For many people, 3D printing and additive manufacturing are new, novel, fun, and empowering. For many engineers, though, this is the second time 3D printing and additive manufacturing have been presented as transformative technology. The first time, … [Read more...] about Can 3d printing sustain the momentum?
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Additively making a titanium propulsion tank
Lockheed Martin Space Systems will use a turnkey electron beam additive manufacturing (EBAM) system from Sciaky Inc. in the production of titanium propulsion tanks. (Sciaky, Inc., a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) and provider … [Read more...] about Additively making a titanium propulsion tank
What’s next in 3D printing
Avi Reichental, CEO, 3D Systems, recently gave a TED talk on the 3D printing industry. In this talk, he discusses some recent novel projects that benefited from 3D printing technology. Take a listen. … [Read more...] about What’s next in 3D printing
Concept Laser gets ready for Euromold
If you are heading to Euromold later this year, check out Concept Lasers form of additive manufacturing using laser melting with metals (LaserCUSING). The multi-laser technology will make its debut at the trade fair. Through the use of … [Read more...] about Concept Laser gets ready for Euromold
Large 3D printer at TCT Show
If you are attending the TCT Show + Personalize in Birmingham, UK, from Sept 30 through Oct 2, check out one of the larger 3D printers available. From 3DP Unlimited, the 3DP1000 is an industrial strength large format 3D printer. With the 1 … [Read more...] about Large 3D printer at TCT Show
Additive manufacturing and democratizing design
While the term democratization is overused today, it truly applies to this news. Stratasys Ltd., a global leader of 3D printing and additive manufacturing solutions, announced its partnership with FirstBuild, a GE affiliate. The partnership combines … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing and democratizing design
Iterative design and additive manufacturing
The engineering team listens closely to roar of the race car engines, straining to hear any anomalies or unexpected sounds. After the race is over, parts are removed and examined. What worked? What didn't? What can we do to make it … [Read more...] about Iterative design and additive manufacturing
Stratasys to acquire GrabCAD, a 3D CAD collaboration platform
Stratasys announces it is buying GrabCAD. This transaction should increases collaboration and accessibility of 3D CAD files for its customers and help accelerate the adoption of 3D printing Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS), a leading global provider … [Read more...] about Stratasys to acquire GrabCAD, a 3D CAD collaboration platform
3D printer builds micro-electronics for mobile, smart, and IoT apps
Optomec announced its 3D printer family, the Aerosol Jet 5X system for printing 3D electronics. The system delivers the precision and flexibility required to produce high resolution 3D printed electronics such as conformal antennas, sensors, and … [Read more...] about 3D printer builds micro-electronics for mobile, smart, and IoT apps
Can low 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? Thanks in part to 3D … [Read more...] about Can low cost 3D scanners benefit you?