3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) introduced a faster, professional grade 3D Printer, the ProJet™ 6000 series, at the Design Engineering & Manufacturing Solutions Expo, DMS 2011 held June 22–24th, in the Tokyo International Exhibition Center, Tokyo, … [Read more...] about 3D Systems introduces ProJet 6000 3D Printer to Japan
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Z Corporation technology streamlines development of Local Motors’ open source custom cars
Local Motors, the audacious company bringing mass-customization to the auto industry, is using Z Corporation technology to streamline development of its open source custom cars. The Phoenix-based company, spotlighted last week by the president, … [Read more...] about Z Corporation technology streamlines development of Local Motors’ open source custom cars
How to bring Senior Citizens into the digital age
A recent student project concerned how to create a computer system that is ‘user friendly’ for senior citizens. Here’s one student’s interesting approach using rapid prototyping to get the idea across. Many senior citizens struggle with this … [Read more...] about How to bring Senior Citizens into the digital age
How to make injection molded parts look good
First, the bad news: injection molded parts are subject to a host of cosmetic flaws including sink, gate vestiges, ejector pin blemishes, drag marks, texture flaws, knit lines, burns, flash, and inconsistent coloring. The good news is that adherence … [Read more...] about How to make injection molded parts look good
Tips on selecting material for machining
In a previous Protomold Design Tip, we discussed rapid injection molding as an inexpensive way of trying out different materials before committing to a resin for full-scale production. In that tip we suggested using material spec sheets to narrow the … [Read more...] about Tips on selecting material for machining
Geomagic and Nikon Metrology partner for 3D reverse engineering and inspection
Geomagic® and Nikon Metrology announced a cooperative agreement that enables Nikon Metrology to integrate and offer its entire range of handheld 3D laser scanners with Geomagic Studio®, Geomagic Qualify™, and Geomagic Wrap®. This partnership lets … [Read more...] about Geomagic and Nikon Metrology partner for 3D reverse engineering and inspection
New Bits from Bytes printer lets you experience “personal manufacturing”
3D Systems (NYSE: DDD) launched a new desktop 3D Printer, the BfB™ 3000 plus at RAPID 2011. This affordable printer ($3900) is available for immediate delivery. According to 3D Systems, this printer opens up a new world of creativity. Quick and … [Read more...] about New Bits from Bytes printer lets you experience “personal manufacturing”
Fast prototyping ensures bikers get instant access to performance data
Pedal Brain produces an iPhone accessory that logs a range of data for competitive cyclists and uploads it onto the web where it can be viewed by coaches and teammates. Pedal Brain goes far beyond simpler applications that rely only on the phone’s … [Read more...] about Fast prototyping ensures bikers get instant access to performance data
Accura® CastPro™ print material expands investment casting opportunities
3D Systems Corp. (NYSE: DDD) announced the availability of Accura® CastPro™, a new print material engineered to meet the manufacturing requirements of QuickCast™ patterns used for the production of investment castings. Accura® CastPro™ printed … [Read more...] about Accura® CastPro™ print material expands investment casting opportunities
Multi-material aids in the correction of club foot
Objet Geometries Ltd., will be showcasing its multi-material 3D printers at the RAPID additive manufacturing event in Minneapolis at booth 104. The Connex multimaterial 3D printers can rapidly build prototypes from a range of 65 materials and can … [Read more...] about Multi-material aids in the correction of club foot
