3D Systems announced the introduction of a novel High Speed Fusion (HSF) industrial 3D printer platform and material portfolio. Developed in a collaboration with Jabil Inc., this HSF family of products, including the Roadrunner 3D printer, is … [Read more...] about 3D Systems announces its High Speed Fusion 3D printing system
Aerospace
ExOne developing a portable 3D printing factory in a shipping container for DoD
The ExOne Company, a developer of industrial sand and metal 3D printers using binder jetting technology, has been awarded a U.S. Department of Defense contract to develop a fully operational, self-contained 3D printing “factory” housed in a shipping … [Read more...] about ExOne developing a portable 3D printing factory in a shipping container for DoD
ExOne launches office-safe metal 3D printer that eliminates need for debinding
The ExOne Company, a global leader in industrial sand and metal 3D printers using binder jetting technology, announced the launch of the ExOne Metal Designlab printer and X1F advanced furnace in an exclusive partnership with Rapidia, a Vancouver, … [Read more...] about ExOne launches office-safe metal 3D printer that eliminates need for debinding
3D scanning ensures cameras will mount to helicopters
By Loretta Marie Perera The field of customizing aircraft is growing. Companies like Tech Strake, specialize in aircraft customization in Japan. According to CEO Masakazu Hikichi, aircraft customization enables an ordinary aircraft like a … [Read more...] about 3D scanning ensures cameras will mount to helicopters
Using additive manufacturing to create lower weight and combine functions in microturbine housing
KW Micro Power, a small Florida-based manufacturer, designs and manufactures high power density Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for commercial aviation and military applications. Over the past five years, Enrique Enriquez, president of KW Micro Power, … [Read more...] about Using additive manufacturing to create lower weight and combine functions in microturbine housing
Rapid Application Group announces additive manufacturing contract with Metro Aerospace
Rapid Application Group (RAG) announced a manufacturing agreement with Metro Aerospace for the provision of FAA-certified parts using SLS additive manufacturing. Metro Aerospace, based in Dallas TX, delivers innovative Microvanes that reduce drag and … [Read more...] about Rapid Application Group announces additive manufacturing contract with Metro Aerospace
Additive manufacturing produces complex metal parts for the Boom Supersonic XB-1
The unveiling of Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 supersonic demonstrator aircraft last fall at the company’s Denver hangar has brought the dream of a return to supersonic air travel closer to reality. While XB-1, as well as the company’s future Overture … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing produces complex metal parts for the Boom Supersonic XB-1
EOS helps students at University of Texas to develop an ambitious rocket design
EOS, a leading technology supplier in industrial 3D printing for metals and polymers, announced its ongoing support for the Texas Rocket Engineering Lab (TREL) at The University of Texas (UT). EOS is providing TREL—a collegiate rocket laboratory … [Read more...] about EOS helps students at University of Texas to develop an ambitious rocket design
How to make predictions in additive manufacturing with simulation apps
Engineers at the Industrial Technology Research Institute built a simulation app that can be used to predict the performance of laser powder bed fusion, an additive manufacturing process. The app saves time and money during the additive manufacturing … [Read more...] about How to make predictions in additive manufacturing with simulation apps
3D printing for space—explore boldly
NASA recently announced future rocket engines will include large scale 3D printed parts. A number of other companies are exploring how 3D printing additive manufacturing can be used in future space projects. One company, nTopology, developed software … [Read more...] about 3D printing for space—explore boldly
