By Leslie Langnau, Managing Editor Industry experts speak out about what 3D printing needs to continue to grow. This time around, (as opposed to more than 25 years ago) the 3D printing/additive manufacturing (3DP/AM) industry seems to be on … [Read more...] about The Future of 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing
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Realities of a 3D printed gun
It seems like the news has become dominated lately by reports of tragic school shootings and other acts of senseless gun violence. As a result, lawmakers are trying to pass tougher gun regulations to try and prevent further tragedies from occurring. … [Read more...] about Realities of a 3D printed gun
ExOne puts the “production” in additive manufacturing
“It is already clear that the factories of the future will have 3D printers working alongside milling machines, presses, foundries and plastic injection molding equipment in the business of making things.” The Economist, February 2011. ExOne has … [Read more...] about ExOne puts the “production” in additive manufacturing
Todd Grimm featured speaker at TCT Show + Personalize 2013
As the 3D printing industry continues to grow under the media spotlight, suddenly, everyone has an opinion. But when the occasion calls for an expert on additive manufacturing and its industrial applications - not just a talking head - there is one … [Read more...] about Todd Grimm featured speaker at TCT Show + Personalize 2013
3D Systems displays Microsoft 3D printing driver
3D Systems announced that Microsoft Windows 8.1 includes plug-and-play capabilities that were jointly developed for its Cube 3D printer. 3D Systems showcased its consumer 3D printing capabilities at Microsoft’s Build Conference at the Moscone Center … [Read more...] about 3D Systems displays Microsoft 3D printing driver
Bringing industrial 3D printing technology to the masses
One of the design issues for many engineers in the additive manufacturing/3D printing space is that you really need more than one technology to prototype or print your designs, and most of these machines require a large initial capital outlay. … [Read more...] about Bringing industrial 3D printing technology to the masses
Mcor Technologies on the path to growth
It looks like the use of paper material to create 3D printed objects is a popular choice. Mcor Technologies Ltd, manufacturer of the only line of desktop paper 3D printers released its growth figures recently. Over the past ten months, it has … [Read more...] about Mcor Technologies on the path to growth
LUXeXceL and University of Eastern Finland partner to develop photonics 3D printing
The Institute of Photonics at the University of Eastern Finland is launching a cooperative effort with Dutch company LUXeXceL to offer rapid prototyping of optical components for prototypes, short-run and volume batches. Last year Jyrki Saarinen, … [Read more...] about LUXeXceL and University of Eastern Finland partner to develop photonics 3D printing
Another way to 3D print in color
In one color 3D printing process, color is applied by jetting ink onto a layer of powder in a build bed. At the recent RAPID show in Pittsburgh, Mcor Technologies Ltd. demonstrated its color 3D printing systems. Part of the process it uses to … [Read more...] about Another way to 3D print in color
TCT Show + Personalize 2013 to host dedicated RepRap 3D Printing Hub
TCT Show + Personalize is the UK's leading additive manufacturing, 3D printing and product development technology show, and in 2013 the event is boasting a first, as it is welcoming the RepRap community to set up camp in a dedicated space on the show … [Read more...] about TCT Show + Personalize 2013 to host dedicated RepRap 3D Printing Hub