MakerBot Thingiverse, one of the largest 3D design communities, announced that it has reached a landmark one million uploads and 200 million downloads on its platform. What began in 2008 as a website exclusively for the burgeoning maker community has … [Read more...] about MakerBot Thingiverse reaches landmark 1 million uploads
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3D printing improves Diver safety
Worldwide, there are hundreds of diver fatalities per year due to forgetting to check an air supply. In the vast majority of those fatalities, the “dive buddy” never knew that his partner was already dead. An innovative design for an extra air supply … [Read more...] about 3D printing improves Diver safety
Speak at RAPID 2016
You are invited to share your innovative research, case study, or application at RAPID 2016, North America’s largest and most respected additive manufacturing conference. SME’s RAPID event plays a vital role defining additive manufacturing. It is … [Read more...] about Speak at RAPID 2016
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
Accolades for Concept Laser CEO
In the 3D printing industry, one or more individuals in additive manufacturing firms contributes significantly to the industry that others offer recognition. As this industry continues to gain acceptance, it's important to acknowledge the … [Read more...] about Accolades for Concept Laser CEO
When will 3D printing meet expectations?
When will 3D printing really take off and be an integral part of manufacturing? Impatient pundits demand instant results. Even stock investors are deliberately short selling 3D printing stock for not “performing” fast enough. But the problem is … [Read more...] about When will 3D printing meet expectations?
A new source for flexible 3D printing materials
Last year, Fenner Drives introduced a novel 3D printing material that has considerable elasticity. It is useful for printing seals, gaskets, custom plugs and flexible hinges. Apparently Fenner is having enough success that it has launched the … [Read more...] about A new source for flexible 3D printing materials
Scan-to-CAD-to-3D Print
Collaboration seems to be the trend lately in the additive manufacturing industry. Many companies are developing relationships that ultimately streamline the 3D printing process for users. The latest two companies to work together are Creaform, a … [Read more...] about Scan-to-CAD-to-3D Print
Push the boundaries of color 3D printing
Adobe unveiled 3D printing capabilities in its Photoshop CC in January 2014. Through a simplified 3D print process, Photoshop CC let users produce print-ready 3D models using familiar Photoshop tools. Now Adobe has taken the next step with the … [Read more...] about Push the boundaries of color 3D printing
Combination 3D printer and workbench for engineers
Add a 3D printer to an engineer’s workbench, and what do you have? You have the latest product introduction from 3D Platform (3DP). “The Workbench Series is more than just another 3D printer, it has been designed through a professional … [Read more...] about Combination 3D printer and workbench for engineers