Prodrive has a long history in motorsports, competing and winning its first event, the Qatar International Rally, in 1984. Since then, the company has won many titles across a range of motorsport disciplines. In 2021, the company entered the Dakar … [Read more...] about 3D printing in the Desert
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Desktop Metal launches Studio System 2 for office metal parts 3D printing
Desktop Metal, a leader in mass production and turnkey additive manufacturing solutions, announced the launch of Studio System 2, a simple, office-friendly metal 3D printer that offers customers an easy way to print metal parts in low volumes for … [Read more...] about Desktop Metal launches Studio System 2 for office metal parts 3D printing
Google ATAP uses 3D printing to design brand-new tech experiences for “ambient computing”
At Google’s Advanced Technology and Projects (ATAP) group, problem-solving is key. “Our team is really looking for solutions. We’re always searching and exploring new technologies, but in the end the most important thing is application-driven … [Read more...] about Google ATAP uses 3D printing to design brand-new tech experiences for “ambient computing”
How to make 3D printed micro parts with zero compromises
When you have a need for micro-sized parts, one 3D printer that can meet this need is the Tera 250 AM system, from Nanofabrica. Like other 3D printers, this additive system is agile and flexible. The need for tooling is usually minimal so designs can … [Read more...] about How to make 3D printed micro parts with zero compromises
How to make predictions in additive manufacturing with simulation apps
Engineers at the Industrial Technology Research Institute built a simulation app that can be used to predict the performance of laser powder bed fusion, an additive manufacturing process. The app saves time and money during the additive manufacturing … [Read more...] about How to make predictions in additive manufacturing with simulation apps
Use of full color, multi-material 3D printers improves Volkswagen part designs
Volkswagen has invested in the full color, multi-material 3D printing technology from Stratasys to enhance its prototyping capabilities and open up new opportunities within automotive design. Following the installation of two PolyJet Technology-based … [Read more...] about Use of full color, multi-material 3D printers improves Volkswagen part designs
Look at what micro 3D printing can make
Micro 3D printing technology innovator Nanofabrica released information recently about produced parts that illustrate the precision and tolerances achievable through the use of its Tera 250 AM system. Existing at the interface of 3D printing for … [Read more...] about Look at what micro 3D printing can make
How to make a car walk
What are the design challenges of developing a car that can walk? Hyundai Motor engineers recently set about exploring that idea and developed a prototype vehicle called the Elevate. The goal was for the car to have several types of … [Read more...] about How to make a car walk
3D-printing anatomical models that replicate biomechanics of human anatomy bring medical innovations to market faster
Last year, Stratasys Ltd. launched its J750 Digital Anatomy 3D printer, which produces anatomical models that mimic the actual feel, responsiveness, and biomechanics of human anatomy. Models can be punctured, sutured, cut, and physically manipulated … [Read more...] about 3D-printing anatomical models that replicate biomechanics of human anatomy bring medical innovations to market faster
Generative design and 3D printing help make a walking car
It’s 2020 and we don’t have flying cars. But maybe, we’ll have cars that can walk soon. Through the use of the generative design capabilities in Autodesk’s Fusion 360 software and 3D printing, Hyundai Motor is developing a walking car it calls the … [Read more...] about Generative design and 3D printing help make a walking car