Princeton’s WordNet defines "emboss" as "raise in relief," and that’s exactly what a boss is: a feature raised above a surface. In plastic parts, bosses are typically used to assist in assembly, as a receptacle for a screw or threaded insert or as … [Read more...] about Building Better Bosses
Equipment
FDM makes custom parts for UAVs
The use of direct digital manufacturing of parts in-house helped an embedded electromechanical products company meet critical deadlines for custom products. In the growing unmanned vehicle market there is increasing demand for technologies that … [Read more...] about FDM makes custom parts for UAVs
Firstcut CNC Machining Service Introduces New Materials
Proto Labs, Inc. announces the availability of several steel and stainless steel material options through its Firstcut CNC machining service. Customers can now upload their 3D CAD model at Firstcut.com, and select from several new metal materials … [Read more...] about Firstcut CNC Machining Service Introduces New Materials
Hexagon Metrology Releases the Leica Absolute Tracker AT402
Hexagon Metrology announced the release of the Leica Absolute Tracker AT402, the next-generation laser tracker based on the Leica AT401 product line. The ultra-portable 3D Absolute Tracker can be utilized for fully guided 3D measurement processes, as … [Read more...] about Hexagon Metrology Releases the Leica Absolute Tracker AT402
The Future of 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing
By Leslie Langnau, Managing Editor Industry experts speak out about what 3D printing needs to continue to grow. This time around, (as opposed to more than 25 years ago) the 3D printing/additive manufacturing (3DP/AM) industry seems to be on … [Read more...] about The Future of 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing
Realities of a 3D printed gun
It seems like the news has become dominated lately by reports of tragic school shootings and other acts of senseless gun violence. As a result, lawmakers are trying to pass tougher gun regulations to try and prevent further tragedies from occurring. … [Read more...] about Realities of a 3D printed gun
ExOne puts the “production” in additive manufacturing
“It is already clear that the factories of the future will have 3D printers working alongside milling machines, presses, foundries and plastic injection molding equipment in the business of making things.” The Economist, February 2011. ExOne has … [Read more...] about ExOne puts the “production” in additive manufacturing
Todd Grimm featured speaker at TCT Show + Personalize 2013
As the 3D printing industry continues to grow under the media spotlight, suddenly, everyone has an opinion. But when the occasion calls for an expert on additive manufacturing and its industrial applications - not just a talking head - there is one … [Read more...] about Todd Grimm featured speaker at TCT Show + Personalize 2013
3D Systems displays Microsoft 3D printing driver
3D Systems announced that Microsoft Windows 8.1 includes plug-and-play capabilities that were jointly developed for its Cube 3D printer. 3D Systems showcased its consumer 3D printing capabilities at Microsoft’s Build Conference at the Moscone Center … [Read more...] about 3D Systems displays Microsoft 3D printing driver
Bringing industrial 3D printing technology to the masses
One of the design issues for many engineers in the additive manufacturing/3D printing space is that you really need more than one technology to prototype or print your designs, and most of these machines require a large initial capital outlay. … [Read more...] about Bringing industrial 3D printing technology to the masses