While efforts to overcome COVID-19 show progress, one group that is still unvaccinated today is children. Many families still need masks to protect their kids. Kevin Ngo designed a respirator mask specifically for children. With the help of an Artec … [Read more...] about 3D scanner aids in the development of face masks for kids
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Stratasys introduces new PolyJet 3D printing solutions for innovative design
Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS), a leader in polymer 3D printing solutions, announced two new PolyJet 3D printers, the Stratasys J35 Pro and the Stratasys J55 Prime, along with new software solutions for research and packaging prototyping. The J35 … [Read more...] about Stratasys introduces new PolyJet 3D printing solutions for innovative design
3D Systems introduces four resins for Figure 4
3D Systems announced the addition of four high-performance, production-capable resins to its Figure 4 portfolio designed for both batch-run, end-use part manufacturing, and prototyping applications. The company has added Figure 4 High Temp 150C FR … [Read more...] about 3D Systems introduces four resins for Figure 4
How 3D printing can save trees
Early in the 3D printing industry, there were efforts to take wood byproducts and use that material to make parts. These early efforts were interesting for the novelty. Today, however, there’s a more serious effort to turn wood into a usable 3D … [Read more...] about How 3D printing can save trees
Adidas delivers new running shoe developed with 3D printing technology
Designers of athletic equipment have used 3D printing for a number of years; it’s one of the larger markets of this technology. In particular, these designers use lattices to deliver specific mechanical properties to sports equipment. One of the … [Read more...] about Adidas delivers new running shoe developed with 3D printing technology
Google ATAP uses 3D printing to design brand-new tech experiences for “ambient computing”
At Google’s Advanced Technology and Projects (ATAP) group, problem-solving is key. “Our team is really looking for solutions. We’re always searching and exploring new technologies, but in the end the most important thing is application-driven … [Read more...] about Google ATAP uses 3D printing to design brand-new tech experiences for “ambient computing”
Formlabs adds Castable Wax 40 Resin to its material portfolio
Formlabs, a leading 3D printing company, announced Castable Wax 40 Resin at CES 2021. The resin is the 30th proprietary resin to be added to Formlabs material library, and the 12th in the last year. The introduction of Castable Wax 40 Resin further … [Read more...] about Formlabs adds Castable Wax 40 Resin to its material portfolio
All I want for Christmas … how about a zirconia ceramic car?
Christmas might typically be a time for long-held traditions but in 2020, engineers, designers and elves at CALLUM have looked to the future and created a tree decoration in zirconia ceramic with the latest 3D printing technology from Israeli firm … [Read more...] about All I want for Christmas … how about a zirconia ceramic car?
How to make 3D printed micro parts with zero compromises
When you have a need for micro-sized parts, one 3D printer that can meet this need is the Tera 250 AM system, from Nanofabrica. Like other 3D printers, this additive system is agile and flexible. The need for tooling is usually minimal so designs can … [Read more...] about How to make 3D printed micro parts with zero compromises
3D printing a universal charging cable
The Australian company Volta, together with an Italian collective Metafora Design, has created a cable designed and printed with the Zortrax 3D printer. Volta Spark is a universal charging cable that will come in handy for anyone who owns any … [Read more...] about 3D printing a universal charging cable
