I've seen Jason Lopes, lead systems engineer for Legacy Effects, speak at AMUG for the past couple of years. His presentations are not to be missed. He is inspiring in the number of ways he and his team use many types of 3D printing and additive … [Read more...] about 3D printing and scanning movie expert headlines RAPID keynote lineup
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Hexagon Metrology Releases New Generation of ROMER Absolute Arm
Hexagon Metrology announced the next generation of the ROMER Absolute Arm. The enhanced portable measuring arm features optimal ergonomics, a new wrist design, and greater stability to create a better user experience while further reducing operator … [Read more...] about Hexagon Metrology Releases New Generation of ROMER Absolute Arm
The trend is to go big
Jason Lopes of Legacy Effects gives an inspiring presentation. His team of effects wizards and makeup artists use seven different additive manufacturing machines to help movie and commercial directors bring their entertainment vision to life. I … [Read more...] about The trend is to go big
AMUG 2014: the latest developments in 3D printing
The Additive Manufacturers User Group (AMUG) conference has always been a bit different from other conferences or shows, as it emphasizes hands-on learning. This year’s conference is the largest yet, with 600+ registrants. In addition, 60 exhibitors … [Read more...] about AMUG 2014: the latest developments in 3D printing
Can lower cost 3D scanners benefit you?
The 3D printing industry is helping to grow the market for 3D scanners, especially with the introduction of a number of low cost scanners. Are these scanners an alternative to more professional versions for your application? Leslie Langnau, … [Read more...] about Can lower cost 3D scanners benefit you?
Dell to distribute MakerBot 3D printers for end-to-end 3D prototyping
Dell announced it will offer MakerBot Replicator 3D printers and scanners to create an end-to-end 3D design system for small and medium-sized businesses, enabling fast and affordable prototyping. By adding MakerBot 3D printers and scanners to its … [Read more...] about Dell to distribute MakerBot 3D printers for end-to-end 3D prototyping
A new trend in 3D scanners?
Even though this 3D scanner is targeted at the consumer market, specifically for 3D Systems Cube® and CubeX™ 3D printers, it's a nice design in scanners, and perhaps an indication of where the scanner industry is going. Known as the Sense 3D Scanner, … [Read more...] about A new trend in 3D scanners?
Geomagic Capture–an integrated scan-based design and inspection system
3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced the availability of Geomagic Capture®, a family of powerful, integrated desktop scanner and software tools for professional scan-based design and quality inspection ranging in price from $14,900 to $24,900. The company … [Read more...] about Geomagic Capture–an integrated scan-based design and inspection system
Multi-touch software makes scanning measurement easier
The ROMER measuring arm packages now come equipped with PC-DMIS Touch Portable measurement software. Using high-resolution Multi-Touch display technology on a tablet PC, you can physically interact with the software’s guided measurement sequences and … [Read more...] about Multi-touch software makes scanning measurement easier
Structured Light 3D Scanning
The company It is 3D has added a more powerful specification scanner to its range of 3D products. For use in industry as an alternative to other equipment, it is priced at a level that makes it accessible to the educational market and the hobbyist. … [Read more...] about Structured Light 3D Scanning