Worldwide, there are hundreds of diver fatalities per year due to forgetting to check an air supply. In the vast majority of those fatalities, the “dive buddy” never knew that his partner was already dead. An innovative design for an extra air supply … [Read more...] about 3D printing improves Diver safety
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Accolades for Concept Laser CEO
In the 3D printing industry, one or more individuals in additive manufacturing firms contributes significantly to the industry that others offer recognition. As this industry continues to gain acceptance, it's important to acknowledge the … [Read more...] about Accolades for Concept Laser CEO
A look at large build metal 3D printing
3dprinting vendors that work with metal materials and offer machines geared for manufacturing use are showing some impressive capabilities. For example, Sciaky, Inc., a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries, Inc. (PSI), offers a number of … [Read more...] about A look at large build metal 3D printing
Researchers use 3D printer to make new materials
Missouri University of Science and Technology researchers are working to develop cyber additive manufacturing technology to create new metal materials that are stronger and lighter than conventional ones, which could make manufacturing more efficient … [Read more...] about Researchers use 3D printer to make new materials
Somos materials for EnvisionTEC 3D printers
3D printing materials can be key to the success, or not, of 3D printers. Thus, relationships are an important part of the continued growth of the 3D printing / additive manufacturing industry. Recently, EnvisionTEC and Royal DSM announced that the … [Read more...] about Somos materials for EnvisionTEC 3D printers
Alcoa expands R&D center, deepens additive manufacturing capabilities
Alcoa is expanding its R&D center in Pennsylvania to accelerate the development of advanced 3D printing materials and processes. Alcoa will produce materials designed specifically for a range of additive technologies to meet increasing demand for … [Read more...] about Alcoa expands R&D center, deepens additive manufacturing capabilities
Additively manufacturing a cranial implant
Cranial Implants must meet many stringent criteria. In the case of an Argentine patient who required a particularly large implant after stroke-related surgery, the project called for a level of design that was as close to perfect as one can imagine: … [Read more...] about Additively manufacturing a cranial implant
Additive manufacturing moves beyond the “cool” phase
The next trend you’ll find with Additive Manufacturing (AM), also known as 3D printing, is the growth of additive services. Part of this growth is driven by customer need, part by the frequent acquisitions made by the larger vendors. Customer need … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing moves beyond the “cool” phase
How additive technology will affect manufacturing
For 16 years, ExOne has focused its efforts on developing additive machines for use in manufacturing. ExOne President Dave Burns explores this shift of 3D printing into additive manufacturing and how it will affect design engineers. Leslie … [Read more...] about How additive technology will affect manufacturing
Strong growth forecast for 3D printing in metals
According to IDTechEx technology analyst Rachel Gordon, 3D printing in metals is one of the fastest growing segments of the 3D printing (3DP) / additive manufacturing (AM) industry. In a recently released report, 3D Printing of Metals 2015-2025, … [Read more...] about Strong growth forecast for 3D printing in metals