I would not have thought that paper would make a good material for rapid prototyping. But it turns out that paper parts are suitable for a variety of applications including industrial, vacuum forming, casting, prototyping for industrial design, … [Read more...] about 3D printer uses paper to make prototypes
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Why is 3D printing for the home so hot?
Here's an interesting video showing why so many people are so interested in 3D printing for home use. Rapid prototying of the Future … [Read more...] about Why is 3D printing for the home so hot?
3D Systems acquires The3dStudio.com
All of this acquisition is part of the plan for 3D Systems Corporation (NASDAQ: TDSC), a four-pronged approach to serve the 3D printing market. One part of this approach involves "Demoticrization," which for 3D Systems means opening up the potential … [Read more...] about 3D Systems acquires The3dStudio.com
Rapid prototyping speeds optical research
Eye-Com Corporation develops eye-tracking technology that improves and save lives, supports research, and changes human-technology interaction. Over the past decade, through diligent research and product development by management and diverse … [Read more...] about Rapid prototyping speeds optical research
The killer app for 3D printing: people who just want to make things
Everyone is wondering what will be the great application that will propel rapid prototyping/ 3D printing into a huge industry. The answer is people who just want to make things. While the 3D/DC conference in Washington recently was focused on … [Read more...] about The killer app for 3D printing: people who just want to make things
Stratasys acquires 3D printer maker, Solidscape
Additive manufacturing system maker Stratasys, (NASDAQ: SSYS), has acquired Solidscape, Inc. for $38 million plus certain purchase price adjustments. New Hampshire-based Solidscape is a manufacturer of 3D printers serving investment casting … [Read more...] about Stratasys acquires 3D printer maker, Solidscape
Key question of the day: Why did 3D Systems buy Deelip Menezes’ products?
As many of you know, 3D Systems has bought Sycode and now Print3D, both from Deelip Menezes. According to some reports, the company has also hired him to start up a 3D Systems office in India. Sycode is primarily for CAD programs; the software … [Read more...] about Key question of the day: Why did 3D Systems buy Deelip Menezes’ products?
Another acquisition for 3D Systems, Print3D Corp.
3D Systems Corporation (NASDAQ: TDSC) continues its acquisitions, this time with Print3D Corporation (“Print3D”), a startup company that develops custom parts services for CAD users through desktop tools that integrate directly into their design … [Read more...] about Another acquisition for 3D Systems, Print3D Corp.
Will 3D printing really disrupt manufacturing?
It’s a question that needs an answer, and it looks as though the copyright and intellectual property rights issues this question poses are getting some high profile attention. Good. 3D Systems Corporation (NASDAQ: TDSC) plans to sponsor and … [Read more...] about Will 3D printing really disrupt manufacturing?
Automotive 3.0—the next revolution in prototyping and design?
The automotive industry used to be a source for design innovation. It could be again, and very soon. One company, Local Motors (LM) is working on creating the next generation of auto manufacturing. It has developed an interesting business model … [Read more...] about Automotive 3.0—the next revolution in prototyping and design?