When a Germany-based manufacturer of camera motion systems discovered the need to replace a special bearing, the company turned to igus’ which now offers 3D printing services. In this case, the service was for swift turnaround of the replacement … [Read more...] about 3D printing of replacement bearing proves fast and easy
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Pushing 3D printable materials to limits exposes unexpected properties
A project at the Centre for Fine Print Research (CFPR) based at the University of the West of England, (UWE) Bristol UK is looking at 3D printing from a totally different angle - where the emphasis is placed on meaningful expression, rather than the … [Read more...] about Pushing 3D printable materials to limits exposes unexpected properties
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
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
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
Stratasys and Team USA lunge for the Gold in the luge
Team USA Luge has chosen additive manufacturing to help in its quest for gold in Pyeongchang, South Korea this month. The company is working with Stratasys and its FDM 3D printing technology to more rapidly and cost-effectively build and test custom … [Read more...] about Stratasys and Team USA lunge for the Gold in the luge
A 3D printing love story for Valentine’s Day
The design job is not always problem solving for engineers, especially when you have a 3D printer. Sometimes, it’s just fun. According to Tyler Reid, a CAD, CAM, and a 3D printing specialist at GoEngineer and team leader on this project, … [Read more...] about A 3D printing love story for Valentine’s Day
Why 3D printed lattices could replace foam
Polyurethane foam chemistry is used in many applications across industry verticals such as automotive, packaging, construction, electronics, bedding, and furniture. But innovations in foam’s comfort, performance, and safety have been evolutionary at … [Read more...] about Why 3D printed lattices could replace foam
3D printing the largest optical lens in the world
An innovative use of 3D printers is to print optical lenses. Several companies offer materials suitable for automotive lenses, and even one uses 3D printers to make lenses for glasses. But lenses are not a common application for 3D printing … [Read more...] about 3D printing the largest optical lens in the world
Stratasys introduces rubber-like material and engineering-grade material for its J750 3D printer
Stratasys (NASDAQ: SSYS), a global leader in applied additive technology solutions, announced new material compatibility for its flagship J750 full color, multi-material 3D printing system, delivering additional functionality and versatility for … [Read more...] about Stratasys introduces rubber-like material and engineering-grade material for its J750 3D printer