If you have not already seen this video of Derby the dog and how 3D printing helped him run, you must see it. Yes it's a heart-warming story, but it's also an excellent example of engineering design and problem solving. Derby was born with a … [Read more...] about 3D printing prosthetics; not just for humans
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New methods for process oriented additive manufacturing
Concept Laser and RSC Engineering GmbH (Cologne, Germany) have announced a strategic partnership for engineering of laser-fused components. The new partnership follows a market trend: In the past, there was a demand for designs that replaced cast or … [Read more...] about New methods for process oriented additive manufacturing
DMLS helps develop “plug-n-play” urban bike
San Francisco is an ideal backdrop for a bike culture to thrive. Its temperatures remain consistently mild year-round, and its landscape seamlessly blends hills, streets and shoreline. Bicyclists commute to work, run errands, transport groceries (and … [Read more...] about DMLS helps develop “plug-n-play” urban bike
New products and developments from Concept Laser
Concept Laser claims to have raised the stakes in terms of innovation at Euromold 2014. The centerpiece was its multilaser technology. Concept Laser is upgrading its models to improve performance. In addition, the new M2 cusing machine, a fully … [Read more...] about New products and developments from Concept Laser
3D printing helps improve runner performance
No two runners are the same. This is especially true for athletes competing at elite levels. Their foot-strike patterns, degrees of pronation (the amount a runner’s foot rolls inward with each step), and braking and propulsion forces are all unique. … [Read more...] about 3D printing helps improve runner performance
3D printing in the auto industry to be worth $1.1 Billion by 2019
According to forecaster SmarTech Markets Publishing, revenues for 3D printing / additive manufacturing in the automotive industry should generate $1.1 billion dollars by 2019. Noted the report, the automotive industry is the leading producer of 3D … [Read more...] about 3D printing in the auto industry to be worth $1.1 Billion by 2019
Stratasys and PTC Creo work together to streamline 3D printing
It’s no secret that there is a gap between design software programs and additive manufacturing systems that challenges design engineers on printing the part they really designed. This issue is also one reason for the somewhat slow adoption of … [Read more...] about Stratasys and PTC Creo work together to streamline 3D printing
Additive manufacturing–your way
It looks like Stratasys is also working on increasing the efficiency of design to 3D print experience. It has developed a customer-focused Additive Manufacturing Ecosystem designed to help you design and manufacture better products, your way. The … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing–your way
EOS introduces new additive machine and materials at Euromold
EOS is showcasing a number of developments at Euromold 2014. ---The EOS M 400, an the additive manufacturing system it launched last year for industrial series production, show cases EOS’ strategy for the metal segment. Customers can use it in … [Read more...] about EOS introduces new additive machine and materials at Euromold
Renishaw introduces an additive manufacturing machine for industrial use
Renishaw unveiled the EVO Project, the additive manufacturing machine it is developing specifically for production manufacturing. The new machine has a strong emphasis on automation, monitoring technologies and reduced operator interaction, and is … [Read more...] about Renishaw introduces an additive manufacturing machine for industrial use