3D Systems announced the release of its Geomagic Freeform 2016 software products, including Geomagic Freeform, Geomagic Freeform Plus and Geomagic Sculpt. These updated software products offer professionals an organic engineering solution for … [Read more...] about CAD tools that support 3D printing
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Additive manufacturing accelerated with introduction of PolyNURBS
solidThinking Inspire 2016 introduces PolyNURBS functions, which allow users to quickly and easily flow optimized designs into manufacturable products by wrapping topology results with NURBS geometry. The PolyNURBS toolset helps users create … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing accelerated with introduction of PolyNURBS
3d Printed Skateboard Design Challenge
The skateboard has provided hours of fun for many. The design is fairly efficient for its purpose, sleek and slightly curvy for comfortable foot placement and gliding properties. But the skateboard has not undergone significant redesign since its … [Read more...] about 3d Printed Skateboard Design Challenge
Vectorworks announces 3D printing plugin by 3YOURMIND
After concluding a second financing round in which Dr. Hans J. Langer, founder and CEO of EOS GmbH positioned himself as the new lead investor of the company in December 2015, Berlin-based 3YOURMIND GmbH continues to develop new 3D printing plugins … [Read more...] about Vectorworks announces 3D printing plugin by 3YOURMIND
Software analyzes 3D printing data for better digital manufacturing
FATHOM, an industry-leading advanced manufacturer with an expertise in 3D printing, announced its acquisition of a proprietary data analytics application software that retrieves, analyzes, and reports real-time additive manufacturing metrics. “For … [Read more...] about Software analyzes 3D printing data for better digital manufacturing
FATHOM acquires data analytics software for digital manufacturing
FATHOM, a manufacturer with expertise in 3D printing, announced its acquisition of a proprietary data analytics application software that retrieves, analyzes, and reports real-time additive manufacturing metrics. “For the industry to take a step … [Read more...] about FATHOM acquires data analytics software for digital manufacturing
Software helps ensure consistent quality with additive metal parts
Optomec, a leading global supplier of production grade additive manufacturing systems for 3D printed metals and printed electronics, announced the availability of Smart Additive Manufacturing (SmartAM) technology for use in Hybrid CNC Machine Tools. … [Read more...] about Software helps ensure consistent quality with additive metal parts
FATHOM launches rapid 3D Print quoting plugin for Fusion 360
The FATHOM team announced the launch of a new partnership with Autodesk. Its SmartQuote platform now fully integrates with Autodesk Fusion 360, synthesizing the design, prototyping, and production stages of product development. Within Fusion 360, … [Read more...] about FATHOM launches rapid 3D Print quoting plugin for Fusion 360
MakerBot improves print speed on its 3D printers
MakerBot claims its Desktop 3.8 prints designs 30% faster and with stronger structural support. 3D printing speed is affected by several factors, including how you arrange a build on the build tray, how you slice the STL code, and what fill … [Read more...] about MakerBot improves print speed on its 3D printers
Bundled 3D scanning and 3D printing
Artec 3D, a leading developer and manufacturer of professional 3D software and hardware, announced a new product bundle that will equip customers with a full suite of the latest in reverse engineering hardware and leading design/inspection software … [Read more...] about Bundled 3D scanning and 3D printing