Objet Ltd., announced the Objet260 Connex, a compact addition to its family of multi-material 3D printers. The system is based on the company’s inkjet 3D printing technology that jets 2 materials at the same time. You can select from a large range of … [Read more...] about A new compact 3D printer—the Objet260 Connex
Additive Manufacturing
3D Systems introduces ProJet 6000 3D Printer to Japan
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
Stratasys reports record year for system shipments
It looks like the Additive Manufacturing market is growing. Stratasys (NASDAQ: SSYS) marked its ninth consecutive year as unit market leader in the additive manufacturing / 3D printing industry, according to Wohlers Report 2011. Published by … [Read more...] about Stratasys reports record year for system shipments
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
Why do we need a new “STL”?
Last year, the ASTM organization and AM vendors determined that a new file format with more features was needed. I interviewed the Chair of the ASTM F42 committee. Here is what Prof Hod Lipson of Cornell University … [Read more...] about Why do we need a new “STL”?
A better file format for 3D printing–AMF–now available
The STL file format has been useful to translate CAD files into printable objects, but it limits design creativity. A new file format--AMF--has just been approved by ASTM F42. It offers more features than STL to meet the advanced capabilities of … [Read more...] about A better file format for 3D printing–AMF–now available
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
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
How do we grow the AM market?
Based on discussions I had with various vendors at the 2011 RAPID show, I would not be surprised to see the Additive Manufacturing (AM) industry head down two paths. One path focuses on the needs of the engineer, such as getting product to market … [Read more...] about How do we grow the AM market?