Last year, Stratasys Ltd. launched its J750 Digital Anatomy 3D printer, which produces anatomical models that mimic the actual feel, responsiveness, and biomechanics of human anatomy. Models can be punctured, sutured, cut, and physically manipulated … [Read more...] about 3D-printing anatomical models that replicate biomechanics of human anatomy bring medical innovations to market faster
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3D printing nasal swabs
At the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, traditional supply chains struggled to keep up with the demand for critical need medical items. One key item in particular was the nasopharyngeal swab used for sample collection during patient testing. Many … [Read more...] about 3D printing nasal swabs
Additional design and material offerings for 3D printing craniomaxillofacial surgical guides
3D Systems – inventor of 3D Printing and creator of Virtual Surgical Planning for craniomaxillofacial (CMF) applications - is announcing that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided 510(k) clearance for maxillofacial surgical guides 3D … [Read more...] about Additional design and material offerings for 3D printing craniomaxillofacial surgical guides
Finishing process removed resin from 3D printed nasal swabs fast
Manhattan-based Additive Manufacturing service, Print Parts Inc., collaborated with PostProcess Technologies to rapidly scale efforts used in the production of 3D printed nasopharyngeal (NP) swabs for New York City’s COVID-19 Test Kits. At the peak … [Read more...] about Finishing process removed resin from 3D printed nasal swabs fast
Formlabs expands large format 3D printing line
Formlabs , a leading 3D printing company, announced the Form 3BL, a dental and medical 3D printer for biocompatible materials. Also, Formlabs will start shipping its flagship large format printer, the Form 3L. Both printers signify the expansion of … [Read more...] about Formlabs expands large format 3D printing line
ACS Custom uses Figure 4 to increase production capacity and efficiency
The manufacturing industry is undergoing a significant transformation; fueled by the power of additive manufacturing solutions. 3D Systems’ customer, ACS Custom, a UK-based digital production house for custom hearing protection, in-ear monitors, and … [Read more...] about ACS Custom uses Figure 4 to increase production capacity and efficiency
From cars to ventilators, GM used 3D printing for both products
As the COVID-19 pandemic rips through much of the world this year, 3D printing has emerged as an agile and effective technology for producing personal protective equipment, medical equipment prototypes and nose swabs. But GM, which has been steadily … [Read more...] about From cars to ventilators, GM used 3D printing for both products
Electron beam melting enables custom orthopedic surgery at scale in China
With the Chinese population aging at a faster pace, each passing year sees an increase in patients with orthopedic conditions. Problems associated with knee joints, hip joints, and the spine have resulted in strong demand for orthopedic products in … [Read more...] about Electron beam melting enables custom orthopedic surgery at scale in China
After donating 75,000 face shields, Jersey City Rapid Maker Response Group announces winners of Hackathon to Evolve PPE Use and Manufacturing
The Jersey City Rapid Maker Response Group (JCRMRG) hosted a nationwide virtual health hackathon from July 10-13, to tackle supply chain, sustainability, and wearability challenges related to personal protective equipment (PPE). The competition … [Read more...] about After donating 75,000 face shields, Jersey City Rapid Maker Response Group announces winners of Hackathon to Evolve PPE Use and Manufacturing
Innovation in a crisis—fixing the ventilator shortage with 3D printing
A dozen Boston area anesthesiology residents launched an eight-week hackathon hosted on GrabCAD.com to design a rapidly deployable, minimum viable mechanical ventilator for patients with COVID-19-related ventilator-dependent lung injury. The … [Read more...] about Innovation in a crisis—fixing the ventilator shortage with 3D printing
