Engineering is not always an end in itself. Often, it becomes a necessary companion to other science disciplines, like medicine. Jamie Cone is Engineer II at BD Technologies & Innovation in Research Triangle Park, NC. She graduated from North … [Read more...] about Taking a leap of faith into a bright future
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How does 3D printing differ from CNC machining?
By Mike Dunlap If you are familiar with the advantages of and possibilities that are opened up by CNC machining, you may have so far steered clear of the emerging trend for additive manufacturing. There is doubtlessly room for both technologies to … [Read more...] about How does 3D printing differ from CNC machining?
3D printing versus traditional manufacturing—it’s not always either/or, says a service provider
One thing unites the entire manufacturing world, and that is the drive to produce innovative, attractive, useful products in a timely and cost-effective manner. The fact that 3D printing can assist in these endeavors is a given, but the way that that … [Read more...] about 3D printing versus traditional manufacturing—it’s not always either/or, says a service provider
Generative design and 3D printing help make a walking car
It’s 2020 and we don’t have flying cars. But maybe, we’ll have cars that can walk soon. Through the use of the generative design capabilities in Autodesk’s Fusion 360 software and 3D printing, Hyundai Motor is developing a walking car it calls the … [Read more...] about Generative design and 3D printing help make a walking car
U.S. DLA awards 6K nearly $1 M to convert defense scrap into premium additive manufacturing powder
6K and 6K Additive, leading developers of microwave plasma technology for the production of advanced materials, announced it has been awarded a Phase ll SBIR program from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), following the strong success of its Phase … [Read more...] about U.S. DLA awards 6K nearly $1 M to convert defense scrap into premium additive manufacturing powder
EOS and Texas A&M University partner to offer additive manufacturing professional development program
EOS, a leading technology supplier in the field of industrial 3D printing of metals and polymers, has partnered with Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) to provide a professional development program in the field of industrial 3D … [Read more...] about EOS and Texas A&M University partner to offer additive manufacturing professional development program
MTC invests in XJet Carmel 1400C to bolster UK industry’s ceramic AM capability
XJet Ltd. announced that the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC), will add XJet NanoParticle Jetting technology to its portfolio of additive manufacturing (AM) technologies at its facility in Coventry, UK. Determined that the global coronavirus … [Read more...] about MTC invests in XJet Carmel 1400C to bolster UK industry’s ceramic AM capability
Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association announces new members
The Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association (AMGTA), a global trade group created to promote the environmental benefits of additive manufacturing (AM), announced that twelve leading AM companies from eight countries have joined the organization … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association announces new members
VELO3D announces Sapphire XC, large format 3D metal printer
VELO3D, an innovator in digital manufacturing, announced the expansion of its systems portfolio to include Sapphire XC, an “Extra Capacity” large-format printer that will increase production throughput by 5X and reduce cost-per-part by up to 75%, … [Read more...] about VELO3D announces Sapphire XC, large format 3D metal printer
Easier post-processing of 3D printed components
With its many technical features, the latest generation of the S1 post-processing system, from AM Solutions, makes short work of de-powdering and cleaning 3D printed components. The features include a swivel-mounted rotary basket for ergonomic … [Read more...] about Easier post-processing of 3D printed components
