Deep inside the GM Design building, an elite team fashions components, intricate sub assembles and entire scale model cars from three-dimensional rapid prototyping manufacturing equipment. The Rapid Prototype Laboratory features two fabrication … [Read more...] about How GM uses rapid prototyping technology
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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
Architecting a hybrid building
There was a time when architectural models were made out of balsa wood or cardboard, and took weeks to cut and shape and glue together. Those days have been replaced by overnight deliveries of drawing-perfect models. The Southern California … [Read more...] about Architecting a hybrid building
Wohlers reports 3D printing industry growth of 24.1%
Wohlers Associates, Inc. has published Wohlers Report 2011, an annual global study on the additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing state of the industry. The new report documents the latest developments in additive manufacturing technologies, … [Read more...] about Wohlers reports 3D printing industry growth of 24.1%
How to justify the cost of a rapid prototyping system
By Chris Hoins, Controller, Stratasys, Inc. To designers, engineers and product managers, the value of additive manufacturing machines for rapid prototyping is unquestionable. Yet, in spite of the obvious value, it may not be clear how to convince … [Read more...] about How to justify the cost of a rapid prototyping system
Check out the EOS M 280 laser sintering system at RAPID 2011
EOS will show the EOSINT M 280 direct metal laser-sintering (DMLS) system for the first time in North American at the RAPID 2011 show (May 24-26, Minneapolis, Minnesota). Innovative process and control features of the M 280 complete the evolution of … [Read more...] about Check out the EOS M 280 laser sintering system at RAPID 2011
CLS reduces part weight in laser sintering projects
While much media attention has been on 3D printing technology, the other additive manufacturing technologies have been busy. Paramount Industries, Inc., a rapid deployment, product development, and manufacturing services company, for example, has … [Read more...] about CLS reduces part weight in laser sintering projects
3DSUG announces 2011-2012 AMUG Board Members
Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG), an organization for owners and operators of additive manufacturing equipment, announced the names of the 2011-2012 AMUG board members. Board members were selected at the annual business meeting held in … [Read more...] about 3DSUG announces 2011-2012 AMUG Board Members
Quickparts® launches new E-Commerce portal
Quickparts®, a 3D Systems company (NASDAQ: TDSC), released a new online customer portal that has more user functions, including instant access to quote and project history. QuickQuote® 2.0 gives you complete access to your account activity. Your … [Read more...] about Quickparts® launches new E-Commerce portal
EOS makes a move for more US business
With the strategic partership between Integra and ALM, EOS can deliver complete custom digital manufacturing solutions, including integrated platforms, materials, and services. Advanced Laser Materials (ALM) announced it has entered into a … [Read more...] about EOS makes a move for more US business
