 380mc
3D printed tooling keeps a Ducati running
Paul Nishihira, GoEngineer Application Engineer Since purchasing my Ducati in 1996, I’ve had a love-hate relationship with it. When the weather is right, the motorcycle is freshly detailed, and the engine mechanics are in complete adjustment, … [Read more...] about 3D printed tooling keeps a Ducati running
How to 3D print a life-size Mammoth in stereolithography
Usually, you don’t consider using stereolithography for large objects, as most stereolithography 3D printers have a maximum build size of less than 18 in. cubed. So to used a stereolithography 3D printer to recreate a mammoth is quite a … [Read more...] about How to 3D print a life-size Mammoth in stereolithography
In auto racing, 3D printing wins the race for part production
Wind tunnel testing is essential for the aerodynamic development of a Formula 1 racecar. Engineers at the Sauber Motorsport AG, the company operating the Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team, will use a 60% scale model of the car to test in Sauber’s own state … [Read more...] about In auto racing, 3D printing wins the race for part production
How to pick the right plastic for Additive Manufacturing
Which material not only suits your design, but also the additive manufacturing process? Here’s a look at the attributes and requirements of popular additive manufacturing processes and guidance on selecting the right resins and compounds for each of … [Read more...] about How to pick the right plastic for Additive Manufacturing
3D printing a combustion engine—get to market faster
Designing a combustion engine can take a lot of time, like three to five years. What if you could cut that time in half? For Lumenium LLC, a Virginia-based startup developing an innovative family of internal combustion engines, 3D printing with a … [Read more...] about 3D printing a combustion engine—get to market faster
Replica Black Panther mask shows how 3D printing will alter packaging design
As the “Black Panther” premiere drew near, PepsiCo put the finishing touches on a special promotional kit and sent it out to hundreds of online influencers and others involved with the creation of the movie. Developed by PepsiCo and Marvel Studios, … [Read more...] about Replica Black Panther mask shows how 3D printing will alter packaging design
3D printing makes quick work of mold making
Small to mid-sized businesses like Built-Rite Tool & Die, a mold-making and design firm, face increasing pressure from international and domestic competitors in the area of quick-turn mold services. Overseas manufacturers offer lower prices and … [Read more...] about 3D printing makes quick work of mold making
