igus recently stopped by Cleveland's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to exhibit its plethora of products and services to local customers (and curious passersby). Make Parts Fast and the Design World editorial team had the pleasure of interviewing igus … [Read more...] about igus roadshow rocks out in Cleveland
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Carbon-filled composites optimize Formula SAE racing performance
The versatility and mechanical properties of the functional components made in Windform materials are well recognized by specialists and insiders. One of the latest examples comes from the world of Formula SAE. “Like every year, the industry … [Read more...] about Carbon-filled composites optimize Formula SAE racing performance
Indiana Tech uses EOS industrial 3D printers for STEM education
Indiana Tech has acquired its second EOS industrial 3D printer, the FORMIGA P 110 Velocis, as part of its engineering center expansion and renovation for the Talwar College of Engineering and Computer Sciences program. The new polymer selective laser … [Read more...] about Indiana Tech uses EOS industrial 3D printers for STEM education
3D Systems introduces technology enhancements at Rapid+TCT 2023
3D Systems will showcase its additive manufacturing (AM) solutions at Rapid+TCT 2023 that are catalyzing innovation across industries including motorsports, semiconductor equipment, aerospace, and medical device manufacturing. The company’s solutions … [Read more...] about 3D Systems introduces technology enhancements at Rapid+TCT 2023
Berkeley space team has “Eureka” moment with 3D printing
The Space Enterprise Berkeley (SEB) team successfully launched their first-ever liquid-fueled rocket, Eureka-1, which reached 11,024 ft in December last year. The collegiate team partnered with Protolabs to create parts for Eureka-1’s plenum and … [Read more...] about Berkeley space team has “Eureka” moment with 3D printing
What is Laser Sintering?
Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) is a type of additive manufacturing process that uses a laser as a thermal source for fusing ceramic, glass, plastic, metal powder and others into a 3-dimensional object. Many consider SLS to have the most diverse list … [Read more...] about What is Laser Sintering?
Solid Concepts manufactures first 3D printed metal gun
Solid Concepts, one of the world leaders in 3D printing services, has manufactured the world’s first 3D printed metal gun using a laser sintering process and powdered metals. The gun, a 1911 classic design, has already handled 50 rounds of successful … [Read more...] about Solid Concepts manufactures first 3D printed metal gun
At RAPID, manufacturing may be the long sought “killer app”
What a difference a year makes. Not that long ago, (really, as recently as last year) the RAPID show was typically held in a big-city hotel ballroom. Not this year. This year’s RAPID show is being held at the David L Lawrence Convention Center in … [Read more...] about At RAPID, manufacturing may be the long sought “killer app”
Renishaw acquires pioneer in additive manufacture
The business assets of LBC Laser Bearbeitungs Center GmbH, Kornwestheim, Germany, have been purchased by the German subsidiary of Renishaw. A new business, LBC Engineering, has been created which will be integrated within Renishaw GmbH. Renishaw, … [Read more...] about Renishaw acquires pioneer in additive manufacture
5 of the best videos on 3D printing
In the past few years, a number of videos about 3D printing have emerged. Some just show the machines in action. Others tell a human story in connection with 3D printing. Here is the first of my five selections of some of the better videos that … [Read more...] about 5 of the best videos on 3D printing
