The trend to put Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology into schools continues. Stratasys (NASDAQ: SSYS) announced that it has been chosen by the Georgia Institute of Technology to provide its Dimension 3D Printers to select high schools across the … [Read more...] about National program is the first of its kind to put 3D printers in high school students’ hands
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Stratasys releases an Additive Manufacturing material-property study
Independent university study evaluates material properties over time for PC and ABS plastic parts produced via Stratasys FDM process Stratasys Inc., (NASDAQ: SSYS) announces findings from an independent and extensive performance study … [Read more...] about Stratasys releases an Additive Manufacturing material-property study
Renishaw announces two new SLM machines
Renishaw announced its latest machines for the additive manufacturing market. The company develops machines for Selective Laser Melting (SLM)--an additive manufacturing process that produces dense metal parts direct from 3D CAD using a high-powered … [Read more...] about Renishaw announces two new SLM machines
The benefits of in‐house desktop 3D Printing
Do you need an in-house 3D printer? You may think your prototyping volume does not justify one. But there are a number of good reasons to consider buying a desktop 3D printer, besides the fact that prices for many of these units are $20,000 or less. … [Read more...] about The benefits of in‐house desktop 3D Printing
U.S. Air Force chooses Rapidform XOR after extensive study
INUS Technology, Inc. is pleased to announce that a recent U.S. Air Force funded study evaluating CAD and reverse engineering software concluded that Rapidform XOR stands alone in its ability to create parametric solid models from 3D scan data. The … [Read more...] about U.S. Air Force chooses Rapidform XOR after extensive study
Subtractive prototyping with plastic
When you think of plastic materials for rapid prototyping, additive manufacturing processes probably come to mind. But subtractive prototyping can work with plastic materials too. The main benefit is that you are working with an end-use material. … [Read more...] about Subtractive prototyping with plastic
3D printer makes intelligent crash test dummies
The iconic crash-test dummy is anything but dumb. It’s a high-tech testing device with innumerable physical and electronic permutations to satisfy the unique needs of each customer, whether auto maker, airline, space agency or military … [Read more...] about 3D printer makes intelligent crash test dummies
Stratasys reports a record Q2
A positive financial report from Stratasys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SSYS) is further indication that this industry is growing. The company reported record revenue of $37.6 million for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011, compared to $30.1 million reported … [Read more...] about Stratasys reports a record Q2
Laser scanner adapts to changes in color and reflectivity
The CMS108 non-contact laser scanner is adaptable and adept at scanning a range of materials with its enhanced sensitivity to color and surface finishes. Its accuracy makes it attractive for inspection and reverse engineering applications where laser … [Read more...] about Laser scanner adapts to changes in color and reflectivity
The pros and cons of rapid injection molding optical parts
The ability of optical parts made of clear resins like polycarbonate to perform optically as light covers, lenses, and lightpipes depends on a combination of material, shape, and internal clarity. Not all rapid prototyping processes are suitable for … [Read more...] about The pros and cons of rapid injection molding optical parts